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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges

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First-year retention rates measure the percentage of first-year students who come back to campus for a second year. This is an indicator of how happy students are generally with their decision to attend that institution as less students decide to drop out or transfer to another school.

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Rank	Institution	First Year Retention Rate	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Central Ohio Technical College	100	62.82	--	9115	37165	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Central Ohio Technical College Newark, OH Located in Newark, Central Ohio Technical College’s acceptance rate is 63% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 42% of students at Central Ohio Technical College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,165
2	Charter Oak State College	100	0	--	15815	53779	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Charter Oak State College New Britain, CT First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,779
3	Clark State College	100	100	--	11860	32341	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Clark State College Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Clark State College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $15 for undergraduate applications. About 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $1,483 on average. At Clark State College, there is a 100% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,341
4	College of Southern Idaho	100	0	--	7576	35642	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,642
5	Ilisagvik College	100	100	--	9373	31396	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ilisagvik College Barrow, AK Found in Barrow, Ilisagvik College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at Ilisagvik College currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 0% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,396
6	Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University	100	100	--	7368	18027	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University Hayward, WI Found in Hayward, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,027
7	Rio Hondo College	100	100	--	16449	35115	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Located in Whittier, Rio Hondo College accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending Rio Hondo College will receive institutional grant aid. At Rio Hondo College, there is a 100% first year retention rate and 0% of students will earn their degree in four years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,115
8	Shasta College	100	0	--	7289	59213	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Shasta College Redding, CA First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
9	Sinte Gleska University	100	100	--	6768	15889	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Located in Mission, Sinte Gleska University accepts 100% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Sinte Gleska University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
10	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	97.48	16.42	1,390 – 1,530	17574	73762	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 45% of accepted students decide to attend. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
11	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	97.3	13.34	1,390 – 1,550	15918	89432	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
12	The University of Texas at Austin	97.09	22.22	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
13	University of California-Berkeley	97.03	11.45	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 97% first year retention rate, 81% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
14	University of Virginia-Main Campus	97.02	15.65	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 15.7% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
15	United States Air Force Academy	97	14.09	1,240 – 1,450	0	63721	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO Students who complete the United States Air Force Academy’s four year program receive commissions as second lieutenants along with their bachelor’s degrees. The USAFA is extremely selective, and 78% of accepted students enroll. With a 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, it also boasts a very high first year retention rate of 97%. First Year Retention Rate 97 % Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
16	United States Coast Guard Academy	97	20.6	1,240 – 1,400	0	63721	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges United States Coast Guard Academy New London, CT “Scientiæ Cedit Mare,” or “the sea yields to knowledge,” is the motto of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Founded in 1876, it’s the smallest of the five service academies. The most popular majors are Political Science and Government, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Civil Engineering, and General. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
17	United States Naval Academy	97	9.27	1,210 – 1,410	0	63721	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD A public undergraduate school, the United States Naval Academy’s motto, in Latin, is “Ex Scientia Tridens,” or “From Knowledge, Seapower.” It was established in 1845 and saw disruption and riots during the Civil War that almost caused the government to move the school. Today, it has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 97 % Acceptance Rate 9.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
18	University of California-Los Angeles	97	9.41	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 9.4% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
19	University of Florida	97	20.33	1,340 – 1,480	11936	56398	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 555 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 20.3% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
20	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	96.7	16.72	1,360 – 1,520	10154	57057	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 16.7% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
21	Florida State University	96.6	23.83	1,310 – 1,430	15815	49814	#21 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 23.8% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
22	University of Maryland-College Park	96.6	45.03	1,400 – 1,540	16581	67785	#22 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 45.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
23	University of Wisconsin-Madison	96.3	40.81	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#23 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 40.8% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
24	William & Mary	95.34	36.96	1,400 – 1,520	19686	62959	#24 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $19,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
25	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	95.33	36.59	1,400 – 1,530	13973	64802	#25 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 74% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 36.6% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
26	United States Military Academy	95	11.61	1,240 – 1,450	0	63721	#26 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges United States Military Academy West Point, NY The United States Military Academy, also known as West Point or the Academy, accepts just 12% of applicants. 75% of these accepted students will go on to attend. Their motto is “Duty • Honor • Country.” The entire site of West Point is a national landmark and is home to historic sites, a museum, and more. First Year Retention Rate 95 % Acceptance Rate 11.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
27	University of Florida-Online	95	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#27 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 61% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 95%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 95 % Acceptance Rate 61.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $10,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
28	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	95	41.75	1,320 – 1,520	11784	62979	#28 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. First Year Retention Rate 95 % Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
29	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	94.83	29.96	1,250 – 1,450	17453	72358	#29 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
30	Auburn University	94.7	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#30 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 95 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $25,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
31	University of California-San Diego	94.7	28.56	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#31 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
32	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	94.7	54.57	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#32 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." First Year Retention Rate 95 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $24,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
33	Texas A&M University-College Station	94.31	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#33 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
34	North Carolina State University	94	39.54	1,310 – 1,440	15522	57623	#34 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 94% first year retention rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
35	University of Georgia	93.58	34.25	1,260 – 1,450	16662	57565	#35 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. First Year Retention Rate 94 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 34.3% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
36	Clemson University	93.5	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#36 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $25,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
37	University of California-Santa Barbara	93.48	38.2	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#37 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An highly selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
38	University of California-Irvine	93.4	28.95	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#38 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 29.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
39	University of Central Florida	93.3	42.8	1,210 – 1,370	13351	47137	#39 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 43% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $13,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
40	Colorado School of Mines	93	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#40 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
41	Ohio State University-Main Campus	93	49.2	1,290 – 1,450	19783	51438	#41 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 956 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 49.2% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
42	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	93	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#42 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
43	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	93	29.97	1,130 – 1,360	13140	24537	#43 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 30% of applicants. 56% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 93% first year retention rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $13,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
44	University of California-Davis	92.9	44.35	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#44 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
45	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	92.6	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#45 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 70% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
46	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	92.5	59.45	1,290 – 1,460	25223	54240	#46 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 38,500 of applicants and 15% of these students enrolled. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
47	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	92.43	43.58	1,250 – 1,400	21648	47782	#47 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 44% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
48	Purdue University-Main Campus	92.37	43.43	1,240 – 1,500	13722	60838	#48 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
49	University of South Carolina-Columbia	92.32	56.51	1,210 – 1,390	24488	50621	#49 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Columbia, or USC, is the flagship campus of the eight-school University of South Carolina system. There are 16 schools and colleges that make up the institution, with 164 undergraduate majors to choose from. Public Health, General is a popular area of study....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
50	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	92.3	59.89	1,330 – 1,500	22948	60347	#50 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 81% graduate in six years. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
51	University of Connecticut	92	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#51 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 92% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Economics, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. First Year Retention Rate 92 % Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $25,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
52	University of Delaware	92	69.24	1,210 – 1,400	19139	58846	#52 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Conference USA. First Year Retention Rate 92 % Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
53	Florida International University	91.68	60.85	1,080 – 1,280	11178	47768	#53 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
54	James Madison University	91.36	68.79	1,170 – 1,350	18856	57438	#54 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 69% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 27% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 91% and 63% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 68.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
55	San Diego State University	91	37.41	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#55 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 37%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 37.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
