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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West

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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	California Career College	100	0	--	0	47215	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Career College Canoga Park, CA First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
2	Career Networks Institute	100	0	--	26098	52232	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Career Networks Institute Santa Ana, CA First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,232
3	Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses	100	0	--	7108	40569	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses Stockton, CA First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,569
4	Lincoln University	100	69.49	--	30324	44602	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lincoln University Oakland, CA Found in Oakland, Lincoln University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,602
5	Santa Ana College	100	0	--	6914	36845	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
6	West Coast University-Los Angeles	100	93.16	--	51992	96114	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West West Coast University-Los Angeles North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, West Coast University-Los Angeles accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
7	World Mission University	100	77.78	--	16598	63721	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West World Mission University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, World Mission University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students at World Mission University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At World......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	Stanford University	98.2	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
9	Claremont McKenna College	98.13	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. First Year Retention Rate 98 % Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
10	Pomona College	97.5	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. First Year Retention Rate 98 % Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
11	California Institute of Technology	97.4	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	23397	132140	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
12	University of California-Los Angeles	97.29	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 % Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
13	University of California-Berkeley	96.8	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. First Year Retention Rate 97 % Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
14	Harvey Mudd College	96	12.66	1,500 – 1,580	42720	115107	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Harvey Mudd College Claremont, CA Harvey Mudd College only offers programs related to Science and Engineering. Part of the Claremont Colleges, their colors are black and gold. The men’s teams are known as the Stags, and the women are known as the Athenas. It has a 96% first year retention rate and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 96 % Acceptance Rate 12.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $42,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $115,107
15	Minerva University	96	3.56	--	16556	63721	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Minerva University San Francisco, CA Minerva University opened recently, in 2012. Entirely online, class sizes always have 19 students or fewer. It is extremely selective, and 57% of accepted students decide to attend Minerva. The most popular area of study is Mathematics and Computer Science. First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
16	University of Southern California	95.56	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
17	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	95.1	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 % Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
18	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	95	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
19	University of California-Irvine	94.2	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 94 % Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
20	Scripps College	94	38.29	1,430 – 1,530	45505	68027	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Scripps College Claremont, CA A member of the Claremont Colleges, Scripps College is a liberal arts women’s school well known for its extensive curriculum and historic, beautiful campus. In fact, their campus is currently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Scripps has a 94% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $45,505 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,027
21	University of California-San Diego	94	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 94 % Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
22	Pitzer College	93.8	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
23	Santa Clara University	93.76	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
24	University of California-Santa Barbara	93.26	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
25	Gonzaga University	93	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
26	Stanbridge University	93	11.37	--	23800	53729	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Stanbridge University Irvine, CA A for-profit school, Stanbridge University only offers undergraduate majors in Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Registered Nursing. It's extremely selective and out of those accepted, 96% enroll. The school boasts 96% four year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 11.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,729
27	University of California-Davis	93	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 % Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
28	Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario	92	100	--	38102	32840	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario accepts 100% of applicants and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $38,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
29	Laurus College	92	0	--	15725	33247	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Laurus College San Luis Obispo, CA First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,247
30	Thomas Aquinas College	92	79.76	1,240 – 1,460	23039	59550	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Thomas Aquinas College Santa Paula, CA The Catholic-affiliated school, Thomas Aquinas College, offers need-based scholarships thanks to donations and doesn’t have merit-based awards. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is the only available area of study, and undergraduates study the Great Books (the Classics). It has a first year retention rate of 92%. First Year Retention Rate 92 % Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
31	Chapman University	91.81	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 91% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 92 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
32	MiraCosta College	91	0	--	7972	37965	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
33	San Diego State University	91	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
34	University of San Diego	91	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
35	Soka University of America	90	43.62	1,330 – 1,510	18807	51242	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
36	Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary	90	61.68	--	13122	17439	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary accepts 62% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 75% of students attending Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $17,439
37	Occidental College	89.8	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
38	FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising	89	41.5	--	41128	40974	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising currently......Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $41,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,974
39	Loyola Marymount University	88.85	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
40	Whitman College	88.7	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	41601	45594	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 9 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
41	University of the Pacific	88.46	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	30975	62672	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
