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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest

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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	Rice University	845572	8	1,510 – 1,570	23589	79751	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Endowment per Student $845,572 3.6% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $23,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
2	Trinity University	625465	25.92	1,360 – 1,500	32224	55224	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Endowment per Student $625,465 5.1% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
3	University of Tulsa	417436	61.51	1,220 – 1,510	13095	54779	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Endowment per Student $417,436 0.5% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $13,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
4	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-El Paso	411435	0	--	0	59612	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-El Paso El Paso, TX Endowment per Student $411,435 1.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,612
5	University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center	314756	0	--	0	52216	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK Endowment per Student $314,756 11.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
6	The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	313217	80	--	0	73887	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Endowment per Student $313,217 1.2% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,887
7	The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	305792	0	--	0	82535	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX Endowment per Student $305,792 52.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,535
8	Texas A&M University-College Station	285421	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $285,421 2.7% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
9	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	285411	0	--	0	89371	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Endowment per Student $285,411 1.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,371
10	Southwestern University	250554	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Endowment per Student $250,554 2.2% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
11	Texas Christian University	210490	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	41848	60435	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 80% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 93% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, and General are the most common undergraduate majors. Endowment per Student $210,490 1.7% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
12	St. John's College	202146	53.15	1,300 – 1,480	25209	50918	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 93% of students receive institutional grants. Endowment per Student $202,146 7.0% Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $25,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,918
13	Southern Methodist University	196326	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	48179	65556	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Southern Methodist University is a private doctoral/research university that was founded in 1911. It also has a satellite campus in New Mexico. Alumni include Laura Bush, Powers Boothe, and Kathy Bates, as well as astronauts, scientists, politicians, and writers. 67% of students receive institutional grant aid. Endowment per Student $196,326 1.8% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $48,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
14	Abilene Christian University	165799	66.03	1,090 – 1,290	28760	46727	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Located in Abilene, Abilene Christian University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $165,799 7.7% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
15	Austin College	151759	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Endowment per Student $151,759 11.5% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
16	Hardin-Simmons University	142222	90	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $142,222 8.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
17	Oklahoma Baptist University	125361	49.41	970 – 1,080	23839	42581	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and its four year......Read more Endowment per Student $125,361 9.3% Acceptance Rate 49.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
18	The University of Texas at Austin	122531	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Endowment per Student $122,531 0.2% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
19	Howard Payne University	115432	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $115,432 27.5% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
20	St. Mary's University	111600	97.76	890 – 1,310	20412	44130	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 51 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Endowment per Student $111,600 3.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
21	Baylor University	104437	51.28	1,230 – 1,420	47001	56532	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 91% will stay on after they complete their first year. 81% graduate within six years. Endowment per Student $104,437 1.3% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $47,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
22	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	100108	57.71	1,050 – 1,260	16497	63721	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s acceptance rate is 58%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 40% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $100,108 1.1% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
23	Oklahoma City University	79857	77.02	1,070 – 1,280	24051	42312	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 77% acceptance rate, and 99% of enrolled students receive institutional aid. On the field, the Stars wear blue and white and are cheered on by their mascot, a ram named Starsky. A NAIA Division I school, the average athletic scholarship is $8,577. Endowment per Student $79,857 18.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
24	McMurry University	74890	57.04	960 – 1,170	20723	38647	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Endowment per Student $74,890 20.6% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
25	Criswell College	72023	100	1,090 – 1,150	5865	42026	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Criswell College Dallas, TX Criswell College was founded in 1970, originally named the Criswell Bible Institute. This Baptist Christian school offers up to Master's degree, and it has very small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 5 to 1. andGeneral Studies are commonly chosen undergraduate majors. Endowment per Student $72,023 10.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
26	Amberton University	68224	0	--	0	63721	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Amberton University Garland, TX Endowment per Student $68,224 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
27	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	64615	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Endowment per Student $64,615 4.1% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
28	Schreiner University	61797	88.2	970 – 1,170	22884	45527	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Endowment per Student $61,797 4.8% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
29	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	60232	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 28 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Endowment per Student $60,232 15.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
30	Texas Lutheran University	58785	95.71	1,050 – 1,250	25119	48125	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Endowment per Student $58,785 24.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
31	Parker University	58314	0	--	29928	44181	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Parker University Dallas, TX Endowment per Student $58,314 3.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,181
32	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	53192	30.23	--	0	84007	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Endowment per Student $53,192 8.1% Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,007
