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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD)

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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	Grinnell College	1543843	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Endowment per Student $1,543,843 6.2% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
2	Washington University in St Louis	925177	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Endowment per Student $925,177 7.2% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
3	McPherson College	924496	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Found in McPherson, McPherson College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending McPherson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $924,496 7.7% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
4	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	831258	39.01	--	12328	74758	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Endowment per Student $831,258 20.2% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
5	Carleton College	629894	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Endowment per Student $629,894 5.1% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
6	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	454090	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Endowment per Student $454,090 11.4% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
7	Cottey College	417391	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 69% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $417,391 20.0% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
8	College of the Ozarks	408193	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Thanks to a student work program and donations, students don’t have to pay tuition to attend the College of the Ozarks. It has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 90% first year retention rate. CofO is extremely selective and out of those accepted, 81% decided to attend. Endowment per Student $408,193 16.5% Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
9	Macalester College	401853	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Endowment per Student $401,853 6.8% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
10	St Olaf College	267834	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Endowment per Student $267,834 14.0% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
11	University of Nebraska Medical Center	226621	0	--	0	70417	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Endowment per Student $226,621 10.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
12	University of Dubuque	185899	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $185,899 26.7% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
13	Saint Johns University	184699	90.62	1,070 – 1,280	28504	59843	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 86% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $184,699 10.0% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
14	Saint Louis University	158963	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Endowment per Student $158,963 0.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
15	Gustavus Adolphus College	150880	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $150,880 12.7% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
16	Luther College	139524	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Endowment per Student $139,524 17.0% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
17	Westminster College	136106	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $136,106 38.8% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
18	Creighton University	133775	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Endowment per Student $133,775 3.3% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
19	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	133434	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Endowment per Student $133,434 7.6% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
20	University of Iowa	128860	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $128,860 6.4% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
21	Oglala Lakota College	114452	0	--	3173	20536	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Endowment per Student $114,452 13.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
22	University of Kansas	111391	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Endowment per Student $111,391 0.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
23	Hastings College	109282	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $109,282 1.1% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
24	Saint Ambrose University	108619	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Endowment per Student $108,619 16.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
25	Kansas City Art Institute	106150	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $106,150 0.8% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
26	Stephens College	106007	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Endowment per Student $106,007 14.8% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
27	Concordia College at Moorhead	99276	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Endowment per Student $99,276 9.6% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
28	Drake University	94073	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $94,073 19.8% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
29	Central College	93148	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $93,148 8.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
30	University of St Thomas	90418	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Endowment per Student $90,418 2.0% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
31	Buena Vista University	88213	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Endowment per Student $88,213 9.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
32	Cornell College	88023	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Endowment per Student $88,023 8.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
33	College of Saint Benedict	87285	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	54567	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Endowment per Student $87,285 11.9% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
34	Bethel College-North Newton	82858	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $82,858 26.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
35	Coe College	77969	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Endowment per Student $77,969 0.4% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
36	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	76392	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Minneapolis College of Art......Read more Endowment per Student $76,392 14.8% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
37	William Jewell College	73235	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 18 - 24. Endowment per Student $73,235 3.1% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
38	Doane University	72215	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $72,215 15.0% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
39	Simpson College	71747	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Endowment per Student $71,747 4.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
40	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	71743	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $71,743 15.3% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
41	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	68787	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	71761	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Endowment per Student $68,787 15.3% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,761
42	Wartburg College	67631	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Endowment per Student $67,631 8.1% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
43	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	63937	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $63,937 9.8% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
44	Hamline University	63621	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $63,621 21.3% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
45	Augustana University	62464	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Endowment per Student $62,464 9.9% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
46	Kansas State University	61776	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $61,776 6.3% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
47	Bethany Lutheran College	60566	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Endowment per Student $60,566 9.0% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
48	Iowa State University	56784	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Endowment per Student $56,784 4.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
