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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI)

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The endowment per student is an overall measurement of the financial strength of an institution. In general, colleges and universities with the largest endowments per student -- money or assets under their control that fund operations -- tend to offer more financial aid to more students.

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Rank	Institution	Endowment per Student	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Principia College	1710738	42.99	1,060 – 1,250	14904	63721	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Principia College Elsah, IL Principia College offers up to Bachelor's degrees. Found on the Mississippi River, part of the campus is named a National Historic Landmark District. Class sizes are extremely small, with an average 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 82% of students stay on after the first year and 86% graduate within six years. Endowment per Student $1,710,738 1.3% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
2	University of Notre Dame	1280717	11.27	1,460 – 1,550	29083	86210	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more Endowment per Student $1,280,717 1.2% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
3	Earlham College	636566	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Endowment per Student $636,566 4.7% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
4	Hillsdale College	583529	20.72	1,350 – 1,480	26030	63721	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hillsdale College Hillsdale, MI Hillsdale College’s motto is “Virtus Tentamine Gaudet” or “Strength Rejoices in the Challenge.” The school has a 97% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. All students have to take courses on the “Great Books” and the United States Constitution. 78% will graduate within 4 years. Endowment per Student $583,529 2.3% Acceptance Rate 20.7% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $26,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
5	Northwestern University	523563	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Endowment per Student $523,563 2.9% Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
6	University of Chicago	515004	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	27979	80870	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Endowment per Student $515,004 0.1% Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $27,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
7	Wabash College	467214	63.3	1,070 – 1,280	23913	52667	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wabash College Crawfordsville, IN Wabash College is an all men’s school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% of students receive grant aid - around $38,864 each - and 83% graduate within six years. The student paper, “The Bachelor,” has been in publication since the early 1900s. Endowment per Student $467,214 0.7% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,667
8	DePauw University	427746	57.19	1,150 – 1,380	30507	58476	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric are commonly chosen majors. Endowment per Student $427,746 5.0% Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
9	Denison University	404845	16.93	1,320 – 1,450	42177	51352	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 81% will graduate in six years....Read more Endowment per Student $404,845 6.7% Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
10	Rush University	363070	79.8	--	0	86865	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rush University Chicago, IL Endowment per Student $363,070 7.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,865
11	Oberlin College	355313	32.98	1,370 – 1,500	50484	38871	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Oberlin College Oberlin, OH In the United States, Oberlin College is the oldest coeducational liberal arts college and its Conservatory of Music is the oldest operational conservatory. 72% of students will graduate within four years (82% within six). Oberlin’s motto is “Learning and Labor.” Endowment per Student $355,313 4.8% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $50,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,871
12	Lawrence University	293130	63.94	1,190 – 1,410	27393	40653	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University, founded in 1847 as one of the nation’s first coeducational institutions, offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences education alongside its world-renowned Conservatory of Music....Read more Endowment per Student $293,130 3.1% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,653
13	Kenyon College	270915	31.03	1,380 – 1,490	44470	46627	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 91% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $270,915 7.8% Acceptance Rate 31.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
14	Case Western Reserve University	242424	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Endowment per Student $242,424 0.7% Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
15	The College of Wooster	211142	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	29529	43895	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $211,142 10.1% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $29,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
16	Wheaton College	208684	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Endowment per Student $208,684 5.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
17	Kalamazoo College	202664	75.33	1,210 – 1,380	26050	46137	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo College is the leading producer of Peace Corps members out of small liberal arts colleges. Its motto is “Lux Esto,” which is Latin for “Be Light.” Many of K College’s faculty hold a terminal degree in their field. Students follow the “K Plan” – an academic plan that focuses on liberal arts, study abroad, and community. Endowment per Student $202,664 11.4% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $26,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
18	Saint Mary's College	200603	75.97	1,160 – 1,340	30389	53470	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s somewhat selective and has a 20% yield. 88% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. Endowment per Student $200,603 7.1% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
19	Ohio Wesleyan University	191663	55.6	1,130 – 1,360	23826	42495	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Endowment per Student $191,663 1.8% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
20	Antioch College	191095	89.21	1,010 – 1,240	10979	32114	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Antioch College Yellow Springs, OH Found in Yellow Springs, Antioch College accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Antioch College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Antioch College, there is a 72% first year retention rate and 18% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Endowment per Student $191,095 1.4% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,114