42	Gnomon	88	38.33	--	44606	90652	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Gnomon North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, Gnomon accepted 38% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 16% of students at Gnomon currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,652
43	Pacific Union College	88	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 10.0% Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
44	Pepperdine University	88	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
45	University of California-Santa Cruz	88	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
46	University of Portland	88	89.17	1,180 – 1,380	34951	67913	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Portland Portland, OR A non selective school, the University of Portland accepted 7,400 of applicants, 10% of which enrolled. It’s a private Catholic University, sister to the University of Notre Dame, and affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. 81% of undergraduates graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $34,951 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,913
47	Oregon State University	87.8	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 87% 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 $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
48	University of California-Riverside	87.6	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
49	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	87.4	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
50	California College of the Arts	87	91.1	940 – 1,220	49945	38308	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, California College of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending California College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $49,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
51	Reed College	87	24.61	1,320 – 1,520	36993	38607	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Reed College Portland, OR Founded in 1908, Reed College requires all undergraduates to complete a thesis with a 90-minute presentation and oral defense. Students also need to take various physical education courses. Reed has a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 87% first year retention rate. Many major in English Language and Literature, General. First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 24.6% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $36,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,607
52	Willamette University	87	77.09	1,250 – 1,420	27716	38932	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 72% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 34 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $27,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
53	California State University-Long Beach	86.84	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
54	San Jose State University	86.79	84.61	--	13833	62448	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
55	University of Oregon	86.4	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
56	Dominican University of California	86.13	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
57	Lewis & Clark College	86.1	78.49	1,210 – 1,390	38247	43608	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $38,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
58	Art Center College of Design	86	76.18	--	53306	53562	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA Located in Pasadena, the Art Center College of Design accepts 76% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the Art Center College of Design will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 76.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,306 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,562
59	California Institute of the Arts	86	25.95	--	57288	28018	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Located in Valencia, California Institute of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 26% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 86% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 26.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $57,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
60	Feather River Community College District	86	41.5	--	10949	33495	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Found in Quincy, Feather River Community College District’s acceptance rate is 42%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 3% of students attending Feather River Community College District currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
61	Pacific Rim Christian University	86	60	--	22668	63721	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific Rim Christian University Honolulu, HI Based in Honolulu, Pacific Rim Christian University accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 86% of students attending Pacific Rim Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students continued their studies at Pacific Rim Christian University......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 43.3% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
62	Unitek College	86	0	--	23984	62043	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Unitek College Fremont, CA First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,984 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,043
63	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	86	90.6	1,040 – 1,280	10013	62979	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $10,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
64	West Coast University-Orange County	86	95.35	--	36263	96114	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West West Coast University-Orange County Anaheim, CA Located in Anaheim, West Coast University-Orange County’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Orange County currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
65	Point Loma Nazarene University	85.5	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
66	Saint Mary's College of California	85.4	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
67	Westmont College	85.3	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
68	Glendale Career College	85	57.52	--	41849	38921	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Glendale Career College Glendale, CA Based in Glendale, Glendale Career College accepts 58% of applicants. They request $100 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Glendale Career College, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $41,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,921
69	The Master's University and Seminary	85	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
70	Walla Walla University	84.5	60.4	1,050 – 1,270	26001	52840	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Walla Walla University College Place, WA Walla Walla University is fairly selective, and 30% of accepted students enroll. Students experience a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 84% return to the school after completing their first year. Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
71	University of Redlands	84.4	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 69% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
72	Seattle University	84.22	77.03	1,140 – 1,350	37103	64656	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
73	University of Puget Sound	84.02	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	42301	46802	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 99% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $42,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
74	Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas	84	100	--	26573	32840	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require $49 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 84%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,573 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
75	Laguna College of Art and Design	84	95.71	--	44285	31987	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach, CA Located in Laguna Beach, Laguna College of Art and Design accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Laguna College of Art and Design will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,285 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,987
76	San Francisco State University	84	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
77	Northwest University	83.89	80.97	1,020 – 1,320	25917	50495	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Northwest University Kirkland, WA Found in Kirkland, Northwest University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Northwest University will receive grant aid from the school. At Northwest University, there is a 83% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
