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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	Colorado College	383212	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	35281	47611	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 30% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Political Science and Government, General is a common option. Endowment per Student $383,212 11.7% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
2	The College of Idaho	106645	47.22	1,070 – 1,270	22602	42097	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) The College of Idaho Caldwell, ID Founded in 1891, The College of Idaho is the oldest private liberal arts college in the state. The school offers up to Master's degrees, and graduates have entered impressive careers in business, politics, law, and sports. Many students pursue degrees in Business Administration and Management, General. Endowment per Student $106,645 8.2% Acceptance Rate 47.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,097
3	University of Denver	100622	77.29	1,240 – 1,410	43324	57118	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Denver Denver, CO The University of Denver is home to the Evans Memorial Chapel, the oldest building on campus and the oldest Protestant church in the city. It has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 88%. DU’s motto is “Pro Scientia et Religione,” or “For Knowledge and Spirit.” Endowment per Student $100,622 13.8% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $43,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,118
4	Brigham Young University	82971	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Brigham Young University Provo, UT Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London....Read more Endowment per Student $82,971 10.8% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
5	University of Wyoming	82400	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Endowment per Student $82,400 6.1% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
6	Westminster University	65713	66.57	1,130 – 1,340	28156	52994	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Westminster University Salt Lake City, UT Westminster College became Westminster University in 2023. Over 50 Olympians have studied at the school. During the 2014 Olympics, 23 Westminster students were part of Team USA – 18 in 2018. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most sought after program at the school. Endowment per Student $65,713 15.9% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,994
7	Carroll College	63485	72.64	1,110 – 1,310	26103	43507	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Carroll College Helena, MT Though the school seal features two lions, Carroll College’s mascot is actually a St. Bernard named Halo. Student athletes compete as the Fighting Saints in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Endowment per Student $63,485 7.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
8	University of Utah	52697	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Endowment per Student $52,697 14.2% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
9	Colorado School of Mines	50093	59.6	1,330 – 1,470	29785	82950	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Endowment per Student $50,093 6.8% Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $29,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
10	Montana Technological University	46548	89.9	1,020 – 1,230	15866	48356	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana Technological University Butte, MT Montana Technological University’s motto “De Re Metallica,” or “Of the metals,” pays homage to the school’s original name – the Montana School of Mines. The school’s seal features mining tools as well. The Orediggers wear green and copper, and athletes could be eligible for athletic scholarships. Endowment per Student $46,548 25.4% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,866 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,356
11	University of Idaho	44737	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	14377	42602	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Endowment per Student $44,737 1.3% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
12	Rocky Mountain College	43363	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Endowment per Student $43,363 7.8% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
13	The University of Montana	34503	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Endowment per Student $34,503 0.1% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
14	Northwest College	34347	0	--	9254	58542	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Northwest College Powell, WY Endowment per Student $34,347 11.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
15	Salish Kootenai College	34216	72.88	--	9551	28894	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Salish Kootenai College Pablo, MT Endowment per Student $34,216 0.4% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,894
16	University of Providence	27510	50.28	830 – 1,140	21175	37734	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 71% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $27,510 22.5% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
17	Blackfeet Community College	25932	74.49	--	4622	59213	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Blackfeet Community College Browning, MT Endowment per Student $25,932 35,916.7% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
18	Central Wyoming College	25306	90.15	--	10108	30833	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Central Wyoming College Riverton, WY Located in Riverton, Central Wyoming College’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 72% of students attending Central Wyoming College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 54%....Read more Endowment per Student $25,306 4.2% Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,833
19	Utah State University	24704	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15825	44822	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 78% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $24,704 3.9% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
20	Regis University	24684	86.39	1,090 – 1,310	25062	64557	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Regis University Denver, CO Regis University was originally in Las Vegas, Nevada, when it opened in 1877, with the apt name of Las Vegas College. It moved only 10 years later, and received its current name in 1991....Read more Endowment per Student $24,684 13.8% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,557
21	Northwest Nazarene University	24186	71.59	1,040 – 1,250	27291	45488	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID 99% of students receive grant aid to help them afford their education at Northwest Nazarene University. A NCAA Division II without football school, there are also athletic scholarships available, averaging $23,126 each. NNU has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 77% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $24,186 17.4% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $27,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,488
22	Stone Child College	22433	0	--	6359	50863	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Stone Child College Box Elder, MT Endowment per Student $22,433 19.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,863
23	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	21630	88.57	1,070 – 1,300	19828	49748	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Endowment per Student $21,630 7.6% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
24	Montana State University	18923	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Endowment per Student $18,923 12.0% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
25	Nazarene Bible College	18059	94	--	0	37119	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Nazarene Bible College Colorado Springs, CO Endowment per Student $18,059 13.5% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
26	Laramie County Community College	15152	100	890 – 1,110	7131	38656	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Laramie County Community College Cheyenne, WY Endowment per Student $15,152 11.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,656
27	University of Northern Colorado	14977	93.63	970 – 1,200	19115	43756	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 82% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,686 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Endowment per Student $14,977 24.8% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
28	Montana State University-Northern	12581	95.62	890 – 1,090	11789	45045	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 96% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 45% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $12,581 9.4% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
29	Western Wyoming Community College	11640	45.61	890 – 1,080	9799	58542	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Western Wyoming Community College Rock Springs, WY Endowment per Student $11,640 8.0% Acceptance Rate 45.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $9,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