56	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	91	78.87	1,250 – 1,440	17209	57984	#56 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
57	University of South Florida	91	40.71	1,170 – 1,340	11579	48328	#57 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 41% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 40.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $11,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
58	University of Iowa	90.9	79.9	1,090 – 1,320	21765	52696	#58 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
59	Michigan State University	90.5	83.24	1,100 – 1,330	23657	55084	#59 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
60	The University of Texas at Dallas	90.49	69.09	1,170 – 1,410	14916	57249	#60 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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.” 23,000 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). First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
61	Indiana University-Bloomington	90.4	75.89	1,230 – 1,430	17270	53417	#61 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 90% first year retention rate. 80% of students graduate in six years. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
62	University of Missouri-Columbia	90.4	76.13	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#62 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
63	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	90.39	18.65	1,040 – 1,190	13819	36153	#63 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 18.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
64	Massachusetts College of Art and Design	90.2	83.11	990 – 1,180	24864	27090	#64 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA Found in Boston, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,090
65	University of Colorado Boulder	90	78.09	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#65 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
66	Miami University-Oxford	89.99	74	1,200 – 1,370	28229	49773	#66 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
67	Binghamton University	89.98	37.31	1,330 – 1,500	18877	61621	#67 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Soccer, and Lacrosse. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 37.3% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
68	University of California-Santa Cruz	89.8	72.73	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#68 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 73% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 89% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $18,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
69	The College of New Jersey	89.7	61.48	1,140 – 1,350	25580	62649	#69 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 89%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
70	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	89.4	49.04	1,310 – 1,450	4326	61542	#70 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY One of the oldest schools in the CUNY system, Baruch College was originally the The City College of New York's School of Business and Civic Administration when it opened in 1919. It became its own college in 1968, and many students today still major in business. Two popular programs include Finance, General, and Accounting. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
71	Stony Brook University	89.36	48.18	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#71 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Stony Brook University is a flagship school of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. It has student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1, with a first year retention rate of 89%. A NCAA Division I-FCS school in the Colonial Athletic Association, SBU has 449 student-athletes, known as the Seawolves. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
72	University of Vermont	89.36	73.04	1,300 – 1,450	20084	48164	#72 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 73% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $55 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $20,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
73	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	89.1	73.95	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#73 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, is located within the Los Angeles metropolitan area and bordered by the San Gabriel Mountains to the north. Students can find the 77-acre Voorhis Ecological Reserve in the northwestern part of the campus....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
74	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	89.1	77.62	1,140 – 1,310	18574	52216	#74 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 89%. 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. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
75	Iowa State University	89.09	87.93	1,100 – 1,330	17779	53873	#75 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 89% first year retention rate, and 57% 4-year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
76	New Jersey Institute of Technology	89	67.37	1,230 – 1,450	17313	69591	#76 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ The New Jersey Institute of Technology has a first year retention rate of 89%, with many undergraduates majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General. Awarding up to Doctor's degrees, it’s an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander- and Hispanic-serving institution. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $17,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
77	University of Maine at Fort Kent	89	49.12	1,080 – 1,080	8601	61217	#77 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent, ME Based in Fort Kent, the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Maine at Fort Kent, there is a 89% first year retention rate and a 23% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 49.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $8,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,217
78	University of West Florida	89	58.22	1,020 – 1,220	10092	42204	#78 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
79	San Jose State University	88.63	80.39	990 – 1,290	13892	62448	#79 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges San Jose State University San Jose, CA San Jose State University is the founding campus of the California State University system. Its roots date back to 1857, making it the oldest public university in the western US. Classified as a Master's Colleges and Universities I school, SJSU offers up to Doctor's degrees. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
80	Michigan Technological University	88.5	85.46	1,140 – 1,360	16879	69672	#80 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
81	Missouri University of Science and Technology	88.36	78.63	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#81 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 88% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
82	California State University-Long Beach	88.11	45.43	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#82 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Just minutes from the beach, CSU, Long Beach offers several Physical Education courses you might want to take if you love the water, including Surfing, Aqua Aerobics, Swimming, and Beach Volleyball. Appropriately, the school mascot is a shark named Elbee. CSULB is a Hispanic-serving institution and awards up to Doctor's degrees. First Year Retention Rate 88 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
83	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	88	88.63	1,070 – 1,300	21011	49748	#83 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 88 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
84	Fashion Institute of Technology	88	67.01	--	16340	50102	#84 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 13% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
85	Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music	88	78.35	--	7260	9910	#85 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 25% of students attending Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,260 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $9,910
86	The University of Alabama	88	71.17	1,110 – 1,390	22559	52233	#86 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 71% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 88% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $22,559 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
87	University of California-Riverside	88	86.09	1,090 – 1,310	14562	48593	#87 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA 64% of students attending the University of California, Riverside receive grant aid, with an average of $24,355 each. A part of the Big West Conference, UC Riverside is a NCAA Division I without football school with 308 athletes, who are known as the Highlanders and cheered on by Scotty Highlander. First Year Retention Rate 88 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
88	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	88	89.14	1,110 – 1,340	24999	53671	#88 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 89% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students attending the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, there is a 88% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
89	University of North Carolina Wilmington	88	64.72	1,200 – 1,350	18976	46972	#89 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
90	Oregon State University	87.8	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#90 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
91	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	87.27	95.77	1,060 – 1,220	19675	55620	#91 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 84% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
92	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	87	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19814	48327	#92 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Biology. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
93	University of Kansas	87	92.58	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#93 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS The University of Kansas is classified as a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive institution. It opened in 1865, just four years after Kansas became a state. A NCAA Division I-FBS school competing in the Big Twelve Conference, UK has 539 student-athletes, known as the Jayhawks, in a variety of sports, such as Football,......Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
94	University of Kentucky	87	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	21958	47266	#94 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 55% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
95	University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	87	56.52	1,110 – 1,360	18035	32706	#95 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR Based in Mayaguez, the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 26% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,706
96	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	86.8	28.59	1,030 – 1,240	22124	60168	#96 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Intelligence, General. First Year Retention Rate 87 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
97	Truman State University	86.7	85.15	1,280 – 1,400	13602	43966	#97 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
98	University of Mississippi	86.67	97.38	1,050 – 1,300	15045	45336	#98 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
99	University of North Florida	86.55	68.15	1,010 – 1,240	11135	46546	#99 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 68% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
100	University of Utah	86.45	90.15	1,110 – 1,340	16583	55239	#100 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 29,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
101	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	86.42	88.04	1,180 – 1,370	24696	48310	#101 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
102	University of Houston	86.41	75.77	1,130 – 1,320	14309	52768	#102 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 76%. 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 First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
103	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	86.4	73.97	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#103 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
104	George Mason University	86.26	86.47	1,170 – 1,380	18823	60536	#104 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 45% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
105	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	86.2	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#105 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
106	SUNY College at Geneseo	86.1	33.33	1,200 – 1,350	19115	51097	#106 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 33%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 33.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
107	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	86.1	88.07	1,080 – 1,320	18322	47692	#107 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Lincoln is the flagship campus of the University of Nebraska system. The school got its start in 1869, just two years after Nebraska joined the United States. Alumni include Johnny Carson, Warren Buffett, Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic athletes....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
108	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	86	74.48	1,000 – 1,200	18252	45398	#108 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
109	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	86	86.4	1,050 – 1,370	10777	62979	#109 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA The University of Washington, Bothell accepts 86% of applicants – 23% enroll and 86% stay on after finishing their first year. Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most popular undergraduate programs. First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
110	University of Arkansas	85.93	73.88	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#110 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
111	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	85.79	77.78	1,110 – 1,310	15045	48812	#111 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 78% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
112	University of Oregon	85.67	87.42	1,060 – 1,340	24605	46084	#112 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 85% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