21	Goshen College	176256	84.04	880 – 1,110	17040	43218	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Goshen College Goshen, IN Found in Goshen, Goshen College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Endowment per Student $176,256 10.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,218
22	Illinois Wesleyan University	172267	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $172,267 5.4% Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
23	Hanover College	168360	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Endowment per Student $168,360 7.6% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
24	Monmouth College	164188	86.6	1,050 – 1,250	19088	43158	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 87% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 50% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more Endowment per Student $164,188 2.9% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
25	Sacred Heart Major Seminary	163613	100	1,080 – 1,240	10371	63721	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Sacred Heart Major Seminary accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $163,613 18.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
26	Knox College	159724	70.79	1,170 – 1,440	25524	37757	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Endowment per Student $159,724 3.5% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
27	Cleveland Institute of Music	153646	38.53	--	36001	60883	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleveland Institute of Music Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Music accepts 39% of applicants. They charge $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 91% and......Read more Endowment per Student $153,646 19.0% Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,883
28	Ripon College	143236	83.92	1,040 – 1,280	22557	42334	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ripon College Ripon, WI Found in Ripon, Ripon College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ripon College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Endowment per Student $143,236 8.8% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,334
29	Illinois College	133666	78.19	910 – 1,200	17255	40110	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $30,139....Read more Endowment per Student $133,666 5.3% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
30	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	121639	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Endowment per Student $121,639 3.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
31	Baker College	114544	81.87	960 – 1,160	14743	33619	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Baker College Owosso, MI Based in Owosso, Baker College accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Baker College, there is a 66% first year retention rate......Read more Endowment per Student $114,544 5.9% Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
32	School of the Art Institute of Chicago	106641	76.42	1,080 – 1,240	55485	26742	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) School of the Art Institute of Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 96% of students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Endowment per Student $106,641 16.9% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $55,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,742
33	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	106307	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Endowment per Student $106,307 23.6% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
34	Valparaiso University	103426	89.34	1,140 – 1,360	23168	55216	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 89% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 65% of students will graduate in......Read more Endowment per Student $103,426 3.8% Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
35	John Carroll University	99960	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Endowment per Student $99,960 5.8% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
36	Alma College	96604	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $96,604 8.0% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
37	Marquette University	94887	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Endowment per Student $94,887 7.7% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
38	Hope College	93816	79.24	1,130 – 1,370	28643	49727	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 81% six year graduation rate. Endowment per Student $93,816 0.3% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
39	Albion College	92470	80.7	950 – 1,180	18470	48203	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in andPre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies. Endowment per Student $92,470 18.7% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
40	Franklin College	92171	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $92,171 11.1% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
41	Saint Norbert College	85916	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Endowment per Student $85,916 0.1% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
42	Beloit College	83386	63.04	1,210 – 1,390	24941	41660	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 73%, Beloit’s most popular major is Psychology, General. Their colors are orange, black, and white, and their mascot is a polar bear. Endowment per Student $83,386 4.0% Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
43	Augustana College	82762	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% 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 Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Endowment per Student $82,762 4.5% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
44	University of Evansville	82561	78.13	1,090 – 1,330	21611	46734	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Endowment per Student $82,561 3.1% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
45	Indiana Institute of Technology	81526	57.13	950 – 1,160	22148	29717	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN Found in Fort Wayne, Indiana Institute of Technology accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Indiana Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $81,526 0.9% Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $22,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
46	Hiram College	80365	92.44	890 – 1,120	21362	40270	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hiram College Hiram, OH Based in Hiram, Hiram College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Hiram College will receive institutional grant aid. At Hiram College, there is a 71% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $80,365 33.3% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,270
47	Blackburn College	80286	80.14	890 – 1,150	21349	36665	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 80% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 36% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more Endowment per Student $80,286 11.9% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