49	University of Missouri-Columbia	56236	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Endowment per Student $56,236 7.5% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
50	Dakota Wesleyan University	55556	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Endowment per Student $55,556 11.8% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
51	Union Adventist University	55215	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, Union Adventist University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Union Adventist University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $55,215 20.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
52	College of Saint Mary	55129	44.65	970 – 1,240	17078	59339	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $18,847 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Endowment per Student $55,129 40.8% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
53	St Catherine University	53606	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $53,606 17.8% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
54	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	52740	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Endowment per Student $52,740 8.3% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
55	Washburn University	52605	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $52,605 0.3% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
56	Drury University	51939	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $51,939 3.4% Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
57	Hesston College	51059	0	--	22723	46707	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hesston College Hesston, KS Hesston College offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. With a high 78% first year retention rate, 71% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Endowment per Student $51,059 0.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
58	Kansas Wesleyan University	51035	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $51,035 3.1% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
59	Loras College	49685	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Endowment per Student $49,685 19.4% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
60	Northwestern College	49663	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 39 majors and programs to choose from. Endowment per Student $49,663 10.2% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
61	Dunwoody College of Technology	47350	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Dunwoody College of Technology accepts 99% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $47,350 13.7% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
62	North Dakota State University	46319	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $46,319 11.2% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
63	Missouri University of Science and Technology	46175	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Endowment per Student $46,175 5.9% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
64	University of South Dakota	45828	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $45,828 7.0% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
65	Graceland University-Lamoni	44813	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 55%......Read more Endowment per Student $44,813 11.2% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
66	Logan University	43128	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $43,128 32.7% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
67	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	43090	0	--	5846	63721	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College New Town, ND Endowment per Student $43,090 0.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,846 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
68	Dordt University	42399	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $42,399 7.6% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
69	Concordia University-Nebraska	41642	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Endowment per Student $41,642 4.4% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
70	Ranken Technical College	41517	0	--	18286	51342	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Endowment per Student $41,517 3.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
71	York University	40960	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) York University York, NE Found in York, York University accepted 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $40,960 1.9% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
72	Clarke University	40705	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Endowment per Student $40,705 3.6% Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
73	Mount Marty University	39926	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Endowment per Student $39,926 6.1% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
74	Morningside University	38852	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Endowment per Student $38,852 18.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
75	Nebraska Wesleyan University	37813	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Endowment per Student $37,813 9.7% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
76	Friends University	37107	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $37,107 4.3% Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
77	University of North Dakota	36781	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Endowment per Student $36,781 8.8% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
78	Martin Luther College	36759	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	18974	40760	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Martin Luther College’s motto is “Via Veritas Vita,” or “The Way, the Truth, the Life.” Many students study Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other. The school was established in 1995 when Northwestern College (1865) merged with Dr. Martin Luther College (1884). Endowment per Student $36,759 19.4% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,974 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
79	Manhattan Christian College	36210	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $36,210 8.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
80	Barclay College	36169	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barclay College Haviland, KS Located in Haviland, Barclay College accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $36,169 2.7% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
81	Culver-Stockton College	36147	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $36,147 10.7% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
82	Baker University	35449	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $35,449 4.4% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
83	Bethel University	35308	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $35,308 25.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
84	University of Minnesota Duluth	35276	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Endowment per Student $35,276 6.7% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
85	Columbia College	35208	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $35,208 9.0% Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
86	Donnelly College	34698	0	--	11058	34791	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Endowment per Student $34,698 26.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
87	University of Jamestown	34036	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Endowment per Student $34,036 4.5% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
88	Mount Mercy University	34006	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $34,006 19.0% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
89	Briar Cliff University	33020	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Endowment per Student $33,020 2.9% Acceptance Rate 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
90	The College of Saint Scholastica	32559	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Endowment per Student $32,559 9.8% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
91	Tabor College	31388	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Endowment per Student $31,388 4.7% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
92	Northern State University	30531	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Endowment per Student $30,531 8.3% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
93	Wichita State University	28756	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Endowment per Student $28,756 2.7% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
94	South Dakota State University	28674	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Endowment per Student $28,674 11.7% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