113	California State University-Stanislaus	85.42	95.58	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#113 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Also known as Stan State, California State University, Stanislaus is a Hispanic-serving institution. Almost all first-year students are from California, and 85% of students stay on after their first year. The school has a student-to-faculty ratio of 18 to 1. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 3.5% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
114	Texas Tech University	85.36	69.06	1,110 – 1,280	16919	52588	#114 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
115	Virginia Commonwealth University	85.27	90.61	1,040 – 1,300	26836	47161	#115 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 81% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
116	University of Rhode Island	85.2	74.56	1,080 – 1,320	24118	57446	#116 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 75% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
117	University of California-Merced	85.14	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#117 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
118	Florida Atlantic University	85.12	54.97	1,060 – 1,240	10225	45647	#118 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 85% of students decide to stay at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
119	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	85	92.61	1,060 – 1,260	17779	52843	#119 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 85% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
120	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	85	92.02	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#120 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
121	Ramapo College of New Jersey	85	70.26	1,120 – 1,300	17566	53872	#121 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 70%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 52% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 70.3% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
122	University at Buffalo	85	80.59	1,230 – 1,390	20529	53742	#122 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 71% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
123	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	85	80.87	980 – 1,240	9760	53671	#123 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH The University of New Hampshire at Manchester has programs that focus on urban issues. Two popular majors include Business/Commerce, and General. According to the UNH Manchester website, it has a 94% placement rate for graduates....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
124	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	84.96	95.24	1,110 – 1,340	19066	55620	#124 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, PA Based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts 95% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
125	University of Northern Iowa	84.72	93.13	1,010 – 1,220	16437	47222	#125 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 51% of undergraduates will earn......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
126	Ohio University-Main Campus	84.7	86.89	1,140 – 1,310	21907	48991	#126 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
127	University at Albany	84.7	70.44	1,160 – 1,330	17949	51380	#127 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 70% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 84% and 53% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
128	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	84.62	69.39	1,210 – 1,370	21430	49218	#128 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 69% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
129	State University of New York at Cortland	84.29	62.4	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#129 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 62% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
130	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	84.21	94.18	1,110 – 1,280	18581	55620	#130 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA Found in Monaca, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver’s acceptance rate is 94% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
131	California State University-Fullerton	84.15	88.11	840 – 1,080	7064	48558	#131 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Cal State, Fullerton’s mascot is Tilly the Titan, an elephant, in honor of "The First Intercollegiate Elephant Race in Human History," which was hosted on campus in 1962. 73% of students earn their bachelor’s within eight years, with many studying Business Administration and Management, General. First Year Retention Rate 84 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
132	Northwestern Michigan College	84	69.95	--	7427	34918	#132 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City, MI Based in Traverse City, Northwestern Michigan College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 52% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,918
133	Rutgers University-Newark	84	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#133 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Newark is one of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University, one of the oldest higher education institutions in the United States. Two student newspapers are published on campus – “The Observer” and “The Newark Targum” – as well the "Scarlet Magazine." Newark awards up to Doctor's degrees, with Business Administration......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
134	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	84	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#134 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
135	United States Merchant Marine Academy	84	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#135 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
136	University of Alabama in Huntsville	84	62.92	1,150 – 1,400	19396	55610	#136 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 63%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $19,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
137	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus	84	88.11	940 – 1,230	14176	63322	#137 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
138	University of Louisville	84	79.21	1,020 – 1,250	19785	46571	#138 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 84% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
139	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	84	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#139 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $16,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
140	Appalachian State University	83.89	93.88	1,060 – 1,290	14978	43663	#140 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
141	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	83.8	75.83	1,100 – 1,280	22546	51013	#141 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
142	University of Mary Washington	83.77	74.13	1,190 – 1,370	21800	49411	#142 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
143	Georgia College & State University	83.46	84.66	1,080 – 1,250	21632	50644	#143 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
144	East Carolina University	83.4	90.03	940 – 1,190	13755	46420	#144 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 83% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
145	West Virginia University	83.4	85.14	1,020 – 1,220	15169	45181	#145 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 91% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
146	State University of New York at New Paltz	83.35	62.67	1,190 – 1,370	18051	45555	#146 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 63% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 83% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
147	Towson University	83.25	80.57	930 – 1,240	16653	54302	#147 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
148	University of Arizona	83.22	83.51	1,060 – 1,320	19055	47665	#148 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
149	Rowan University	83.2	76.54	1,100 – 1,310	23761	50705	#149 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn a degree within......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
150	CUNY City College	83	57.99	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#150 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 5.1% Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
151	Escuela de Artes Plasticas y Diseno de Puerto Rico	83	83.05	890 – 1,090	5669	12949	#151 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Escuela de Artes Plasticas y Diseno de Puerto Rico San Juan, PR Located in San Juan, Escuela de Artes Plasticas y Diseno de Puerto Rico accepts 83% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students at Escuela de Artes Plasticas y Diseno de Puerto Rico currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 15.3% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $12,949
152	Farmingdale State College	83	61.66	1,020 – 1,230	9655	55901	#152 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
153	Florida Gulf Coast University	83	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#153 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 46% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
154	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	83	50.55	980 – 1,190	7287	38467	#154 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 51% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 64% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $7,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
155	Mississippi State University	83	83.63	1,080 – 1,340	18478	43487	#155 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 84% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
156	San Francisco State University	83	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#156 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
157	South Dakota State University	83	96.18	1,010 – 1,220	19932	49564	#157 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 6,700 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
158	SUNY Maritime College	82.67	78.5	1,050 – 1,280	20312	83439	#158 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
159	University of Illinois Chicago	82.51	75.76	1,040 – 1,320	10852	53218	#159 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Around 24,000 undergraduates are currently enrolled at the University of Illinois Chicago, and it's the largest university within the Chicago metropolitan area. With 16 colleges, it offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
160	University of Michigan-Dearborn	82.48	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#160 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
161	Maine Maritime Academy	82.38	96.15	1,090 – 1,290	23618	93944	#161 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Maine Maritime Academy Castine, ME Located on a peninsula on the Bagaduce River and Penobscot Bay, the Maine Maritime Academy is a non-federal maritime training school. Students aren’t required to join the military after graduation. Many study Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. A non selective school, 27% of those accepted enroll. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $93,944
162	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	82.1	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#162 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
163	SUNY College at Potsdam	82.1	82.41	970 – 1,150	13730	39440	#163 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College at Potsdam Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, SUNY College at Potsdam’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending SUNY College at Potsdam currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 5.7% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,440
164	Western Michigan University	82.09	91.21	960 – 1,220	17331	45356	#164 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 390 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 82% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
165	Virginia Military Institute	82.02	74.12	1,080 – 1,290	18825	63545	#165 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 429 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
166	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	82	57.08	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#166 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
167	California State University-Fresno	82	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#167 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 27% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
168	Louisiana Tech University	82	90.73	1,090 – 1,290	12325	44903	#168 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
169	Salish Kootenai College	82	100	--	6771	28894	#169 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Salish Kootenai College Pablo, MT Located in Pablo, Salish Kootenai College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 60% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,894
170	Temple University	82	86.22	1,030 – 1,330	28088	50860	#170 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 58% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
171	University of Connecticut-Stamford	82	82.98	950 – 1,280	15566	63322	#171 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, CT First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
172	Wayne State University	82	83.59	1,070 – 1,300	14416	45207	#172 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $14,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
173	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	81.9	73.67	1,050 – 1,280	19561	46855	#173 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 $15,592. OSU is fairly selective. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
174	Illinois State University	81.88	85.55	1,000 – 1,230	21369	50599	#174 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 51% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
175	Montana State University	81.8	99.38	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#175 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 19,900 applications and accepted 99% of them. Business/Commerce, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 4.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
176	College of Charleston	81.7	73	1,140 – 1,330	21004	43821	#176 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 73% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 84% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $21,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
177	St. Mary's College of Maryland	81.64	72.55	1,120 – 1,350	21071	52286	#177 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 5.1% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