48	Calvin University	80263	70.91	1,090 – 1,350	26374	48039	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Calvin University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $80,263 5.4% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $26,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,039
49	Ohio Northern University	80188	73.35	1,210 – 1,370	26396	62686	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Mechanical Engineering are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Endowment per Student $80,188 13.7% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
50	Wittenberg University	77143	91.04	1,050 – 1,240	21457	42437	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wittenberg University Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Wittenberg University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Wittenberg University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $77,143 7.1% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,437
51	Kuyper College	76696	33.85	940 – 1,170	27708	33956	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kuyper College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Kuyper College accepts 34% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Kuyper College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 50%....Read more Endowment per Student $76,696 Acceptance Rate 33.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,956
52	Manchester University	75860	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $75,860 15.7% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
53	Marietta College	75663	79.29	960 – 1,190	21333	51252	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $75,663 7.4% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
54	University of Dayton	74676	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at the University of Dayton will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $74,676 2.9% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
55	Bradley University	71921	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Endowment per Student $71,921 1.7% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
56	University of Mount Union	70396	80.13	1,000 – 1,210	22835	45919	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 20% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Endowment per Student $70,396 6.0% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,835 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
57	Cleveland Institute of Art	69174	56.28	1,090 – 1,280	33527	33148	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Art accepts 56% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Cleveland Institute of Art will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Endowment per Student $69,174 32.3% Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,148
58	Loyola University Chicago	67614	81.6	1,220 – 1,390	37592	58411	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Loyola University Chicago accepts 82% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 81% and around 65% of students will graduate in four years or less. The three......Read more Endowment per Student $67,614 11.7% Acceptance Rate 81.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,411
59	Eureka College	65788	85	880 – 1,160	20215	42968	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Eureka College Eureka, IL Located in Eureka, Eureka College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Endowment per Student $65,788 9.2% Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,968
60	College for Creative Studies	64865	91.94	990 – 1,210	34436	33691	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) College for Creative Studies Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the College for Creative Studies accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at the College for Creative Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $64,865 0.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $34,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,691
61	Capital University	62669	70.22	960 – 1,210	22480	45767	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Capital University Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Capital University accepts 70% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Capital University will receive institutional grant aid. At Capital University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 54% of students will graduate......Read more Endowment per Student $62,669 12.0% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,767
62	Heidelberg University	62612	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Endowment per Student $62,612 17.4% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
63	Kettering University	60879	78.67	1,100 – 1,310	33616	80275	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kettering University Flint, MI Located in Flint, Kettering University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $60,879 15.9% Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,275
64	Lake Forest College	59868	56.81	1,240 – 1,410	29894	51324	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL A liberal arts college, Lake Forest College is located just a half mile from Lake Michigan and 30 miles north of Chicago. With over 30 majors available, many students choose to major in Business/Commerce, General, followed by Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Finance, General, and Neuroscience....Read more Endowment per Student $59,868 1.4% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $29,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,324
65	Taylor University	55232	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Endowment per Student $55,232 7.4% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
66	Ursuline College	55210	84.01	980 – 1,190	17678	45646	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ursuline College Pepper Pike, OH Ursuline College is a private liberal arts school founded in 1871 as a Catholic women's college. While men can attend this school today, the school continues to provide a woman-focused education and the majority of students are women....Read more Endowment per Student $55,210 27.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,678 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,646
67	Otterbein University	54138	84.52	990 – 1,240	22242	44539	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Endowment per Student $54,138 4.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
68	Muskingum University	53777	81.84	930 – 1,110	20269	40536	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $53,777 6.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
69	Baldwin Wallace University	52847	75.7	1,090 – 1,300	28190	44972	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 83% first year retention rate....Read more Endowment per Student $52,847 5.0% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
70	Carthage College	50816	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Endowment per Student $50,816 10.8% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
71	Butler University	50369	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	40140	61627	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Endowment per Student $50,369 1.2% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $40,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