33	Wayland Baptist University	52624	55.96	900 – 1,120	20446	44159	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 45%....Read more Endowment per Student $52,624 29.0% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
34	University of Dallas	47583	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	29209	45950	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Endowment per Student $47,583 2.2% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
35	East Texas Baptist University	45187	57.76	930 – 1,120	25092	41759	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Endowment per Student $45,187 17.6% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $25,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
36	Saint Edward's University	45099	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Endowment per Student $45,099 9.3% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
37	University of St Thomas	41351	89.92	980 – 1,210	20599	49971	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. Endowment per Student $41,351 2.5% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
38	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	40824	97.47	780 – 1,010	15381	20816	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Found in Santa Fe, the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts......Read more Endowment per Student $40,824 16.1% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,381 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
39	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	38799	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Endowment per Student $38,799 8.7% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
40	Southwestern Adventist University	38227	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Endowment per Student $38,227 7.1% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
41	Texas Wesleyan University	36320	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Endowment per Student $36,320 9.7% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
42	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	36107	95.76	980 – 1,220	27651	48368	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $36,107 3.6% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $27,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
43	Houston Christian University	34446	84.44	990 – 1,190	21282	44595	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more Endowment per Student $34,446 1.3% Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
44	University of Houston	32917	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $32,917 9.6% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
45	University of the Incarnate Word	31206	98.14	910 – 1,150	23363	47625	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $31,206 5.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
46	The University of Texas at Dallas	29851	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	57249	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Endowment per Student $29,851 8.2% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
47	Angelo State University	29719	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $29,719 3.5% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
48	University of Arizona	28444	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Big Twelve Conference. Endowment per Student $28,444 0.0% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
49	Lubbock Christian University	27357	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $27,357 15.3% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
50	Langston University	27140	0	--	10496	29691	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Langston University Langston, OK Endowment per Student $27,140 1.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,691
51	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	26475	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $26,475 9.8% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
52	Our Lady of the Lake University	25610	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $25,610 24.5% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
53	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	25602	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Endowment per Student $25,602 0.5% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
54	Texas Tech University	25573	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Endowment per Student $25,573 0.3% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
55	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	25047	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41864	65391	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Endowment per Student $25,047 16.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
56	The University of Texas at Tyler	24083	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $24,083 3.2% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
57	Southern Nazarene University	23398	0	--	23295	48255	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Endowment per Student $23,398 5.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
58	Midwestern State University	23046	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $23,046 13.6% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
59	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	22481	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Endowment per Student $22,481 2.8% Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
60	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	20538	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Endowment per Student $20,538 8.9% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
61	Dallas Baptist University	20382	88.84	990 – 1,230	30057	45138	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Endowment per Student $20,382 2.6% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
62	Oklahoma Christian University	19910	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 99% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Endowment per Student $19,910 4.1% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
63	Huston-Tillotson University	19516	39.09	850 – 1,250	20355	38342	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 39% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Endowment per Student $19,516 10.5% Acceptance Rate 39.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
64	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	19014	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Endowment per Student $19,014 5.7% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
65	Concordia University Texas	18973	91.25	860 – 1,120	24723	48058	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Endowment per Student $18,973 29.8% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
66	The University of Texas at El Paso	18673	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Endowment per Student $18,673 0.1% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
67	Midland College	17210	0	--	5071	38470	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Midland College Midland, TX Endowment per Student $17,210 0.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
68	Jarvis Christian University	17102	0	--	9082	27077	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Endowment per Student $17,102 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
69	Sul Ross State University	16700	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $16,700 4.7% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
70	West Texas A & M University	16364	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Endowment per Student $16,364 7.7% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
71	The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center	16052	0	--	0	72924	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX Endowment per Student $16,052 24.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,924
72	Prairie View A & M University	15625	79.31	870 – 1,080	14448	36350	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 79% 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 students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Endowment per Student $15,625 1.9% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