178	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	81.6	89.42	1,060 – 1,290	22134	43309	#178 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
179	California State University-Sacramento	81.55	93.57	900 – 1,130	10110	51074	#179 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA The 305-acre campus at California State University, Sacramento, was named “Tree Campus USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation. It has more than 3,500 trees, including the University Arboretum. The school also features the Julia Morgan House, which was the home of the first woman licensed to practice architecture in the state. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
180	Western Carolina University	81.55	70.76	1,030 – 1,250	13767	43085	#180 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
181	California State University-Chico	81.5	91.07	920 – 1,190	14630	50493	#181 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
182	Georgia Southern University	81.5	69.5	950 – 1,140	15971	44423	#182 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 30% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
183	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	81.31	87.39	1,080 – 1,360	19504	55620	#183 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington New Kensington, PA Located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 90% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
184	Christopher Newport University	81.24	86.04	1,080 – 1,300	23148	51931	#184 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
185	CUNY Brooklyn College	81.18	57.8	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#185 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
186	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	81.11	93.19	1,100 – 1,270	17880	55620	#186 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois DuBois, PA Found in DuBois, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois accepts 93% of applicants. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
187	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	81.05	80.89	1,010 – 1,220	24283	41281	#187 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Found in Bowling Green, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus accepts 81% of applicants and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending Bowling Green State University-Main Campus currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, there......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
188	Mayville State University	81	78.25	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#188 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
189	Pennsylvania College of Technology	81	100	1,040 – 1,220	23675	47995	#189 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania College of Technology accepts 100% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
190	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	81	91.13	1,090 – 1,260	11404	39869	#190 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
191	MiraCosta College	80.95	0	--	9044	37965	#191 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA First Year Retention Rate 81 % 11.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
192	California State University-Bakersfield	80.9	84.16	890 – 1,140	6489	44282	#192 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 84% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
193	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	80.9	38.5	1,110 – 1,310	15151	50011	#193 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 38%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
194	University of Nebraska at Kearney	80.76	41.51	970 – 1,210	16287	43241	#194 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a highly selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
195	Eastern Connecticut State University	80.65	85.3	1,080 – 1,250	21512	47289	#195 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
196	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	80.47	82.95	920 – 1,220	13898	62979	#196 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $13,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
197	University of Toledo	80.43	88.89	1,020 – 1,250	17844	44162	#197 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
198	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	80.31	90.95	1,110 – 1,290	17512	55620	#198 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 91%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 80% and its four year graduation rate is 12%. Physical Therapy......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
199	California State University-San Bernardino	80.26	94.3	890 – 1,150	5231	43149	#199 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
200	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	80.25	93.74	1,110 – 1,330	19232	55620	#200 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 94% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 80% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
201	University of Hawaii at Manoa	80.2	87.97	930 – 1,210	17202	45701	#201 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
202	SUNY at Purchase College	80.1	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18211	31229	#202 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY Found in Purchase, SUNY at Purchase College accepts 74% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
203	University of Alabama at Birmingham	80.1	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17997	46572	#203 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 76% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
204	College of Staten Island CUNY	80	99.9	890 – 1,250	6525	36931	#204 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 100% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 57% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
205	Longwood University	80	90.22	1,030 – 1,220	20847	46058	#205 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 90% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $7,486 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
206	Minnesota State University, Mankato	80	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#206 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
207	Rutgers University-Camden	80	66.29	1,050 – 1,290	19821	61263	#207 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
208	Sinclair Community College	80	0	--	5821	33821	#208 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,821
209	Texas State University	80	91.18	960 – 1,200	15716	46716	#209 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 91% 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 First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
210	The University of Texas at San Antonio	80	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#210 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 80 % 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
211	University of North Alabama	80	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	11745	38295	#211 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
212	Washington State University	79.99	86.1	990 – 1,280	18171	53510	#212 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $90 for graduate applications. About 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 44% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
213	Kent State University at Kent	79.77	76.03	980 – 1,230	21278	40179	#213 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
214	The University of Texas at El Paso	79.73	99.94	850 – 1,100	9305	37978	#214 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
215	University of Minnesota Duluth	79.73	89.06	1,140 – 1,320	20128	52840	#215 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 79% first year retention rate and a 48%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
216	University of Minnesota-Crookston	79.73	87.47	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#216 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
217	Kennesaw State University	79.6	79.44	1,000 – 1,240	15636	47863	#217 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 6% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
218	University of Puerto Rico-Humacao	79.47	56.64	980 – 1,210	12523	20013	#218 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Humacao Humacao, PR Found in Humacao, the University of Puerto Rico-Humacao accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 17% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Humacao will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,013
219	Western Kentucky University	79.44	91.45	970 – 1,210	12548	38156	#219 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 91% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 79%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
220	University of Wyoming	79.43	96.95	1,040 – 1,290	14872	48360	#220 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
221	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	79.4	83.95	980 – 1,200	11553	42865	#221 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
222	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	79.39	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#222 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
223	Middle Tennessee State University	79.3	69.09	1,040 – 1,240	13859	39941	#223 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 53% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
224	Montclair State University	79.26	89.4	850 – 1,160	17669	47944	#224 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
225	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	79.26	79.72	1,040 – 1,250	19039	55620	#225 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 80% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
226	Keene State College	79.22	89.82	890 – 1,250	19997	46649	#226 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,649
227	Western Washington University	79.2	93.71	1,070 – 1,340	24338	45272	#227 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 94% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
228	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	79.19	94.69	1,070 – 1,310	17536	55620	#228 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
229	Central Michigan University	79.16	91.04	980 – 1,220	17575	46567	#229 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $14,325 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 93% of students. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
230	California State University-San Marcos	79.1	95.13	880 – 1,100	10241	48673	#230 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
231	Coastal Carolina University	79.1	70.03	1,070 – 1,250	14379	38070	#231 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 70%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
232	Albany State University	79	73.02	790 – 940	11484	35579	#232 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $11,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
233	CUNY Hunter College	79	54.34	1,110 – 1,400	4431	50414	#233 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Hunter College awards up to Doctor's degrees and has 113 undergraduate programs available. Opened in 1870 as the Female Normal and High School, the college became coeducational in the 1950s, though the student body is still largely women. The Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College is FDR’s former home. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
234	CUNY Queens College	79	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#234 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
235	Fort Valley State University	79	65.87	950 – 1,100	10047	28649	#235 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, GA Found in Fort Valley, Fort Valley State University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,649
236	Nevada State University	79	86.84	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#236 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school, and it became a university in 2023. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
237	Old Dominion University	79	91.35	1,120 – 1,290	16419	46732	#237 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 91% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
238	Salisbury University	79	88.26	1,170 – 1,320	18760	51926	#238 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
239	The University of Montana-Western	79	99.78	890 – 1,090	16745	37252	#239 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
240	University of Maine	79	95.62	1,070 – 1,330	18061	43124	#240 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Maine Orono, ME Found in Orono, the University of Maine accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 79% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
241	University of Southern Mississippi	79	92.6	1,040 – 1,340	15095	37710	#241 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 9.6% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $15,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
242	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	79	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#242 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
243	Winona State University	79	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#243 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
244	University of Michigan-Flint	78.85	67.34	950 – 1,210	7852	45453	#244 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI Based in Flint, the University of Michigan-Flint accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $7,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
245	Boise State University	78.5	83.89	920 – 1,130	21583	45251	#245 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Social Work. A somewhat selective school, it received 17,600 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,700. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
246	Kean University	78.45	78.11	930 – 1,150	12708	46603	#246 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
247	North Dakota State University	78.42	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#247 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
248	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	78.31	95.22	1,060 – 1,260	18887	55620	#248 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 95% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
249	Indiana University of Pennsylvania	78.23	91.47	950 – 1,200	17626	42278	#249 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
250	University of West Georgia	78.14	79.95	930 – 1,140	12913	41000	#250 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 80% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