72	Millikin University	49966	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Endowment per Student $49,966 5.6% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
73	DePaul University	49082	75.89	1,110 – 1,330	32129	54695	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DePaul University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, DePaul University’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at DePaul University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $24,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Endowment per Student $49,082 10.7% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,129 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,695
74	Northwood University	48881	83.9	970 – 1,180	26429	54058	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northwood University Midland, MI Found in Midland, Northwood University accepts 84% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $48,881 6.6% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,058
75	Illinois Institute of Technology	46577	54.93	1,200 – 1,410	25001	70803	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Illinois Institute of Technology currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Endowment per Student $46,577 20.3% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $25,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,803
76	North Central College	46435	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Endowment per Student $46,435 7.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
77	North Park University	45416	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Endowment per Student $45,416 3.2% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
78	Roosevelt University	45381	94.27	900 – 1,130	21503	42896	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Roosevelt University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Roosevelt University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $20,288 on average. 65% of students continued their studies at Roosevelt University after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $45,381 2.7% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
79	College of Menominee Nation	45231	94.83	--	8761	25934	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) College of Menominee Nation Keshena, WI Endowment per Student $45,231 9.0% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,934
80	Wisconsin Lutheran College	44398	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	22809	49095	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $44,398 6.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
81	Edgewood College	44037	94.52	1,040 – 1,210	26692	53843	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $44,037 4.1% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
82	Mount St. Joseph University	43620	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $43,620 9.8% Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
83	Saint Anthony College of Nursing	42491	100	--	0	57432	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Anthony College of Nursing Rockford, IL Endowment per Student $42,491 33.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,432
84	Elmhurst University	42353	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $42,353 4.5% Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
85	Xavier University	41565	86.69	1,110 – 1,330	31542	54758	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $41,565 16.5% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $31,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
86	Aquinas College	40258	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $40,258 14.1% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
87	Lake Erie College	38595	64.12	970 – 1,160	22322	43959	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lake Erie College Painesville, OH Located in Painesville, Lake Erie College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Lake Erie College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Lake Erie College, there is a 62% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $38,595 1.8% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $22,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,959
88	Trinity International University-Illinois	36799	93.18	990 – 1,210	21260	41545	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield, IL Found in Deerfield, Trinity International University-Illinois’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Trinity International University-Illinois currently receive grant aid from the school. At Trinity International University-Illinois, there is a 66% first......Read more Endowment per Student $36,799 37.7% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,260 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,545
89	Defiance College	36735	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Endowment per Student $36,735 3.1% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
90	Bluffton University	36693	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Endowment per Student $36,693 14.5% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
91	Holy Cross College	35178	73.71	1,000 – 1,210	24214	41335	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Holy Cross College Notre Dame, IN Based in Notre Dame, Holy Cross College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 67% of students at Holy Cross College currently receive grant aid from the school. 65% of students decide to stay at Holy Cross College after completing their......Read more Endowment per Student $35,178 2.5% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,335
92	Viterbo University	34451	72.43	1,110 – 1,250	23901	56804	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Endowment per Student $34,451 12.6% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
93	Marian University	33024	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $33,024 25.5% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
94	Columbia College Chicago	32623	75.49	--	29790	32596	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, Columbia College Chicago accepts 75% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Columbia College Chicago will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $32,623 5.5% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,596
95	Milwaukee School of Engineering	31414	62.39	1,200 – 1,390	26122	75114	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Milwaukee School of Engineering Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Milwaukee School of Engineering’s acceptance rate is 62% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Milwaukee School of Engineering will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Endowment per Student $31,414 8.5% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,114
96	Concordia University-Wisconsin	30741	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	28060	49761	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Endowment per Student $30,741 9.9% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