78	Biola University	83.7	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
79	University of San Francisco	83.7	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
80	American University of Health Sciences	83	100	--	0	111064	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West American University of Health Sciences Signal Hill, CA Based in Signal Hill, American University of Health Sciences accepts 100% of applicants and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $111,064
81	George Fox University	83	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	30649	53568	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
82	Moorpark College	83	16.54	--	4601	37374	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Based in Moorpark, Moorpark College’s acceptance rate is 17%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Moorpark College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
83	West Coast University-Ontario	83	88.1	--	47027	96114	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West West Coast University-Ontario Ontario, CA Located in Ontario, West Coast University-Ontario accepts 88% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Ontario will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 83% and 50% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,027 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
84	Azusa Pacific University	82.8	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
85	California State University-Stanislaus	82.5	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
86	California State University-Fullerton	82.4	90.52	--	6283	48558	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
87	Corban University	82	89.74	1,010 – 1,240	26028	41735	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Corban University Salem, OR Corban University is non selective. During the last admissions cycle, 28% of those who were accepted enrolled at the school. There are 28 majors and programs to choose from, with Business Administration and Management, General, Divinity/Ministry, Education, and General among the most popular. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,735
88	La Sierra University	82	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
89	Pacific Lutheran University	82	78	1,140 – 1,360	23841	52212	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
90	Providence Christian College	82	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	32827	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 93% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,827
91	Southern California Institute of Architecture	82	82.67	1,060 – 1,260	21514	53274	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Southern California Institute of Architecture accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $85 to apply. About 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 12.8% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,274
92	University of California-Merced	82	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
93	California State University-Chico	81.4	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% 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 $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
94	California State University-Sacramento	81.1	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
95	Fresno Pacific University	81	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
96	Southern California Institute of Technology	81	87.5	--	27934	60630	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Southern California Institute of Technology Anaheim, CA Found in Anaheim, Southern California Institute of Technology accepts 88% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at Southern California Institute of Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,630
97	University of Hawaii at Manoa	80.7	86.6	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% 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 81 % 5.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
98	California State University-Monterey Bay	80	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 80 % Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
99	University of Nevada-Reno	80	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	16801	49182	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 40% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
100	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	80	82.52	960 – 1,180	11290	62979	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 % Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
101	Whitworth University	80	86.77	1,100 – 1,330	27491	49510	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Biological and Physical Sciences. 80% of students return after completing their first year, and 75% will graduate within 6 years. First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
102	Woodbury University	80	72.87	940 – 1,240	31257	47665	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Woodbury University Burbank, CA Found in Burbank, Woodbury University’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $85 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Woodbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Woodbury University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 32% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 12.2% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
103	Linfield University	79.7	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	31462	70643	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
104	California State University-San Bernardino	79.55	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
105	Western Washington University	79.4	93.25	1,110 – 1,330	22096	45272	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $22,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
106	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	79.2	84.59	980 – 1,220	11388	42865	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
107	California Lutheran University	79	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
108	California State University-East Bay	79	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
109	Pacific University	79	89.56	940 – 1,290	34809	46936	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $34,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
110	University of the People	79	0	--	1639	63721	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of the People Pasadena, CA First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
111	California State University-Bakersfield	78.8	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
112	California State University-San Marcos	78.4	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
113	Washington State University	78.3	86.64	990 – 1,280	18155	53510	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
114	California State University-Fresno	78	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
115	New York Film Academy	78	52.4	--	50504	25150	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West New York Film Academy Burbank, CA New York Film Academy is a private-for-profit school offering Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), and Master of Arts (MA) programs. The school's philosophy is "learning by doing." Famous alumni include Bill Hader, Mohamad Diab, and James Friend, among others. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $50,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
116	Northwest College of Art & Design	78	76.32	--	20185	27505	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Northwest College of Art & Design Tacoma, WA Located in Tacoma, Northwest College of Art & Design accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 20% of students at Northwest College of Art & Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 5.4% Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,505
117	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	78	68.44	1,100 – 1,330	18949	50843	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, OR First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
118	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	77.9	95.34	860 – 1,080	11881	44352	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 59% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 12.9% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,881 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