251	SUNY Oneonta	78.1	76.96	970 – 1,210	18669	49723	#251 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Oneonta Oneonta, NY Based in Oneonta, SUNY Oneonta accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 78% first year retention rate and around......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
252	The University of Texas at Tyler	78.03	94.85	1,000 – 1,200	14476	49355	#252 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 95% 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 First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
253	Fayetteville State University	78	68.9	810 – 990	7811	37831	#253 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 810 – 990 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
254	Ferris State University	78	82.37	890 – 1,140	10825	47339	#254 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
255	Stockton University	78	90.1	1,020 – 1,250	20761	48223	#255 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
256	Tennessee Technological University	78	76.13	1,040 – 1,290	15336	43759	#256 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
257	Texas A&M International University	78	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#257 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 78 % 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
258	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus	78	86.66	910 – 1,200	9451	63322	#258 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $9,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
259	University of North Texas	78	70.89	960 – 1,230	15965	46304	#259 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Texas Denton, TX A Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive institution, the Denton campus is the flagship school of the University of North Texas system. 434 athletes, known as the Mean Green, wear green and white, representing UNT in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
260	University of Northern Colorado	78	94.5	960 – 1,200	19376	43756	#260 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 93% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,393 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
261	University of Nebraska at Omaha	77.9	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#261 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
262	Southern Connecticut State University	77.87	94.82	830 – 1,100	19827	45422	#262 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
263	Murray State University	77.82	84.13	1,010 – 1,240	10182	38473	#263 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 96% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 84.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
264	University of Memphis	77.81	78.78	970 – 1,190	12756	40921	#264 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Memphis Memphis, TN 468 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
265	Saginaw Valley State University	77.8	78.43	930 – 1,170	11546	43530	#265 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Psychology, and General are also commonly chosen programs. A somewhat selective school, 98% of students receive institutional grants, $7,869 on average. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
266	Grand Valley State University	77.7	92.71	950 – 1,200	17198	47840	#266 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 77% of students continued their studies at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
267	Ball State University	77.6	86.25	1,100 – 1,270	13599	44394	#267 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
268	Portland State University	77.54	85.86	1,040 – 1,320	10195	46937	#268 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 86% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 60% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $10,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
269	University of Minnesota-Morris	77.5	74.1	1,050 – 1,290	9677	43163	#269 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
270	Pittsburg State University	77.41	54.87	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#270 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
271	University of Maine at Farmington	77.4	98.32	880 – 1,260	17451	31513	#271 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, ME The University of Maine at Farmington opened in 1864, originally known as the Western State Normal School. It underwent several name changes over the following century. The school newspaper is “The Farmington Flyer,” and the Beavers wear maroon, gold, and gray, and compete in the North Atlantic Conference. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 6.5% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,513
272	Colorado Mesa University	77.3	83.14	930 – 1,170	15590	39223	#272 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
273	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	77.2	93.01	860 – 1,110	14090	37382	#273 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 47% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
274	Northern Kentucky University	77.2	96.66	1,010 – 1,210	9211	42105	#274 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
275	University of Guam	77.18	98.63	--	7914	28270	#275 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Guam Mangilao, GU Based in Mangilao, the University of Guam accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $52 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 2% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,270
276	University of Hawaii at Hilo	77.12	83.51	890 – 1,090	12673	37204	#276 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and 21% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 6.0% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
277	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	77.11	89.9	1,060 – 1,350	15112	55620	#277 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
278	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	77.1	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#278 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
279	Augusta University	77	62.76	970 – 1,160	13976	45037	#279 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
280	Bismarck State College	77	86.66	--	10462	50401	#280 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, Bismarck State College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
281	Bridgewater State University	77	87.98	1,020 – 1,270	15646	46673	#281 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
282	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	77	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#282 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Cal Poly Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 8 programs. First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
283	Fort Hays State University	77	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#283 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
284	Montana Technological University	77	97.99	1,010 – 1,240	16665	48356	#284 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Montana Technological University Butte, MT Montana Technological University’s motto “De Re Metallica,” or “Of the metals,” pays homage to the school’s original name – the Montana School of Mines. The school’s seal features mining tools as well. The Orediggers wear green and copper, and athletes could be eligible for athletic scholarships. First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,356
285	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	77	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#285 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 31 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 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
286	Nicholls State University	77	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#286 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 53% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
287	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	77	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#287 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
288	The University of Tennessee Southern	77	86.71	970 – 1,180	14546	36151	#288 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee Southern Pulaski, TN Found in Pulaski, The University of Tennessee Southern’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of students attending The University of Tennessee Southern currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 26% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,151
289	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	77	92.29	880 – 1,100	5282	35812	#289 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 92%. 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. 77% of students continued studying......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
290	University of Idaho	77	74.76	980 – 1,230	15111	42602	#290 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
291	University of Puerto Rico	77	27.52	1,120 – 1,300	6819	22382	#291 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico Bayamon, PR Found in Bayamon, the University of Puerto Rico accepted 28% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students at the University of Puerto Rico will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 27.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $6,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,382
292	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras	77	54.59	1,030 – 1,300	8350	22417	#292 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 28% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $8,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,417
293	University of South Dakota	77	98.84	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#293 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $21 to apply. About 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
294	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	77	95.98	970 – 1,180	12709	47909	#294 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 89 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 12,000 applications and accepted 12,000. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
295	Wayne State College	77	100	--	16060	40857	#295 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Wayne State College Wayne, NE Based in Wayne, Wayne State College 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 82% of students attending Wayne State College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wayne State College, there is a 77% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
296	Eastern Kentucky University	76.93	96.83	970 – 1,180	12279	38611	#296 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 83% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,279 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
297	Colegio Universitario de San Juan	76.92	96	--	0	22675	#297 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Colegio Universitario de San Juan San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, Colegio Universitario de San Juan’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $15 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Colegio Universitario de San Juan will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 37.4% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,675
298	Emporia State University	76.9	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#298 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 76% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
299	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	76.9	96.75	1,130 – 1,320	21618	55620	#299 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
300	Northern Arizona University	76.89	89.61	1,010 – 1,250	16371	47308	#300 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
301	Elizabeth City State University	76.83	86.71	780 – 1,050	6483	33776	#301 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 780 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
302	Valley City State University	76.83	99.42	940 – 1,150	12442	45820	#302 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 76% and around 33% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 8.2% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
303	Texas Woman's University	76.63	96.58	900 – 1,120	11636	48773	#303 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 10.2% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
304	Western Oregon University	76.5	83.45	1,010 – 1,230	14006	42537	#304 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 90% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,925 each. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
305	Missouri State University-Springfield	76.49	90.39	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#305 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 6.6% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
306	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	76.4	87.56	930 – 1,210	14769	46524	#306 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
307	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	76.39	79.96	930 – 1,190	6347	37150	#307 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 80% 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 First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
308	Lincoln University	76.2	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#308 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
309	Oakland University	76.2	88.97	900 – 1,180	12208	49017	#309 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
310	Marshall University	76.17	96.63	960 – 1,180	8076	39561	#310 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
311	Worcester State University	76.17	87.99	970 – 1,210	12778	50233	#311 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
312	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	76.14	97.13	1,070 – 1,260	16621	55620	#312 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre Dallas, PA Found in Dallas, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre accepts 97% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 5.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
313	California State University-East Bay	76	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#313 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
314	California State University-Monterey Bay	76	96.84	910 – 1,200	14493	48648	#314 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
315	De Anza College	76	0	--	9693	43179	#315 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges De Anza College Cupertino, CA First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,179
316	East Tennessee State University	76	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#316 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