97	The University of Olivet	30458	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Endowment per Student $30,458 16.3% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
98	Wilberforce University	30194	52.73	840 – 940	8222	35146	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wilberforce University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Wilberforce University accepts 53% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Wilberforce University will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Wilberforce University after......Read more Endowment per Student $30,194 89.1% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 840 – 940 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,146
99	Bellin College	29772	100	1,010 – 1,180	27998	72118	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bellin College Green Bay, WI Located in Green Bay, Bellin College accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Bellin College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $29,772 6.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,118
100	Adrian College	29271	68.43	950 – 1,170	22053	42805	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $29,271 25.6% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
101	Huntington University	28787	71.15	990 – 1,200	21149	40702	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Huntington University Huntington, IN 97% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Endowment per Student $28,787 10.4% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
102	Wilmington College	28292	84.6	970 – 1,170	24915	41889	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Endowment per Student $28,292 12.8% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
103	Anderson University	28189	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Endowment per Student $28,189 14.6% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
104	Mercy College of Ohio	28136	42.76	930 – 1,120	15705	61877	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mercy College of Ohio Toledo, OH Found in Toledo, Mercy College of Ohio accepts 43% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Mercy College of Ohio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $28,136 10.6% Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $15,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,877
105	Andrews University	27585	87.4	1,080 – 1,350	24874	43254	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI Based in Berrien Springs, Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 94% of students attending Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four......Read more Endowment per Student $27,585 8.0% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,254
106	University of Detroit Mercy	27522	75.72	1,040 – 1,270	17987	64534	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the University of Detroit Mercy’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Endowment per Student $27,522 14.5% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,534
107	Greenville University	27490	97.66	840 – 1,210	21442	40307	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Endowment per Student $27,490 10.6% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 840 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
108	University of Indianapolis	27081	66.48	970 – 1,190	19903	46452	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $27,081 4.5% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
109	Carroll University	26664	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $26,664 3.7% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
110	Mount Mary University	26388	66.34	930 – 1,080	19409	40421	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Mary University Milwaukee, WI Located in Milwaukee, Mount Mary University accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $26,388 8.4% Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,421
111	Madonna University	26042	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Endowment per Student $26,042 17.6% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
112	Moody Bible Institute	26026	97.54	930 – 1,140	23950	40210	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Moody Bible Institute accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 77% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $26,026 26.8% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,210
113	Alverno College	25962	84.38	890 – 1,110	17884	51755	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Alverno College Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Alverno College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alverno College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Endowment per Student $25,962 19.4% Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,755
114	Columbus College of Art & Design	24041	71.74	1,010 – 1,240	30900	30590	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Columbus College of Art & Design Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Columbus College of Art & Design’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at Columbus College of Art & Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $24,041 28.5% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $30,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,590
115	Malone University	24006	75.86	970 – 1,180	23362	43056	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Malone University Canton, OH Malone University offers up to Post-master's certificates. Affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church, the school’s motto is “Christ’s Kingdom First.” A part of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, 398 Pioneers compete in sports, such as Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Basketball, and Soccer. Endowment per Student $24,006 19.2% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,056
116	Franciscan University of Steubenville	23935	72.23	1,110 – 1,340	24490	42037	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 88% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Endowment per Student $23,935 7.3% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
117	Rockford University	23856	57.04	960 – 1,130	24098	45847	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rockford University Rockford, IL Located in Rockford, Rockford University’s acceptance rate is 57%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Rockford University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $23,856 2.7% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,847
118	Walsh College	21369	37.33	--	0	64114	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Walsh College Troy, MI Endowment per Student $21,369 17.7% Acceptance Rate 37.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,114
119	McKendree University	20935	63.88	920 – 1,300	25200	49439	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 64% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $20,935 2.8% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,200 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
120	Lawrence Technological University	20907	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $20,907 2.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