119	Los Angeles Valley College	77	93.3	--	11547	33987	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Found in Valley Glen, Los Angeles Valley College accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 0% of students at Los Angeles Valley College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
120	Nevada State University	77	86.11	830 – 1,070	16255	47092	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 7.4% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
121	University of La Verne	77	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 77% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
122	Warner Pacific University	77	58.55	850 – 1,040	18402	45660	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Warner Pacific University Portland, OR Based in Portland, Warner Pacific University accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Warner Pacific University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Warner Pacific University, there is a 77% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 23.8% Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,660
123	University of Alaska Southeast	76.5	63.29	900 – 1,140	8488	38811	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 77 % Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
124	DigiPen Institute of Technology	76.19	67.2	1,170 – 1,410	40015	58771	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA The DigiPen Institute of Technology has 7 areas of study available to students, with a focus on computer science, music, animation, and similar fields. A private for-profit university, it also has campuses in Singapore and Spain. The school's DigiPen Academy has a Youtube and adult education program dedicated to STEM fields. First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $40,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,771
125	Portland State University	76.1	90.87	950 – 1,290	12509	46937	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 55% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
126	Bushnell University	76	67.28	970 – 1,040	22534	43484	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bushnell University Eugene, OR Located in Eugene, Bushnell University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They are given $20,178 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $22,534 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,484
127	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	76	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
128	California State University Maritime Academy	76	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University 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 7 programs. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
129	Western Oregon University	76	98.71	1,010 – 1,230	15249	42537	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 99%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 88% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,982 each. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
130	Academy of Art University	75	100	--	36591	30452	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
131	American Medical Sciences Center	75	0	--	23118	36193	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West American Medical Sciences Center Glendale, CA First Year Retention Rate 75 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,193
132	Concordia University-Irvine	75	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 7.9% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
133	Sonoma State University	75	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 9.7% Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
134	California Baptist University	74.5	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
135	Otis College of Art and Design	74.47	81.76	1,120 – 1,360	49440	43654	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Otis College of Art and Design Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Otis College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $49,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,654
136	University of Alaska Fairbanks	74.1	62.12	1,030 – 1,270	9985	40746	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 71% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,016 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $9,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
137	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	74	51.94	910 – 1,230	44360	23988	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, San Francisco Conservatory of Music accepted 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $110 for undergraduate applications and $110 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $44,360 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
138	Vanguard University of Southern California	74	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
139	California State University-Northridge	73.2	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
140	California State University-Channel Islands	73	93.06	870 – 1,080	10931	46785	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 63% 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 73 % 3.9% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
141	Modesto Junior College	73	16.54	--	13093	34568	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,568
142	The Evergreen State College	73	96.38	1,080 – 1,290	18480	34774	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 31% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
143	Westcliff University	73	45.09	--	26051	63721	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% 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 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
144	University of Hawaii at Hilo	72.75	60.07	880 – 1,130	12936	37204	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and 27% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
145	Seattle Pacific University	72.37	83.39	1,070 – 1,310	26155	51496	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA The motto of Seattle Pacific University is “Engaging the Culture, Changing the World.” It’s a private institution, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, offering 81 programs....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,496
146	California State University-Los Angeles	72	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
147	Eastern Oregon University	71.48	98.31	930 – 1,150	17219	43034	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $17,219 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
148	Mount Saint Mary's University	71.14	73.13	910 – 1,120	27434	61335	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
149	Musicians Institute	71	71.29	980 – 1,300	39056	24962	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Musicians Institute Hollywood, CA Found in Hollywood, Musicians Institute’s acceptance rate is 71%. They charge $100 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of students attending Musicians Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. 71% of students continued studying at Musicians Institute after completing their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $39,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,962
150	University of Alaska Anchorage	71	59.58	990 – 1,200	13931	42313	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 58% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
151	Central Washington University	70	90.61	950 – 1,170	15558	49398	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 88% 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 $15,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
152	Fresno City College	70	0	--	3822	30049	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Fresno City College Fresno, CA First Year Retention Rate 70 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
153	John Paul the Great Catholic University	70	79.29	1,090 – 1,270	31811	34360	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido, CA Located in Escondido, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts 79% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 7.9% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
154	Los Angeles Mission College	70	75.89	--	13383	34437	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Found in Sylmar, Los Angeles Mission College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 7.7% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
155	Menlo College	70	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
156	California State University-Dominguez Hills	69.5	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 79% 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 $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