73	The King's University	14962	60.64	870 – 1,130	13940	30883	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The King's University Southlake, TX Found in Southlake, The King's University accepts 61% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 36% of students attending The King's University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and 47% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Endowment per Student $14,962 25.5% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
74	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	14890	66.17	930 – 1,110	27312	55700	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $14,890 9.1% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
75	University of the Southwest	14525	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $14,525 15.6% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
76	The University of Texas Permian Basin	14326	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Endowment per Student $14,326 0.3% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
77	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	13566	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $13,566 518.3% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
78	Stephen F Austin State University	13433	93.99	970 – 1,180	14959	43144	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72%......Read more Endowment per Student $13,433 21.2% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
79	Texas A&M International University	13432	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Endowment per Student $13,432 4.0% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
80	LeTourneau University	13425	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	29799	51058	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Endowment per Student $13,425 12.2% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
81	East Central University	13422	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Endowment per Student $13,422 13.6% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
82	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	13228	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $13,228 72.3% Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
83	Western New Mexico University	13038	0	--	9477	31166	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Endowment per Student $13,038 114.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
84	Texas Southern University	12848	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Endowment per Student $12,848 11.0% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
85	Texas College	12828	0	--	10958	27901	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas College Tyler, TX Endowment per Student $12,828 14.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
86	Oral Roberts University	11355	98.9	1,120 – 1,310	25808	39112	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Based in Tulsa, Oral Roberts University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 52% of students will......Read more Endowment per Student $11,355 8.8% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
87	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	11343	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Endowment per Student $11,343 7.3% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
88	Tyler Junior College	10882	0	--	9292	33789	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Endowment per Student $10,882 3.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
89	Lamar University	10796	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $10,796 2.0% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
90	Texas State University	10749	89.32	990 – 1,210	15716	46716	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Endowment per Student $10,749 2.9% Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
91	Wiley University	10560	0	--	7149	28078	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Wiley University Marshall, TX Wiley University opened in 1873, became Wiley College in 1929, and began offering Master’s degrees again in 2024. Two commonly chosen undergraduate majors are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Endowment per Student $10,560 10.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
92	Navajo Technical University	9703	0	--	5301	23280	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Endowment per Student $9,703 3.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,280
93	The University of Texas at San Antonio	9698	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Endowment per Student $9,698 4.1% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
94	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	9262	100	930 – 1,140	14410	42896	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $9,262 9.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
95	Northern Arizona University	9071	89.61	990 – 1,190	16371	47308	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Information Technology, though there are 176 degree programs available. 98% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,702 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Endowment per Student $9,071 5.7% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
96	Sam Houston State University	9011	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $9,011 9.8% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
97	Cameron University	8989	0	--	11320	33447	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Cameron University Lawton, OK Endowment per Student $8,989 2.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
98	Nelson University	8692	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Endowment per Student $8,692 5.8% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
99	Texas Woman's University	8333	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $8,333 16.2% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
100	Paul Quinn College	7977	40.28	840 – 990	12709	27021	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 40% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $7,977 14.7% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 840 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
101	Brazosport College	7856	0	--	11311	37347	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Brazosport College Lake Jackson, TX Endowment per Student $7,856 7.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,347
102	University of Houston-Victoria	7801	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $7,801 12.3% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
103	Tarleton State University	7320	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Endowment per Student $7,320 9.1% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
104	Rogers State University	7189	81.84	890 – 970	15314	39324	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 15% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $7,189 0.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $15,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
105	Southwestern Christian University	7169	62.06	900 – 1,050	20528	34574	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southwestern Christian University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southwestern Christian University accepts 62% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $7,169 13.6% Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $20,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,574
106	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	7060	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Endowment per Student $7,060 2.2% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
107	Grayson College	6963	0	--	6724	36417	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Grayson College Denison, TX Endowment per Student $6,963 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,417
108	Del Mar College	6885	0	--	3593	32526	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Endowment per Student $6,885 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,526
109	University of North Texas	6779	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Endowment per Student $6,779 8.1% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
110	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	6635	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	40734	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Endowment per Student $6,635 3.2% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
