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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains

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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	386588	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	36123	47611	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $386,588 7.6% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $36,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
2	The College of Idaho	108015	49.1	1,080 – 1,300	21686	42097	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 Doctor'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 $108,015 7.3% Acceptance Rate 49.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,097
3	University of Denver	96620	77.81	1,270 – 1,430	45451	57118	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 89%. DU’s motto is “Pro Scientia et Religione,” or “For Knowledge and Spirit.” Endowment per Student $96,620 0.8% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $45,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,118
4	University of Wyoming	83310	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $83,310 5.6% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
5	Brigham Young University	80081	67.78	1,310 – 1,440	16694	58450	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Brigham Young University Provo, UT Management Science 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. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Endowment per Student $80,081 14.3% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $16,694 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
6	Westminster University	69111	66.57	1,130 – 1,340	26844	52994	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $69,111 3.3% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,994
7	Carroll College	59019	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	25575	43507	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $59,019 0.7% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $25,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
8	University of Utah	50713	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $50,713 12.4% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
9	Colorado School of Mines	49334	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $49,334 7.5% Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
10	Montana Technological University	46485	91.05	1,020 – 1,220	16665	48356	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $46,485 20.1% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,356
11	Rocky Mountain College	46070	69.61	970 – 1,180	20791	41783	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $46,070 16.3% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,791 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
12	University of Idaho	43476	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	15111	42602	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $43,476 3.3% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
13	Northwest College	34196	0	--	10044	58542	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Northwest College Powell, WY Endowment per Student $34,196 14.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
14	Salish Kootenai College	33200	0	--	6771	28894	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Salish Kootenai College Pablo, MT Endowment per Student $33,200 5.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,894
15	The University of Montana	33184	95.86	1,140 – 1,310	17370	35729	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $33,184 3.4% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
16	University of Providence	29646	50.28	850 – 1,140	16598	37734	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 72% first year......Read more Endowment per Student $29,646 10.2% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
17	Regis University	26405	86.46	1,110 – 1,340	21618	64557	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $26,405 8.9% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,557
18	Stone Child College	25563	0	--	4317	11860	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Stone Child College Box Elder, MT Endowment per Student $25,563 16.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $11,860
19	Blackfeet Community College	24963	0	--	0	59213	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Blackfeet Community College Browning, MT Endowment per Student $24,963 31,903.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
20	Utah State University	24670	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15788	44822	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 73% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $24,670 4.2% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
21	Central Wyoming College	23636	0	--	8283	30833	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Central Wyoming College Riverton, WY Endowment per Student $23,636 1.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,833
22	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	21282	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $21,282 7.3% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
23	Northwest Nazarene University	21051	64.74	1,020 – 1,250	30178	45488	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $25,146 each. NNU has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 77% first year retention rate. Endowment per Student $21,051 1.9% Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,488
24	Nazarene Bible College	18682	48.07	--	0	37119	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Nazarene Bible College Colorado Springs, CO Endowment per Student $18,682 3.0% Acceptance Rate 48.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
25	Montana State University	18647	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $18,647 12.6% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
26	University of Northern Colorado	15648	85.85	970 – 1,200	19376	43756	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 93% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,393 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Endowment per Student $15,648 16.2% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
27	Laramie County Community College	13682	0	--	7113	38656	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Laramie County Community College Cheyenne, WY Endowment per Student $13,682 18.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,656
28	Montana State University-Northern	13643	100	890 – 1,090	9961	45045	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 100% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $13,643 21.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
29	Aaniiih Nakoda College	12246	0	--	6933	19990	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Aaniiih Nakoda College Harlem, MT Endowment per Student $12,246 11.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,990
30	Western Wyoming Community College	11537	0	--	8913	38726	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Western Wyoming Community College Rock Springs, WY Endowment per Student $11,537 2.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,726
31	Montana State University Billings	11403	99.47	1,000 – 1,180	15018	39531	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Montana State University Billings Billings, MT Based in Billings, Montana State University Billings accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students at Montana State University Billings currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Endowment per Student $11,403 9.7% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,531