121	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	19985	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Endowment per Student $19,985 10.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
122	Lewis University	19918	71.28	980 – 1,220	19472	56095	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lewis University Romeoville, IL Found in Romeoville, Lewis University accepted 71% 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 Endowment per Student $19,918 9.0% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,095
123	Quincy University	19697	50.93	1,020 – 1,210	17424	43331	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Quincy University Quincy, IL Endowment per Student $19,697 6.7% Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,424 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331
124	Olivet Nazarene University	18653	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Endowment per Student $18,653 16.0% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
125	Ashland University	18605	80.53	1,040 – 1,250	21971	47722	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ashland University Ashland, OH Endowment per Student $18,605 14.6% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,722
126	Walsh University	18010	78.15	1,040 – 1,260	21009	50090	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their......Read more Endowment per Student $18,010 10.6% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
127	Dominican University	17053	90.32	930 – 1,140	16969	47907	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Dominican University River Forest, IL Based in River Forest, Dominican University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $17,053 2.3% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,907
128	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	17040	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Endowment per Student $17,040 17.5% Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
129	Trine University	16888	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Endowment per Student $16,888 1.9% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
130	Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science	16680	16.93	1,040 – 1,080	19728	59213	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science Cincinnati, OH Endowment per Student $16,680 17.9% Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
131	Ohio Dominican University	16181	94.23	1,040 – 1,310	21006	43933	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican......Read more Endowment per Student $16,181 2.5% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
132	The University of Findlay	16033	86.15	1,010 – 1,240	26215	49757	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The University of Findlay Findlay, OH Located in Findlay, The University of Findlay accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and 47% of......Read more Endowment per Student $16,033 0.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,757
133	Lakeland University	14176	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Endowment per Student $14,176 14.3% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
134	Grace College and Theological Seminary	13308	80.78	970 – 1,190	21680	41463	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN Grace College and Theological Seminary was founded in 1948, though it has roots going back to 1937. Affiliated with the Charis Fellowship, the school’s motto is “To know Christ and to make Him known.” On campus, 80% of freshmen return for their sophomore year, and 72% graduate within six years. Endowment per Student $13,308 9.8% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,680 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,463
135	The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences	13285	50.18	880 – 1,020	18995	64942	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cincinnati, OH Endowment per Student $13,285 18.8% Acceptance Rate 50.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $18,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,942
136	Benedictine University	13260	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine 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. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $13,260 12.2% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
137	Saint Xavier University	13169	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $13,169 41.5% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
138	Oakland City University	12809	68.21	860 – 1,140	12268	43190	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 34% four year......Read more Endowment per Student $12,809 0.4% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
139	Northland College	12752	78.87	1,050 – 1,250	24020	35819	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northland College Ashland, WI Based in Ashland, Northland 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 100% of students attending Northland College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $12,752 5.4% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,819
140	Spring Arbor University	11775	37.33	1,010 – 1,230	21720	45592	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Found in Spring Arbor, Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate is 37%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Spring Arbor University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Endowment per Student $11,775 11.9% Acceptance Rate 37.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,592
141	Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	11671	41.27	1,040 – 1,110	21470	50096	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Canton, OH Based in Canton, Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 41%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 53% of students attending Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 67% and......Read more Endowment per Student $11,671 4.8% Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,096
142	Trinity Christian College	11143	88.65	950 – 1,180	17218	48107	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, IL Trinity Christian College is interdenominational and students can pursue up to Post-master's certificates. Participating in the NAIA Division I Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, student-athletes are known as the Trolls. Popular sports include Soccer, Basketball, and Baseball....Read more Endowment per Student $11,143 19.8% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,107
143	University of Rio Grande	10990	72.98	--	26581	34323	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $10,990 10.6% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
144	Lourdes University	10771	74.1	930 – 1,140	22614	40158	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lourdes University Sylvania, OH Found in Sylvania, Lourdes University accepts 74% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $10,771 10.0% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
145	University of St Francis	10740	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Endowment per Student $10,740 8.5% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