111	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	6203	88.97	890 – 1,130	10719	32960	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $7,305 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Endowment per Student $6,203 64.0% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
112	University of Houston-Clear Lake	5937	90.52	980 – 1,160	14059	52098	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 91% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $5,937 13.7% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
113	University of Central Oklahoma	5641	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Endowment per Student $5,641 5.7% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
114	University of Houston-Downtown	5489	89.96	940 – 1,110	10832	49120	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $5,489 3.4% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
115	Yavapai College	5377	0	--	8929	35028	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Endowment per Student $5,377 13.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
116	The University of Texas at Arlington	5321	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $5,321 0.1% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
117	Dine College	5180	0	--	5916	23195	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Dine College Tsaile, AZ Endowment per Student $5,180 22.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,195
118	Northeastern State University	5066	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $5,066 4.4% Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
119	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	4839	94.19	870 – 1,090	5282	35812	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Endowment per Student $4,839 2.5% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
120	New Mexico Highlands University	4739	0	--	11062	38952	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Endowment per Student $4,739 12.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
121	East Texas A&M University	4243	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $4,243 3.1% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
122	Cochise County Community College District	4174	0	--	8247	33836	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista, AZ Endowment per Student $4,174 18.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,836
123	Odessa College	4155	0	--	7371	34867	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Odessa College Odessa, TX Endowment per Student $4,155 17.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
124	Randall University	3119	57.86	890 – 1,040	19928	41012	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Randall University Moore, OK Based in Moore, Randall University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 8% of......Read more Endowment per Student $3,119 20.6% Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
125	Prescott College	2954	94.51	1,020 – 1,260	23377	33539	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued their studies at......Read more Endowment per Student $2,954 25.9% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
126	Weatherford College	2908	0	--	9086	36014	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Endowment per Student $2,908 5.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
127	Trinity Valley Community College	2670	0	--	5015	59213	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Endowment per Student $2,670 19.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
128	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	2416	0	--	10869	44523	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Endowment per Student $2,416 5.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
129	San Jacinto Community College	2016	0	--	12397	59213	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Endowment per Student $2,016 5.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
130	Texas A&M University-Central Texas	1964	100	--	1794	50382	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, TX Endowment per Student $1,964 3.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,382
131	Dallas Christian College	1952	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $1,952 14.3% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
132	Mid-America Christian University	1951	91.76	930 – 1,010	17585	39265	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City, OK Based in Oklahoma City, Mid-America Christian University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 73% of students attending Mid-America Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $1,951 17.2% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
133	Alvin Community College	1290	0	--	9268	38693	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Endowment per Student $1,290 11.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
134	Navarro College	997	0	--	11647	59213	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Navarro College Corsicana, TX Endowment per Student $997 0.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
135	College of the Mainland	895	0	--	3252	59213	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Endowment per Student $895 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
136	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	831	0	--	672	33366	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Endowment per Student $831 63.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
137	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	794	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $794 0.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
138	Collin County Community College District	638	0	--	6970	38984	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Endowment per Student $638 1.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
139	Austin Community College District	617	0	--	5466	38647	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Austin Community College District Austin, TX Endowment per Student $617 4.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
140	Lone Star College System	472	0	--	11686	32889	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Endowment per Student $472 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,889
141	Arizona Christian University	454	70.62	920 – 1,160	32514	39524	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Endowment per Student $454 7.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $32,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
142	University of North Texas at Dallas	377	84.45	850 – 1,100	7586	51716	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, the University of North Texas at Dallas accepts 84% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending the University of North Texas at Dallas will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year graduation......Read more Endowment per Student $377 5.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
143	Houston Community College	349	0	--	5734	31319	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Houston Community College Houston, TX Endowment per Student $349 4.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
144	Eastern Arizona College	325	0	--	9400	33246	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Eastern Arizona College Thatcher, AZ Endowment per Student $325 89.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,246
145	Laredo College	316	0	--	5363	27435	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Laredo College Laredo, TX Endowment per Student $316 32.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
146	Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City	67	0	--	6926	50742	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK Endowment per Student $67 11.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,742
147	South Texas College	18	0	--	1844	28239	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest South Texas College McAllen, TX Endowment per Student $18 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
148	Murray State College	14	0	--	12844	33903	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Murray State College Tishomingo, OK Endowment per Student $14 17.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,903
149	Northland Pioneer College	14	0	--	9817	29631	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – Southwest Northland Pioneer College Holbrook, AZ Endowment per Student $14 75.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,631