95	Southwestern College	28502	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $28,502 4.1% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
96	University of Sioux Falls	27483	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $27,483 7.5% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
97	University of Northern Iowa	27423	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Endowment per Student $27,423 7.4% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
98	University of Minnesota-Morris	27333	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $27,333 12.1% Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
99	Ottawa University-Ottawa	27189	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Endowment per Student $27,189 41.4% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
100	Emporia State University	26096	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $26,096 18.3% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
101	Lindenwood University	25750	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Endowment per Student $25,750 20.1% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
102	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	25092	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Endowment per Student $25,092 1.7% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
103	Augsburg University	24193	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 48% of students will......Read more Endowment per Student $24,193 4.9% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
104	Truman State University	23914	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Endowment per Student $23,914 21.9% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
105	Benedictine College	23872	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Endowment per Student $23,872 12.3% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
106	University of Missouri-Kansas City	23819	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $23,819 8.9% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
107	Sterling College	23815	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 27%......Read more Endowment per Student $23,815 8.0% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
108	Bethany College	22987	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Endowment per Student $22,987 5.9% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
109	University of Mary	22929	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Endowment per Student $22,929 4.2% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
110	Grand View University	22101	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Endowment per Student $22,101 10.2% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
111	Spurgeon College	21634	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Endowment per Student $21,634 19.1% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
112	Pittsburg State University	21613	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $21,613 6.3% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
113	Southwest Baptist University	21392	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $21,392 0.8% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
114	Minot State University	20928	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $20,928 16.6% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
115	Allen College	20321	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Endowment per Student $20,321 17.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,078
116	Fort Hays State University	20087	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $20,087 16.4% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
117	Dickinson State University	19247	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $19,247 18.7% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
118	University of Saint Mary	19213	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $19,213 0.1% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
119	Hannibal-LaGrange University	19018	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $19,018 9.4% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
120	Midland University	18956	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 66% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $18,956 12.2% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
121	University of Nebraska at Kearney	17881	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Endowment per Student $17,881 17.2% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
122	Peru State College	17564	0	--	11915	39150	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Endowment per Student $17,564 37.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
123	Central Christian College of the Bible	17391	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Endowment per Student $17,391 33.9% Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
124	Chadron State College	17238	0	--	13292	39139	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Endowment per Student $17,238 18.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
125	Missouri Southern State University	17120	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $17,120 0.3% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
126	University of Missouri-St Louis	16861	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $16,861 10.9% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
127	Mayville State University	16634	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $16,634 21.6% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
128	Bryan College of Health Sciences	16429	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Based in Lincoln, Bryan College of Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $16,429 16.3% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $25,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
129	Evangel University	16253	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $16,253 4.9% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
130	Missouri Western State University	16010	0	--	13126	37499	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Endowment per Student $16,010 17.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
131	Southeast Missouri State University	15592	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Endowment per Student $15,592 17.8% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
132	Newman University	15153	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $15,153 6.8% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
133	University of Minnesota-Crookston	14510	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $14,510 4.8% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
134	Rockhurst University	14167	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,562 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Endowment per Student $14,167 7.3% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
135	Central Christian College of Kansas	14047	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $14,047 22.1% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
136	Sinte Gleska University	13955	0	--	6768	15889	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Endowment per Student $13,955 124.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
137	MidAmerica Nazarene University	13785	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Endowment per Student $13,785 22.6% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
138	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	13755	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Endowment per Student $13,755 9.0% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
139	Mercy College of Health Sciences	13680	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 16% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Endowment per Student $13,680 20.7% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
140	William Woods University	13265	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $13,265 21.1% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
141	Park University	13123	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $13,123 16.9% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
142	Bismarck State College	12748	0	--	10462	50401	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Endowment per Student $12,748 26.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
143	Bemidji State University	12743	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $12,743 22.4% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
144	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	11722	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 68% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Endowment per Student $11,722 8.0% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
145	Winona State University	11453	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Endowment per Student $11,453 13.7% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