146	Cornerstone University	10487	73.16	1,010 – 1,240	23147	42598	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Endowment per Student $10,487 8.7% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
147	Cedarville University	10365	64.88	1,140 – 1,360	27047	47937	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Cedarville University first opened in 1887. One famous alumnus is Grace Norman, who won a gold medal and bronze medal for the United States in the 2016 Paralympics, for the triathlon and 400m respectively. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid from Cedarville, around $18,776 per student on average. Endowment per Student $10,365 3.0% Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,937
148	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	10259	76.14	910 – 1,180	18470	41863	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $10,259 14.4% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
149	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	10195	57.28	800 – 1,030	17377	39342	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 57% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Endowment per Student $10,195 2.3% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342
150	Hebrew Theological College	9951	92	1,040 – 1,140	11197	32793	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hebrew Theological College Skokie, IL Endowment per Student $9,951 3.3% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,793
151	National Louis University	9592	93.12	850 – 930	15724	43562	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) National Louis University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, National Louis University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 15% of students attending National Louis University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 56% and 19% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Endowment per Student $9,592 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,562
152	Bethel University	9430	98.68	880 – 1,180	20058	44271	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bethel University Mishawaka, IN Located in Mishawaka, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Bethel University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 54% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Endowment per Student $9,430 8.4% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,271
153	Siena Heights University	8833	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $8,833 21.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
154	Art Academy of Cincinnati	8715	33.14	740 – 1,170	28899	27483	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Art Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, the Art Academy of Cincinnati accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at the Art Academy of Cincinnati will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $8,715 3.4% Acceptance Rate 33.1% SAT Score 740 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $28,899 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,483
155	Davenport University	8601	98.27	--	19799	47041	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Endowment per Student $8,601 11.1% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,041
156	Marian University	8406	66.77	930 – 1,140	23552	49839	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Located in Fond Du Lac, Marian University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $8,406 2.8% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,839
157	Aurora University	8135	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Endowment per Student $8,135 5.5% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
158	Great Lakes Christian College	7909	94.69	--	19390	28240	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Great Lakes Christian College Lansing, MI Found in Lansing, Great Lakes Christian College accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Great Lakes Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 11% of students will graduate within four......Read more Endowment per Student $7,909 9.5% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,240
159	Ohio Christian University	7857	39.9	850 – 930	21092	34457	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Based in Circleville, Ohio Christian University’s acceptance rate is 40%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students at Ohio Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $7,857 16.8% Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $21,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,457
160	Concordia University-Chicago	7759	92.79	1,000 – 1,200	17767	44405	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 61% first year retention rate and a 36% four......Read more Endowment per Student $7,759 15.4% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
161	Tiffin University	7061	79.77	860 – 1,120	24516	42475	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Tiffin University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Tiffin University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Tiffin University, there is a 60% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Endowment per Student $7,061 6.4% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,516 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,475
162	Judson University	6988	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $6,988 9.4% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
163	Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science	6607	50.18	--	0	50028	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science Cincinnati, OH Endowment per Student $6,607 50.6% Acceptance Rate 50.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,028
164	Methodist College	6389	31.11	800 – 1,160	35461	64709	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Methodist College Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Methodist College’s acceptance rate is 31% and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 75% of students continued studying at Methodist College after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $6,389 15.6% Acceptance Rate 31.1% SAT Score 800 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $35,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,709
165	Rochester Christian University	5003	65.3	850 – 1,110	19660	40813	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $5,003 9.3% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
166	Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design	4213	62.8	--	28024	29841	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $4,213 2.4% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,024 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,841
167	Kettering College	3063	82.86	1,040 – 1,180	4048	60692	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kettering College Kettering, OH Located in Kettering, Kettering College accepts 83% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $23,855 on average. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Endowment per Student $3,063 10.8% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $4,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,692