157	Pacific Northwest College of Art	69.5	74.85	--	42195	24101	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland, OR Found in Portland, Pacific Northwest College of Art accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Pacific Northwest College of Art will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $42,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,101
158	Southern Oregon University	69.2	90.07	1,040 – 1,210	17433	39326	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 90%. They charge $50 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 69%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
159	Cornish College of the Arts	69	70.46	--	40164	27580	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Cornish College of the Arts Seattle, WA Located in Seattle, Cornish College of the Arts accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Cornish College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $40,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,580
160	Crafton Hills College	69	0	--	13513	35077	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
161	Los Angeles College of Music	69	81.37	--	43023	20538	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Los Angeles College of Music Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Los Angeles College of Music accepts 81% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Los Angeles College of Music will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at Los Angeles College of Music after completing their first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $43,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,538
162	Oregon Institute of Technology	69	95.02	990 – 1,280	17274	68301	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West 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 69 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
163	Reach University	69	99.15	--	14108	63721	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Reach University Oakland, CA Based in Oakland, Reach University’s acceptance rate is 99%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Reach University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
164	William Jessup University	69	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 13.1% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
165	Eastern Washington University	67.17	94.37	990 – 1,120	13786	46469	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $13,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
166	Brigham Young University-Hawaii	67	37.87	1,060 – 1,210	17887	39316	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI Located in Laie, Brigham Young University-Hawaii accepted 38% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 8.1% Acceptance Rate 37.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
167	Faith International University	67	89.36	--	18361	52989	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Faith International University Tacoma, WA Based in Tacoma, Faith International University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $900 on average. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,989
168	Lionel University	67	0	--	28512	63721	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lionel University Carpinteria, CA First Year Retention Rate 67 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
169	Walla Walla Community College	67	76.05	--	10645	37119	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla, WA Found in Walla Walla, Walla Walla Community College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 37% of students attending Walla Walla Community College will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
170	Whittier College	66.21	83.5	1,130 – 1,330	32436	46025	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
171	Saint Martin's University	65	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
172	Taft College	65	10.02	--	4627	33687	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Taft College Taft, CA Found in Taft, Taft College’s acceptance rate is 10%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 39% of students attending Taft College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,627 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
173	Bates Technical College	64	75.96	--	6434	45569	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bates Technical College Tacoma, WA Located in Tacoma, Bates Technical College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $56 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 17% of students attending Bates Technical College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,569
174	Big Bend Community College	64	17.36	--	12650	35267	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA Based in Moses Lake, Big Bend Community College accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 32% of students attending Big Bend Community College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,267
175	Edmonds College	64	91.77	--	14049	41063	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Found in Lynnwood, Edmonds College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 21% of students at Edmonds College will receive institutional grant aid. At Edmonds College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
176	Hope International University	63	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
177	Truckee Meadows Community College	62.5	100	--	10768	38186	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Found in Reno, Truckee Meadows Community College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 31% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,186
178	Carrington College-Sacramento	62	88.7	--	36520	37870	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, Carrington College-Sacramento’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of students at Carrington College-Sacramento will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,870
179	Simpson University	62	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 24.4% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
180	Chemeketa Community College	61	57.99	--	8455	35771	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Based in Salem, Chemeketa Community College accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 6% of students at Chemeketa Community College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
181	West Los Angeles College	61	0	--	9426	32538	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
182	DeVry University-California	60	97.86	--	34091	42178	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West DeVry University-California Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, DeVry University-California’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 77% of students at DeVry University-California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 60% of students continued studying at DeVry University-California......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
183	Lane Community College	59	96.41	--	9238	33726	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lane Community College Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, Lane Community College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 16% of students attending Lane Community College will receive grant aid from the school. 59% of students decide to stay at Lane Community College after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,238 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
184	Columbia Basin College	58	90.25	--	10348	38255	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Based in Pasco, Columbia Basin College’s acceptance rate is 90% and charges $28 for undergraduate applications. About 29% of students attending Columbia Basin College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
185	Heritage University	58	75.96	--	11934	47001	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Heritage University Toppenish, WA Located in Toppenish, Heritage University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and around 29% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 31.0% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,001
186	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	58	64.21	--	23282	30871	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary El Dorado Hills, CA Based in El Dorado Hills, SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 64% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 7% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