30	Aaniiih Nakoda College	11415	72.64	--	10527	51849	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Aaniiih Nakoda College Harlem, MT Endowment per Student $11,415 6.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,849
31	Montana State University Billings	11312	99.91	930 – 1,140	13252	39531	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana State University Billings Billings, MT Based in Billings, Montana State University Billings accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Montana State University Billings currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Endowment per Student $11,312 10.9% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,531
32	Weber State University	11268	100	970 – 1,180	11572	47061	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Weber State University Ogden, UT Endowment per Student $11,268 8.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
33	Idaho State University	9836	83.96	--	12353	41377	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Located in Pocatello, Idaho State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 81% of students at Idaho State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $9,836 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
34	Morgan Community College	9238	99.14	--	9416	59213	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Morgan Community College Fort Morgan, CO Located in Fort Morgan, Morgan Community College accepts 99% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 34% of students at Morgan Community College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $9,238 2.1% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
35	College of Southern Idaho	8889	0	--	8482	54552	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID Endowment per Student $8,889 8.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
36	Boise Bible College	8746	96.43	810 – 1,110	14639	32662	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Boise Bible College Boise, ID Located in Boise, Boise Bible College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Boise Bible College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Endowment per Student $8,746 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 810 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,662
37	Boise State University	7869	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Endowment per Student $7,869 7.7% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
38	Colorado Mountain College	7387	75.38	--	6071	36307	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Based in Glenwood Springs, Colorado Mountain College’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 35% of students at Colorado Mountain College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $7,387 18.0% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
39	Ensign College	6712	37.87	--	11329	43320	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Ensign College Salt Lake City, UT Endowment per Student $6,712 37.2% Acceptance Rate 37.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,329 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,320
40	Colorado Mesa University	6664	98.29	920 – 1,180	15076	39223	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $6,664 17.2% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
41	Trinidad State College	5882	99.84	--	11323	36025	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Trinidad State College Trinidad, CO Based in Trinidad, Trinidad State College accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of students attending Trinidad State College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 60% and 0% of students will graduate in four......Read more Endowment per Student $5,882 19.5% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,025
42	The University of Montana-Western	5796	99.5	890 – 1,090	15726	37252	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $5,796 27.6% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
43	Fort Lewis College	5446	93.23	1,060 – 1,260	16074	36352	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 93% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $5,446 9.6% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
44	Lewis-Clark State College	5343	94.07	900 – 1,120	12508	42133	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Found in Lewiston, Lewis-Clark State College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Lewis-Clark State College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $5,343 12.3% Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,133
45	Colorado State University Pueblo	5116	98.21	880 – 1,120	14188	43053	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 98%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 86% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $5,116 7.4% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
46	Naropa University	4902	94	980 – 1,200	31491	21841	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Naropa University Boulder, CO Based in Boulder, Naropa University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Naropa University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $4,902 21.0% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $31,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,841
47	Snow College	4288	0	--	7258	34587	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Snow College Ephraim, UT Endowment per Student $4,288 4.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
48	Western Colorado University	3619	99.71	1,150 – 1,310	17709	40037	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 420 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular undergraduate major. Endowment per Student $3,619 2.0% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
49	Utah Valley University	3266	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 15% four year......Read more Endowment per Student $3,266 15.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
50	Southern Utah University	3161	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $3,161 6.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
51	Brigham Young University-Idaho	3100	96.95	1,030 – 1,210	7295	40447	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, ID Based in Rexburg, Brigham Young University-Idaho accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 36% of students attending Brigham Young University-Idaho will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Endowment per Student $3,100 13.8% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $7,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
52	Utah Tech University	2185	100	940 – 1,150	15488	37959	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $2,185 4.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
53	Metropolitan State University of Denver	2050	99.14	910 – 1,140	13727	45391	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $2,050 40.6% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
54	Aims Community College	1531	100	--	7651	39696	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Aims Community College Greeley, CO Endowment per Student $1,531 5.2% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
55	Colorado Christian University	1251	83.28	1,010 – 1,210	26770	41623	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Colorado Christian University has a first year retention rate - 84%%. Unlike many schools who use Latin in their mottos, CCU takes inspiration from the Greeks. “χαρις και αληθεια” translates to mean “Grace and Truth.” Mental Health Counseling/Counselor is a popular area of study. Endowment per Student $1,251 39.6% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,623
56	Pikes Peak State College	764	86.43	--	9311	35799	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Endowment per Student $764 41.7% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
57	New Saint Andrews College	561	83.89	1,160 – 1,360	16064	52440	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) New Saint Andrews College Moscow, ID Endowment per Student $561 159.7% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,440
58	Front Range Community College	190	100	--	9256	40548	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Located in Westminster, Front Range Community College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students attending Front Range Community College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $190 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,256 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,548
59	Adams State University	26	30.76	870 – 1,080	13800	38338	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 31% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 76% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and 20% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Endowment per Student $26 4.0% Acceptance Rate 30.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
60	Western Governors University	19	45.44	--	9555	69572	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Western Governors University Salt Lake City, UT Opening in 1997, Western Governors University is entirely online. It’s made up of four colleges – School of Business, School of Technology, School of Education, and the Leavitt School of Health. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study. Endowment per Student $19 0.0% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,572