317	Morgan State University	76	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#317 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
318	New College of Florida	76	73.2	1,070 – 1,250	9078	32611	#318 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
319	SUNY at Fredonia	76	77.7	1,160 – 1,360	16023	40580	#319 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY Found in Fredonia, SUNY at Fredonia accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending SUNY at Fredonia will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY at Fredonia, there is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,580
320	Southeast Missouri State University	76	68.97	950 – 1,190	16185	38150	#320 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $15,331. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
321	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	76	97.5	980 – 1,220	17115	46384	#321 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 10,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
322	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	76	58.78	940 – 1,190	12033	40040	#322 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
323	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	76	77.61	950 – 1,220	14831	52475	#323 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Although the Anschutz Medical Campus is located in Aurora, it’s considered a consolidated entity with the University of Colorado Denver campus. Denver has one of the largest graduate classes in the state, and Anschutz is one of the largest academic health centers throughout the Rocky Mountain region....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
324	University of Puerto Rico at Cayey	76	53.75	850 – 1,080	10176	21819	#324 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Cayey, PR Based in Cayey, the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey accepts 54% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students at the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey will receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey after completing......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,819
325	University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo	76	59.24	580 – 640	10356	19546	#325 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo, PR Located in Arecibo, the University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo’s acceptance rate is 59% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 16% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 580 – 640 Avg. Net Price $10,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,546
326	University of Missouri-Kansas City	75.99	64.93	1,050 – 1,360	14748	50298	#326 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 65% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
327	University of North Georgia	75.8	96.18	990 – 1,210	11157	43085	#327 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Based in Dahlonega, the University of North Georgia’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending the University of North Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
328	Sam Houston State University	75.72	93.72	930 – 1,140	14737	45337	#328 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 94% 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 First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
329	Central Connecticut State University	75.6	79.3	890 – 1,150	17528	49016	#329 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is somewhat selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General are popular undergraduate areas of study. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
330	Northern Michigan University	75.6	85.05	990 – 1,210	15707	37996	#330 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 85% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
331	Rhode Island College	75.37	85.57	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#331 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 24% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
332	University of Wisconsin-Stout	75.37	91.71	1,080 – 1,290	15673	50251	#332 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 92% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
333	North Carolina Central University	75.3	86.05	780 – 950	14475	35967	#333 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges North Carolina Central University Durham, NC North Carolina Central University is non selective, accepting 86% of applicants. 87% receive grant aid, $11,999 on average. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, student athletes could receive athletic scholarships. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Tennis. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 780 – 950 Avg. Net Price $14,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,967
334	The University of Tennessee-Martin	75.25	89.68	1,040 – 1,210	11955	38863	#334 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 89.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
335	University of North Carolina Asheville	75.21	86.03	1,030 – 1,290	13798	36947	#335 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC Found in Asheville, the University of North Carolina Asheville accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,947
336	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	75.1	89.4	900 – 1,140	10719	32960	#336 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
337	California State University-Northridge	75.05	91.76	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#337 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
338	Minnesota State University Moorhead	75	58.85	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#338 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 58.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
339	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	75	63.11	1,150 – 1,320	19772	50843	#339 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, OR First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
340	Salem State University	75	95.88	990 – 1,160	17541	48209	#340 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 68 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
341	Savannah State University	75	100	890 – 1,010	7956	27494	#341 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 29% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and around 16% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $7,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
342	University of Southern Indiana	75	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#342 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
343	Vincennes University	75	82.27	--	12895	35834	#343 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Located in Vincennes, Vincennes University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 61% of students attending Vincennes University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 50.0% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
344	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	74.9	86.45	980 – 1,220	18610	44290	#344 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 3.9% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
345	California State University-Los Angeles	74.85	91.24	870 – 1,060	4460	45702	#345 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
346	The University of Montana	74.8	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17370	35729	#346 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
347	University of South Alabama	74.8	94.55	1,040 – 1,240	16074	41307	#347 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
348	Arkansas Tech University	74.76	97.47	930 – 1,180	12626	37638	#348 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
349	Florida Polytechnic University	74.7	34.77	1,140 – 1,320	13016	77545	#349 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 35% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and 43% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 34.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
350	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	74.7	70.12	930 – 1,140	13442	37008	#350 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 91% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 74% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 13.2% Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
351	Radford University	74.6	89.39	940 – 1,160	16749	44830	#351 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 89% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 88% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $5,062 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
352	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	74.5	95.26	820 – 1,130	10942	44352	#352 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.4% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 820 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
353	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	74.47	92.45	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#353 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
354	University of Southern Maine	74.24	82.41	1,020 – 1,260	14028	47107	#354 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
355	University of Wisconsin-Superior	74.24	79.64	1,050 – 1,230	13215	41868	#355 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 80% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
356	University of Central Arkansas	74.2	91.57	1,010 – 1,210	16546	36670	#356 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
357	State University of New York at Oswego	74.1	79.89	1,070 – 1,290	15853	46358	#357 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 4.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
358	Winthrop University	74.1	82.81	1,030 – 1,230	16108	39048	#358 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
359	Colorado State University Global	74	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#359 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Colorado State University Global Denver, CO Found in Denver, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 10% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $16,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
360	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	74	94.9	990 – 1,200	14754	42079	#360 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 83% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 7.2% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
361	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	74	87.01	1,140 – 1,310	13017	42668	#361 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
362	William Paterson University of New Jersey	74	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#362 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
363	Westfield State University	73.9	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17406	46861	#363 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 42% of students will graduate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
364	Southeastern Louisiana University	73.7	91.5	1,040 – 1,210	13116	37124	#364 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 92% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
365	Alcorn State University	73.59	36.75	800 – 1,010	12376	27752	#365 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS Alcorn State University is highly selective, accepting 2,700 out of 7,380 applicants. 18% of accepted students enrolled. Established in 1871, this HBCU was built on the site of the old Oakland College, a school that never truly reopened after the Civil War. Women were admitted starting in 1895. First Year Retention Rate 74 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 36.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $12,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,752
366	University of Alaska Southeast	73.58	61.92	900 – 1,140	13827	38811	#366 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. First Year Retention Rate 74 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
367	University of Alaska Fairbanks	73.55	64.24	1,000 – 1,300	11278	40746	#367 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK The Fairbanks campus is the flagship of the University of Alaska system. UAF students wear blue and gold, and their athletes are known as Nanooks, which comes from the Inupiaq word for polar bear. With 110 majors and programs, many study Business Administration and Management, General. First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
368	Northwest Missouri State University	73.53	86.13	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#368 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
369	Angelo State University	73.45	79.81	930 – 1,160	14048	41050	#369 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 80% 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 First Year Retention Rate 73 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
370	Fitchburg State University	73.42	88.85	980 – 1,200	15340	41999	#370 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 5.7% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
371	Southwest Minnesota State University	73.4	64.09	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#371 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 73%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
372	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	73.3	71.62	1,040 – 1,210	15347	42209	#372 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 72% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
373	University of Houston-Clear Lake	73.1	91.73	980 – 1,170	14059	52098	#373 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 92% 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 First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
374	Bemidji State University	73	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#374 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
375	CUNY Lehman College	73	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#375 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
376	Norfolk State University	73	87.77	830 – 1,040	9124	33412	#376 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Based in Norfolk, Norfolk State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students decide to stay at Norfolk State University after completing......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,412
377	Northern Illinois University	73	71.64	960 – 1,180	14243	46113	#377 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, and Computer Science. First Year Retention Rate 73 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
