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Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist

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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	Emory University	866744	10.65	1,460 – 1,550	27303	74980	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Endowment per Student $866,744 7.9% Acceptance Rate 10.7% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
2	Duke University	810994	5.71	1,500 – 1,560	21981	85792	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Endowment per Student $810,994 2.8% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $21,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
3	Southwestern University	268257	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $268,257 6.4% 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
4	Wofford College	239904	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 91% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Endowment per Student $239,904 8.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
5	Alaska Pacific University	239165	96.45	870 – 1,160	21960	47803	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Endowment per Student $239,165 13.7% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $21,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
6	Allegheny College	219480	54.57	1,190 – 1,370	26420	45603	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $219,480 17.6% Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
7	Hendrix College	209871	55.65	1,140 – 1,400	24699	39913	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $26,884. There are 27 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. Endowment per Student $209,871 17.9% Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
8	Southern Methodist University	209865	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	48179	65556	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $209,865 8.7% 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
9	Ohio Wesleyan University	207478	55.6	1,180 – 1,390	23006	42495	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Endowment per Student $207,478 8.3% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $23,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
10	Centenary College of Louisiana	206648	55.74	1,050 – 1,210	25953	42821	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life. Many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Endowment per Student $206,648 7.0% Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
11	Millsaps College	184118	43.12	1,080 – 1,300	27737	46137	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Millsaps College Jackson, MS Millsaps College was founded in 1890 and has produced well-known actors, poets, professors, politicians, and athletes. “The Bowl” is the home of Homecoming activities, concerts, and events on campus. The college’s motto is “In pursuit of excellence” (Ad Excellentiam) and it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Endowment per Student $184,118 29.9% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
12	Lycoming College	173295	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 55% 4-year graduation rate. Endowment per Student $173,295 8.6% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
13	Randolph-Macon College	146679	86.61	990 – 1,230	28912	48067	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates. Many opt to major in Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. Endowment per Student $146,679 0.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
14	Young Harris College	126502	62.64	930 – 1,190	21969	36389	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Young Harris College Young Harris, GA Located in Young Harris, Young Harris College accepts 63% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Endowment per Student $126,502 11.1% Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,389
15	Rust College	122503	48.67	860 – 1,030	12037	25641	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Rust College Holly Springs, MS Based in Holly Springs, Rust College accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at Rust College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $122,503 43.1% Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $12,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,641
16	Wesleyan College	109510	59.1	990 – 1,140	12837	35630	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Wesleyan College Macon, GA Found in Macon, Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 59% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Wesleyan College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $109,510 9.2% Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,630
17	LaGrange College	99742	62.09	1,000 – 1,150	21139	46599	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist LaGrange College Lagrange, GA Found in Lagrange, LaGrange College accepts 62% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending LaGrange College will receive institutional grant aid. At LaGrange College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 45% of students will earn their degree......Read more Endowment per Student $99,742 10.7% Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,599
18	American University	95513	61.96	1,300 – 1,460	39676	61328	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 62% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 66% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more Endowment per Student $95,513 21.2% Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,676 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
19	West Virginia Wesleyan College	91621	93.34	900 – 1,160	19218	42672	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Endowment per Student $91,621 3.9% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
20	Bennett College	90278	50.66	820 – 1,060	26990	23153	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Bennett College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Bennett College accepts 51% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 67% of students at Bennett College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $90,278 8.2% Acceptance Rate 50.7% SAT Score 820 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $26,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,153
21	University of Evansville	88733	77.6	1,070 – 1,280	18773	46734	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Endowment per Student $88,733 7.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
22	Dillard University	88562	41.86	970 – 1,140	21842	28507	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Dillard University New Orleans, LA A highly selective school, Dillard University has an 6% yield. While Dillard opened in 1930, it has roots dating back to 1868. The school motto is “Ex Fide, Fortis,” which means “Strong Through Faith.” It’s affiliated with both the United Methodist Church and United Church of Christ. Endowment per Student $88,562 11.9% Acceptance Rate 41.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,507
23	Cornell College	88023	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Endowment per Student $88,023 8.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
24	Ohio Northern University	86165	74.4	1,180 – 1,360	25941	62686	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Law are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Endowment per Student $86,165 7.5% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
25	Virginia Wesleyan University	84363	72.87	1,190 – 1,350	21267	39200	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach, VA Found in Virginia Beach, Virginia Wesleyan University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Endowment per Student $84,363 23.6% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,200
26	McMurry University	80538	57.04	960 – 1,170	20723	38647	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $80,538 16.4% 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
27	Emory & Henry University	78616	83.65	1,050 – 1,240	21446	39448	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Emory & Henry University Emory, VA Found in Emory, Emory & Henry University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $78,616 3.9% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,448
28	Oklahoma City University	76784	77.02	1,070 – 1,280	24051	42312	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $76,784 12.9% 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
29	Simpson College	71747	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Endowment per Student $71,747 4.5% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
30	Huntingdon College	70731	69.49	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $70,731 3.4% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
31	Ferrum College	69705	88.98	880 – 1,100	20082	36418	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 89% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $69,705 1.9% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $20,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
32	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	63937	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $63,937 9.8% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
33	Hamline University	63621	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $63,621 21.3% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
34	Drew University	63261	67.83	1,110 – 1,350	28425	47562	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Drew University Madison, NJ Based in Madison, Drew University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Drew University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 88% of students continued their studies......Read more Endowment per Student $63,261 2.0% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,562