32	Weber State University	10941	0	--	11333	47061	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Weber State University Ogden, UT Endowment per Student $10,941 5.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
33	Morgan Community College	9655	0	--	10222	59213	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Morgan Community College Fort Morgan, CO Endowment per Student $9,655 15.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
34	Idaho State University	9394	0	--	12174	41377	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Endowment per Student $9,394 7.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
35	Boise Bible College	9074	90.48	950 – 1,200	17643	32662	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Boise Bible College Boise, ID Located in Boise, Boise Bible College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students attending Boise Bible College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more Endowment per Student $9,074 7.9% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,662
36	College of Southern Idaho	8255	0	--	7576	58542	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID Endowment per Student $8,255 3.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
37	Boise State University	7703	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Endowment per Student $7,703 5.8% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
38	Colorado Mountain College	6876	0	--	7631	36307	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Endowment per Student $6,876 11.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
39	Colorado Mesa University	6557	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $6,557 15.9% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
40	The University of Montana-Western	5983	99.78	890 – 1,090	16745	37252	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $5,983 25.8% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
41	Trinidad State College	5909	0	--	12198	59213	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Trinidad State College Trinidad, CO Endowment per Student $5,909 14.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
42	Ensign College	5616	0	--	12505	43320	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Ensign College Salt Lake City, UT Endowment per Student $5,616 27.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,505 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,320
43	Fort Lewis College	5363	77.3	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $5,363 3.4% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
44	Lewis-Clark State College	5314	87.69	850 – 1,110	15917	42133	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Found in Lewiston, Lewis-Clark State College’s acceptance rate is 88%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Lewis-Clark State College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $5,314 10.5% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,133
45	Colorado State University Pueblo	4963	94.9	1,010 – 1,240	13079	43053	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 83% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $4,963 1.4% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,079 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
46	Naropa University	4923	100	980 – 1,200	27873	21841	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Naropa University Boulder, CO Based in Boulder, Naropa University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Naropa University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $4,923 37.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $27,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,841
47	Snow College	4472	0	--	5626	34587	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Snow College Ephraim, UT Endowment per Student $4,472 2.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
48	Western Colorado University	3640	99.71	1,150 – 1,310	17711	40037	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 420 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular undergraduate major. Endowment per Student $3,640 1.5% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,711 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
49	Utah Valley University	3108	0	--	8721	46825	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Utah Valley University Orem, UT Endowment per Student $3,108 11.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
50	Brigham Young University-Idaho	3059	95.75	1,010 – 1,230	8528	40447	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, ID Based in Rexburg, Brigham Young University-Idaho accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending Brigham Young University-Idaho will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $3,059 19.4% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $8,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
51	Southern Utah University	2916	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $2,916 0.3% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
52	Utah Tech University	2037	0	--	17598	37959	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Endowment per Student $2,037 1.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
53	Metropolitan State University of Denver	2017	98.8	890 – 1,140	14584	45391	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 38% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $2,017 32.1% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
54	Aims Community College	1458	0	--	8384	39696	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Aims Community College Greeley, CO Endowment per Student $1,458 8.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
55	Colorado Christian University	1214	97.64	1,010 – 1,210	30940	41623	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $1,214 43.2% Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $30,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,623
56	Pikes Peak State College	739	0	--	5609	35799	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Endowment per Student $739 43.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
57	New Saint Andrews College	486	83.89	1,150 – 1,370	16692	52440	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains New Saint Andrews College Moscow, ID Based in Moscow, New Saint Andrews College’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At New Saint Andrews College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 64% of students will earn their degree......Read more Endowment per Student $486 174.6% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $16,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,440
58	Front Range Community College	173	0	--	12014	40548	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Endowment per Student $173 6.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,548
59	Adams State University	22	99.18	890 – 1,170	13340	38338	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 82% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 51% and 21% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Endowment per Student $22 15.4% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
60	Western Governors University	15	45.44	--	11328	69572	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Rocky Mountains 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 $15 0.0% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,572