378	Northern Marianas College	73	100	--	3850	21925	#378 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northern Marianas College Saipan, MP Found in Saipan, Northern Marianas College’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Northern Marianas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,925
379	State University of New York at Plattsburgh	73	78.41	1,090 – 1,260	15412	48089	#379 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges State University of New York at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, State University of New York at Plattsburgh accepts 78% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
380	The University of Texas at Arlington	73	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#380 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 73 % 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
381	University of Louisiana at Monroe	73	84.75	1,000 – 1,210	13648	40430	#381 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
382	University of Montevallo	73	53.85	1,010 – 1,240	17890	35406	#382 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 54% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 53.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
383	University of Puerto Rico at Ponce	73	51.95	930 – 1,220	9830	22404	#383 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico at Ponce Ponce, PR Based in Ponce, the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce, there is a 73% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 52.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $9,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,404
384	Western Colorado University	73	95.61	1,150 – 1,310	17711	40037	#384 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 460 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 73 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,711 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
385	Western Connecticut State University	73	87.01	1,040 – 1,170	17185	45997	#385 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Found in Danbury, Western Connecticut State University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 77% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 73% of students decide to stay at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $17,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,997
386	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	72.92	90.53	1,000 – 1,300	15574	55620	#386 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 91% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,366 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 6.4% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
387	Prairie View A & M University	72.92	78.36	850 – 1,070	14448	36350	#387 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 78% 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 First Year Retention Rate 73 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
388	Valdosta State University	72.8	77.69	910 – 1,100	11144	39416	#388 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 328 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. First Year Retention Rate 73 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
389	Frostburg State University	72.77	90.7	980 – 1,210	17669	43638	#389 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
390	Tarleton State University	72.44	53.86	1,000 – 1,180	16159	46729	#390 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 54% 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 First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 53.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
391	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	72.44	89.17	990 – 1,230	15830	54240	#391 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 10.4% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
392	Utah Valley University	72.41	100	970 – 1,180	8721	46825	#392 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and a 19% four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
393	Austin Peay State University	72.33	96.91	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#393 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 9.4% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
394	Plymouth State University	72.28	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#394 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 5.8% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
395	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	72.21	96.53	1,110 – 1,330	23721	55620	#395 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
396	Black Hills State University	72.16	97.95	980 – 1,190	15576	38927	#396 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They request $21 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
397	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	72.11	97.09	970 – 1,160	9723	37126	#397 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 59% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
398	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	72.06	96.46	1,090 – 1,360	22710	55620	#398 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media, PA Found in Media, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine’s acceptance rate is 96%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $22,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
399	Aims Community College	72	100	--	8384	39696	#399 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Aims Community College Greeley, CO Found in Greeley, Aims Community College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 32% of students attending Aims Community College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 72% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
400	California State University-Channel Islands	72	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#400 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 95% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 61% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
401	Eastern Washington University	72	85.26	990 – 1,100	14767	46469	#401 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 7.2% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
402	Idaho State University	72	83.96	--	12174	41377	#402 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Located in Pocatello, Idaho State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 80% of students at Idaho State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
403	San Diego Miramar College	72	100	--	8066	40327	#403 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges San Diego Miramar College San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego Miramar College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 1% of students at San Diego Miramar College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,327
404	Southern Utah University	72	99.98	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#404 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
405	Stephen F Austin State University	72	83.39	950 – 1,160	14959	43144	#405 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 83%. 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 First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
406	University of Arkansas at Monticello	72	100	850 – 1,110	14613	31332	#406 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 72%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
407	Oregon Institute of Technology	71.95	94.59	1,010 – 1,270	16831	68301	#407 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
408	University of Akron Main Campus	71.83	77.22	940 – 1,210	14693	42269	#408 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 77% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
409	SUNY Brockport	71.8	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15725	47164	#409 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
410	Eastern Michigan University	71.62	77.72	930 – 1,180	15742	43148	#410 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). First Year Retention Rate 72 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
411	University of Houston-Downtown	71.53	87.9	870 – 1,080	10832	49120	#411 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 6.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
412	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	71.5	70.41	930 – 1,140	11159	35925	#412 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
413	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	71.44	94.67	970 – 1,140	13134	39485	#413 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
414	University of Central Missouri	71.39	74.39	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#414 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 71% first year retention rate and 62% of students will graduate in four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
415	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	71.3	97.11	970 – 1,210	16263	45851	#415 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
416	West Texas A & M University	71.29	66.81	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#416 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 67% 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. 71% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
417	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	71.26	58.57	800 – 1,040	10869	44523	#417 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Found in Okmulgee, Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology accepts 59% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $10,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
418	Bowie State University	71.15	82.4	900 – 1,190	17287	43877	#418 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. First Year Retention Rate 71 % 4.6% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
419	The Evergreen State College	71.1	97.47	1,060 – 1,340	18350	34774	#419 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 40% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
420	Auburn University at Montgomery	71.09	98.54	980 – 1,160	13945	38216	#420 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
421	Wright State University-Lake Campus	71.08	98.19	770 – 1,110	11008	42229	#421 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Wright State University-Lake Campus Celina, OH Found in Celina, Wright State University-Lake Campus accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 83% of students attending Wright State University-Lake Campus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 16.5% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 770 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
422	Clayton State University	71	68.45	860 – 1,070	8192	41633	#422 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 68% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 18% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $8,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
423	Dalton State College	71	43.43	930 – 1,110	5625	37491	#423 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Dalton State College Dalton, GA Based in Dalton, Dalton State College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 5% of students attending Dalton State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $5,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,491
424	Framingham State University	71	83.66	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#424 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
425	Modesto Junior College	71	100	--	5605	34568	#425 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 1% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,568
426	North Central State College	71	100	--	4065	34892	#426 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges North Central State College Mansfield, OH Based in Mansfield, North Central State College’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 34% of students at North Central State College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,892
427	Shawnee State University	71	81.47	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#427 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
428	Shepherd University	71	96.78	900 – 1,150	11744	43726	#428 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 97% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and its four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,744 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
429	University of Alaska Anchorage	71	100	990 – 1,200	16039	42313	#429 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 55% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
430	University of Puerto Rico-Carolina	71	54.54	810 – 1,060	12596	22317	#430 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Carolina Carolina, PR Located in Carolina, the University of Puerto Rico-Carolina’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 22% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $12,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,317
431	Victor Valley College	71	0	--	1947	30153	#431 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Victor Valley College Victorville, CA First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,153
432	SUNY Old Westbury	70.7	83.52	1,010 – 1,210	10944	43671	#432 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
433	Indiana University-Northwest	70.5	77.1	920 – 1,120	5745	39714	#433 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN Located in Gary, Indiana University-Northwest accepts 77% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students at Indiana University-Northwest will receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-Northwest, there is a 70% first year retention rate and 20% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $5,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,714
434	University of Illinois Springfield	70.43	83.16	950 – 1,210	10809	47432	#434 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Illinois Springfield Springfield, IL The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three in the University of Illinois system and is located in the state's capitol city. U of I offers 48 degree programs with Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, and Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst being the most sought after....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 5.8% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,432
435	Youngstown State University	70.43	91.45	1,010 – 1,230	12757	37590	#435 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 79% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 70% first year retention rate and a 33% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,757 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
436	Wichita State University	70.42	72.24	940 – 1,190	14228	44043	#436 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