35	Otterbein University	59361	84.53	1,110 – 1,310	20457	44539	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Endowment per Student $59,361 9.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
36	Dakota Wesleyan University	55556	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Endowment per Student $55,556 11.8% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
37	Lebanon Valley College	51586	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	27995	54021	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Endowment per Student $51,586 12.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
38	Kansas Wesleyan University	51035	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $51,035 3.1% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
39	Kentucky Wesleyan College	50867	71.6	890 – 1,140	20999	35895	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 53% first year retention rate and around 41% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Endowment per Student $50,867 1.7% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
40	Brevard College	47518	42.16	890 – 1,240	26930	34401	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 98% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $47,518 2.5% Acceptance Rate 42.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
41	North Central College	47161	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Endowment per Student $47,161 1.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
42	Andrew College	43239	45.73	980 – 1,130	21709	30337	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Andrew College Cuthbert, GA Based in Cuthbert, Andrew College’s acceptance rate is 46%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 97% of students attending Andrew College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $43,239 9.1% Acceptance Rate 45.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,337
43	Florida Southern College	42885	64.42	1,180 – 1,350	29384	47749	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 64% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Endowment per Student $42,885 23.3% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
44	Texas Wesleyan University	40612	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $40,612 5.6% 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
45	Claflin University	40163	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Endowment per Student $40,163 1.9% Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
46	Reinhardt University	39395	61.54	970 – 1,170	24550	40411	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 31% of students will earn a degree......Read more Endowment per Student $39,395 3.0% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
47	Paine College	39188	95.43	820 – 1,000	15935	25240	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Paine College Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Paine College accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 99% of students at Paine College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $39,188 3.5% Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 820 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $15,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,240
48	Morningside University	38852	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Endowment per Student $38,852 18.0% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
49	Nebraska Wesleyan University	37813	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Endowment per Student $37,813 9.7% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
50	Baker University	35449	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Endowment per Student $35,449 4.4% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
51	Greensboro College	34599	70.14	900 – 1,110	18730	36462	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $34,599 1.8% Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
52	Adrian College	33242	72.53	920 – 1,170	25922	42805	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $33,242 13.6% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,922 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
53	University of Indianapolis	32848	66.5	970 – 1,190	22662	46452	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $32,848 21.3% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
54	Albright College	32277	76.33	950 – 1,150	20587	45391	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Endowment per Student $32,277 7.0% Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
55	Methodist University	31160	75.14	1,100 – 1,270	26334	40540	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 65% of students decide to stay at......Read more Endowment per Student $31,160 3.7% Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
56	Clark Atlanta University	29981	64.22	890 – 1,090	31223	28097	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Endowment per Student $29,981 5.6% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $31,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
57	Union Commonwealth University	29017	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 23% of......Read more Endowment per Student $29,017 10.8% Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
58	High Point University	28920	75.31	1,150 – 1,390	43086	50955	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 64% of......Read more Endowment per Student $28,920 17.3% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
59	Southwestern College	28502	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $28,502 4.1% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
60	Spartanburg Methodist College	27838	78.16	840 – 1,020	14799	33427	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Spartanburg Methodist College Spartanburg, SC Endowment per Student $27,838 19.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $14,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,427
61	Shenandoah University	23877	76.95	1,010 – 1,240	27181	48167	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Endowment per Student $23,877 9.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
62	Pfeiffer University	23491	96.03	800 – 1,080	19660	44621	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Endowment per Student $23,491 37.3% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
63	McKendree University	21540	71.72	920 – 1,300	22444	49439	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Endowment per Student $21,540 2.9% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
64	Philander Smith University	16901	68	870 – 1,040	14082	25254	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Philander Smith University Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Philander Smith University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 85% of students attending Philander Smith University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Endowment per Student $16,901 9.7% Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,254
65	Bethune-Cookman University	16300	88.24	830 – 990	12476	28282	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Found in Daytona Beach, Bethune-Cookman University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending Bethune-Cookman University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $16,300 19.8% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
66	Tennessee Wesleyan University	16274	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Endowment per Student $16,274 10.3% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
67	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	13755	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Endowment per Student $13,755 9.0% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
68	Columbia College	13670	93.93	830 – 1,070	18790	45863	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Columbia College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 94%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of students at Columbia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Columbia College, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 48% of......Read more Endowment per Student $13,670 13.9% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,863
69	Centenary University	13102	83.08	970 – 1,170	22640	46049	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ Centenary University was originally founded in 1867 as a preparatory school. Today, the school is known for being a non-selective university, with an acceptance rate of 83%. Of attending students 78% stay after the first year and 54% will graduate within 4 years....Read more Endowment per Student $13,102 3.8% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,049
70	Lindsey Wilson College	10810	0	--	16374	34861	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Endowment per Student $10,810 8.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
71	Wiley University	10434	0	--	7149	28078	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist 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 $10,434 12.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
72	North Carolina Wesleyan University	9612	80.23	860 – 1,100	18472	38939	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Largest Endowment Per Student – United Methodist North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Endowment per Student $9,612 3.5% Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $18,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939