146	Valley City State University	11206	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will graduate within four......Read more Endowment per Student $11,206 8.1% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
147	University of Nebraska at Omaha	11149	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $11,149 16.1% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
148	Bellevue University	11129	0	--	16210	57732	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Endowment per Student $11,129 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
149	University of Northwestern-St Paul	10919	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, and General are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Endowment per Student $10,919 18.8% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
150	Maryville University of Saint Louis	10723	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Endowment per Student $10,723 21.8% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
151	Black Hills State University	10715	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $10,715 22.3% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
152	Minnesota State University Moorhead	10081	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Endowment per Student $10,081 15.0% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
153	Webster University	9530	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Endowment per Student $9,530 45.9% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
154	Concordia University-Saint Paul	9302	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $9,302 4.8% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
155	Wayne State College	9243	0	--	16060	40857	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Endowment per Student $9,243 11.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
156	Upper Iowa University	9225	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Endowment per Student $9,225 35.2% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
157	Sisseton Wahpeton College	9179	0	--	2508	23940	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Endowment per Student $9,179 14.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,940
158	Sitting Bull College	9051	0	--	4281	23563	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Endowment per Student $9,051 8.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
159	Ozark Christian College	8994	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Endowment per Student $8,994 4.3% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
160	Crown College	8739	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $8,739 6.1% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
161	St Luke's College	8628	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Endowment per Student $8,628 3.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
162	Dakota State University	8533	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Endowment per Student $8,533 1.9% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
163	Missouri Valley College	8533	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $8,533 1.8% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
164	University of Central Missouri	8400	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Endowment per Student $8,400 5.2% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
165	Emmaus Bible College	7847	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 83% and 45% of......Read more Endowment per Student $7,847 3.5% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $15,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
166	Nebraska Indian Community College	7735	0	--	23188	25591	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Endowment per Student $7,735 9.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
167	Northwestern Health Sciences University	7273	55.56	--	36272	43760	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Endowment per Student $7,273 7.5% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
168	Clarkson College	6905	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarkson College Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Clarkson College’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $6,905 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
169	Saint Cloud State University	6803	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $6,803 11.9% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
170	Northwest Missouri State University	6613	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Endowment per Student $6,613 5.9% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
171	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	6600	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Found in Ellendale, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School accepted 26% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $6,600 7.6% Acceptance Rate 25.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
172	Avila University	6595	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $6,595 46.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
173	North Central University	6484	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Central University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, North Central University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 82%......Read more Endowment per Student $6,484 13.7% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
174	Southwest Minnesota State University	6262	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Endowment per Student $6,262 9.1% Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
175	Minnesota State University, Mankato	6260	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Endowment per Student $6,260 12.6% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
176	William Penn University	6044	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $6,044 3.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
177	Fontbonne University	5267	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Endowment per Student $5,267 58.2% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
178	Turtle Mountain Community College	5153	0	--	3871	30931	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Endowment per Student $5,153 6.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
179	Maharishi International University	5001	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA Found in Fairfield, Maharishi International University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $5,001 20.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
180	Harris-Stowe State University	2956	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Endowment per Student $2,956 2.3% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
181	Calvary University	2759	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Endowment per Student $2,759 18.8% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
182	University of Minnesota Rochester	2688	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 54% of students will graduate in......Read more Endowment per Student $2,688 35.8% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,585
183	Metropolitan State University	2085	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $2,085 12.9% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
184	Lincoln University	2080	0	--	14002	32185	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Endowment per Student $2,080 4.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
185	Missouri Baptist University	1941	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Endowment per Student $1,941 2.0% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
186	United Tribes Technical College	1590	0	--	4431	21254	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Endowment per Student $1,590 9.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
187	Mission University	1346	0	--	23118	30600	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Endowment per Student $1,346 14.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
188	Ozarks Technical Community College	1043	0	--	8042	32525	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Endowment per Student $1,043 11.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
189	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	892	0	--	12389	37508	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Endowment per Student $892 14.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
190	Bethlehem College & Seminary	841	78.95	1,130 – 1,270	14681	63721	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethlehem College & Seminary Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Bethlehem College & Seminary accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of students at Bethlehem College & Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $841 Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $14,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721