168	Mount Carmel College of Nursing	2898	57.39	930 – 1,080	11686	60785	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Carmel College of Nursing Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Mount Carmel College of Nursing accepts 57% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing will receive grant aid from the school. At Mount Carmel College of Nursing, there is a 68% first year retention rate and 75% of students will......Read more Endowment per Student $2,898 8.3% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,785
169	Franklin University	1710	86.33	--	22252	49189	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franklin University Columbus, OH Endowment per Student $1,710 8.0% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,189
170	Cleary University	1502	50.97	950 – 1,170	24965	55077	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleary University Howell, MI All of the available undergraduate majors at Cleary University focus on Business. In fact, Business Administration and Management, General is the most sought after area of study. It was first known as the Cleary School of Penmanship when it opened in 1883. 98% receive institutional grants from the university. Endowment per Student $1,502 16.1% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,077
171	Maranatha Baptist University	346	70.87	1,040 – 1,300	26001	40403	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Found in Watertown, Maranatha Baptist University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 67% of students at Maranatha Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $346 0.3% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,403
172	St. Augustine College	251	84.37	--	17008	31348	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) St. Augustine College Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, St- Augustine College’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At St- Augustine College, there is a 68% first year retention rate and a 3% four year graduation rate....Read more Endowment per Student $251 4.1% Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,348
173	Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	0	66.3	1,010 – 1,180	0	58036	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Quincy, IL Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,036
174	Bryant & Stratton College-Parma	0	64.13	--	13740	27873	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bryant & Stratton College-Parma Parma, OH Located in Parma, Bryant & Stratton College-Parma’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 28% and around 0% of students will graduate in four years or less. Licensed......Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
175	Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa	0	0	--	14705	27873	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa Wauwatosa, WI Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
176	East-West University	0	73.53	850 – 1,010	23140	21236	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) East-West University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, East-West University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending East-West University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $23,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,236
177	Gods Bible School and College	0	64.03	960 – 1,170	7233	29555	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Gods Bible School and College Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, Gods Bible School and College accepts 64% of applicants and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Gods Bible School and College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $7,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,555
178	Grace Christian University	0	99.31	850 – 1,140	14127	31450	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Grace Christian University Wyoming, MI Located in Wyoming, Grace Christian University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 82% of students attending Grace Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,450
179	Herzing University-Akron	0	94.03	--	20429	35295	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Akron Akron, OH Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
180	Herzing University-Brookfield	0	90.79	--	19425	35295	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Brookfield Brookfield, WI Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
181	Herzing University-Kenosha	0	89.39	--	16286	35295	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Kenosha Kenosha, WI Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
182	Herzing University-Madison	0	94.15	--	20679	35295	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Madison Madison, WI Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
183	Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global	0	0	--	16162	51329	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion, IN Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
184	Lakewood University	0	0	--	2705	58542	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lakewood University Cleveland Heights, OH Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
185	Martin University	0	82.21	--	13879	25539	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Martin University Indianapolis, IN Located in Indianapolis, Martin University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and 0% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most students attending this......Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,539
186	Mid-America College of Funeral Service	0	82.21	--	23905	42193	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mid-America College of Funeral Service Jeffersonville, IN Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,905 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,193
187	Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing	0	79.8	--	0	57542	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing Peoria, IL Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,542
188	Union Bible College	0	86.73	--	8872	63721	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Union Bible College Westfield, IN Based in Westfield, Union Bible College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Union Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
189	University of Northwestern Ohio	0	80.35	--	18794	45639	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Northwestern Ohio Lima, OH Found in Lima, the University of Northwestern Ohio’s acceptance rate is 80%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 23% of students attending the University of Northwestern Ohio currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,639
190	Valor Christian College	0	0	--	23991	50472	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Valor Christian College Canal Winchester, OH Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
191	Veritas Baptist College	0	100	--	17043	30634	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Veritas Baptist College Lawrenceburg, IN Endowment per Student -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,634