437	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	70.4	96.66	1,000 – 1,240	16942	45766	#437 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Colorado Springs is one of the four schools that are part of the University of Colorado system. The campus motto is “Let Your Light Shine” in Greek. Students can earn up to a Doctor's degree, and many undergraduates study Business Administration and Management, General. First Year Retention Rate 70 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
438	Cleveland State University	70.25	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#438 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 70% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
439	Columbus State University	70.15	99.07	850 – 1,090	12420	39190	#439 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
440	Alabama A & M University	70	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#440 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $17,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
441	Alabama State University	70	97.55	850 – 1,040	13138	27453	#441 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Alabama State University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Alabama State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 57% of students attending Alabama State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,453
442	Central Washington University	70	90.61	950 – 1,170	19898	49398	#442 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
443	Delaware State University	70	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#443 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
444	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	70	97.47	780 – 1,010	15381	20816	#444 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 70 % 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
445	Lake Superior State University	70	100	930 – 1,340	12339	42767	#445 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI Based in Sault Ste Marie, Lake Superior State University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending Lake Superior State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $12,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,767
446	Lander University	70	81.31	940 – 1,170	15520	36851	#446 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
447	Louisiana State University at Alexandria	70	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#447 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Louisiana State University at Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University at Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
448	Mississippi Valley State University	70	92.38	760 – 930	10232	25817	#448 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
449	Purdue University Northwest	70	74.52	900 – 1,130	7916	48439	#449 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 75% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 74% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
450	Saint Cloud State University	70	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#450 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
451	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	70	88.18	960 – 1,190	12850	63322	#451 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
452	University of Massachusetts-Boston	70	83.79	1,080 – 1,300	17768	53521	#452 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
453	University of Missouri-St Louis	70	14.21	1,030 – 1,290	14008	47564	#453 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 14%. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 14.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
454	University of the Virgin Islands	70	99.36	820 – 980	7464	32360	#454 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of the Virgin Islands Charlotte Amalie, VI Found in Charlotte Amalie, the University of the Virgin Islands accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 61% of students at the University of the Virgin Islands currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 820 – 980 Avg. Net Price $7,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,360
455	Sonoma State University	69.98	98.41	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#455 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
456	Troy University	69.91	95.35	970 – 1,180	12842	39392	#456 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and 27% of students will graduate in......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
457	Northeastern State University	69.83	99.74	930 – 1,140	12410	41207	#457 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 70 % 14.8% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
458	CUNY New York City College of Technology	69.61	90.23	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#458 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 90%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and 6% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 7.1% Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
459	Indiana University-Kokomo	69.6	83.07	940 – 1,140	3880	42134	#459 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, IN Based in Kokomo, Indiana University-Kokomo accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending Indiana University-Kokomo currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $3,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,134
460	California State University-Dominguez Hills	69.5	59.11	760 – 950	9175	46827	#460 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $9,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
461	University of South Carolina Aiken	69.49	74.3	950 – 1,180	12236	39689	#461 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
462	Eastern Oregon University	69.33	99.16	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#462 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
463	Eastern Illinois University	69.3	70.73	890 – 1,150	13787	42694	#463 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 71% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
464	Morehead State University	69.27	83.28	970 – 1,190	9630	37131	#464 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 6.6% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
465	Northern State University	69.16	96	980 – 1,190	15990	41536	#465 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $21 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 10.2% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
466	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College	69	75.72	890 – 1,090	7308	35495	#466 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Based in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $7,308 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,495
467	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	69	100	850 – 1,080	14207	28568	#467 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Located in Cheyney, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Cheyney University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568
468	Indiana State University	69	91.57	900 – 1,130	12066	41047	#468 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 92% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
469	Midwestern State University	69	93.47	950 – 1,160	11215	46637	#469 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
470	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	69	84.01	950 – 1,160	18140	37901	#470 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 84% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
471	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	69	81.42	1,040 – 1,370	14782	58662	#471 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $14,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
472	University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla	69	81.35	800 – 1,030	7945	18193	#472 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla Aguadilla, PR Found in Aguadilla, the University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $7,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,193
473	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	69	86.51	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#473 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
474	Virginia State University	69	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#474 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
475	West Liberty University	69	97.27	920 – 1,150	13655	36822	#475 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 38% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
476	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	68.72	97.51	950 – 1,220	10234	42154	#476 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 22% of students will graduate in......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
477	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	68.36	92.98	1,040 – 1,250	18365	54240	#477 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 68% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
478	Dakota State University	68.13	92.41	1,060 – 1,290	20438	46146	#478 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $21 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 38% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 9.8% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
479	Utah State University	68.1	92.12	1,050 – 1,290	15788	44822	#479 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
480	CUNY York College	68.03	67.33	790 – 960	5131	46148	#480 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 67% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 19.4% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
481	Francis Marion University	68	95.08	880 – 1,150	11727	36304	#481 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 21% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
482	Harris-Stowe State University	68	100	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#482 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
483	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts	68	91.31	960 – 1,180	16544	36803	#483 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MA Psychology, General is a commonly chosen area of study at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The school is non selective and offers rolling admissions. Murdock the Mountain Lion cheers on the Trailblazers who play in Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Baseball, among others. First Year Retention Rate 68 % 10.2% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,803
484	McNeese State University	68	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#484 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Based in Lake Charles, McNeese State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 44% of students attending McNeese State University will receive institutional grant aid. At McNeese State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 25% of students will earn a......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
485	Metropolitan State University	68	98.84	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#485 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
486	Southern Oregon University	68	88.62	980 – 1,230	17959	39326	#486 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
487	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	68	100	890 – 1,140	14410	42896	#487 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges 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 First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
488	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	68	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#488 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
489	University of the District of Columbia	68	83.84	--	12895	36358	#489 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of the District of Columbia Washington, DC Based in Washington, the University of the District of Columbia’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $38 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of the......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,358
490	University of Virginia's College at Wise	67.97	36.97	980 – 1,180	14378	39725	#490 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 37% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,378 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
491	Washburn University	67.9	100	890 – 1,210	11488	42881	#491 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
492	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	67.21	72.36	--	15283	45460	#492 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 72% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
493	Cerritos College	67	0	--	4325	32581	#493 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Cerritos College Norwalk, CA First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,581
494	Fairmont State University	67	98.62	850 – 1,090	11328	41197	#494 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 78% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
495	Grayson College	67	100	--	6724	59213	#495 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Grayson College Denison, TX Based in Denison, Grayson College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 77% of students at Grayson College will receive institutional grant aid. 67% of students continued studying at Grayson College after completing their first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
496	Miami University-Middletown	67	0	--	10574	49773	#496 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Miami University-Middletown Middletown, OH First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
497	Mississippi University for Women	67	90.31	930 – 1,180	12487	47458	#497 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Mississippi University for Women Columbus, MS Based in Columbus, Mississippi University for Women’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 82% of students at Mississippi University for Women will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,487 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,458
498	University of New Orleans	67	74.31	930 – 1,150	12258	38410	#498 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
499	University of South Carolina-Upstate	67	66.71	920 – 1,160	13999	43339	#499 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 67% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
500	Vermont State University	67	83.23	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#500 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Public Colleges Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $45 to apply. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $4,126 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340