187	University of Silicon Valley	58	51.31	980 – 1,210	30602	39802	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Silicon Valley San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, the University of Silicon Valley accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending the University of Silicon Valley will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 16.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $30,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,802
188	Grays Harbor College	57	75.96	--	6475	33119	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Grays Harbor College Aberdeen, WA Located in Aberdeen, Grays Harbor College accepts 76% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students attending Grays Harbor College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,119
189	Great Basin College	57	85.31	--	7472	35615	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Great Basin College Elko, NV Based in Elko, Great Basin College accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $10 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Great Basin College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. On average, these students are given $1,945 each. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % 12.3% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,615
190	Highline College	57	75.96	--	13467	42323	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Highline College Des Moines, WA Based in Des Moines, Highline College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 15% of students at Highline College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
191	Hawaii Pacific University	56	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	32204	48773	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn their degree within......Read more First Year Retention Rate 56 % Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $32,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
192	Life Pacific University	56	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 56 % 27.3% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
193	Tacoma Community College	56	76.05	--	10648	38790	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, Tacoma Community College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Tacoma Community College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 0% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 56 % Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
194	Bethesda University	55	79.48	--	13965	37397	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 55 % 17.0% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
195	Shoreline Community College	54	76.05	--	11767	43123	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA Based in Shoreline, Shoreline Community College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 11% of students attending Shoreline Community College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 54%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 54 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,123
196	National University	53	54.55	750 – 1,170	28115	64331	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West National University San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, National University’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 46% of students attending National University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 53 % Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 750 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $28,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,331
197	Northwest Indian College	53	0	--	9875	29768	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Northwest Indian College Bellingham, WA First Year Retention Rate 53 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,768
198	Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education	52.63	93.28	--	24892	50495	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland, WA Based in Kirkland, Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 13% of students at Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education currently receive institutional grant......Read more First Year Retention Rate 53 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
199	Alaska Pacific University	50	85.97	870 – 1,160	23667	47803	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 50% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
200	American College of Healthcare Sciences	50	58.22	--	24016	26458	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West American College of Healthcare Sciences Portland, OR Located in Portland, American College of Healthcare Sciences’s acceptance rate is 58% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of students at American College of Healthcare Sciences currently receive grant aid from the school. At American College of Healthcare Sciences, there is a 50% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,458
201	Angeles College	50	0	--	24659	26732	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Angeles College Los Angeles, CA First Year Retention Rate 50 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,732
202	Golden Gate University	50	57.52	--	0	81704	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Golden Gate University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Golden Gate University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students at Golden Gate University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 50%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,704
203	Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts	50	0	--	29367	64364	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts San Jose, CA First Year Retention Rate 50 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,364
204	Los Angeles Film School	50	95.1	--	32944	24375	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Los Angeles Film School Hollywood, CA Located in Hollywood, Los Angeles Film School accepts 95% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 17% of students attending Los Angeles Film School currently receive grant aid from the school. At Los Angeles Film School, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 43% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,375
205	Newschool of Architecture and Design	50	100	--	50190	57073	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Newschool of Architecture and Design San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, Newschool of Architecture and Design’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students attending Newschool of Architecture and Design will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 50% and 26% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 19.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $50,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,073
206	University of Hawaii Maui College	50	84.49	--	9479	28263	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Hawaii Maui College Kahului, HI Located in Kahului, the University of Hawaii Maui College accepts 84% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending the University of Hawaii Maui College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,479 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,263
207	Everett Community College	46	91.77	--	13184	39316	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Everett Community College Everett, WA Found in Everett, Everett Community College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Everett Community College, there is a 46% first year retention rate and around 0%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 46 % Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
208	California Miramar University	44	65.52	--	9298	63721	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Miramar University San Diego, CA Based in San Diego, California Miramar University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 33% of students attending California Miramar University currently receive institutional grant......Read more First Year Retention Rate 44 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
209	University of Massachusetts Global	42	92.86	--	31715	55438	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo, CA Located in Aliso Viejo, the University of Massachusetts Global accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 1% of students at the University of Massachusetts Global will receive......Read more First Year Retention Rate 42 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,715 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
210	Chaminade University of Honolulu	40.12	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. First Year Retention Rate 40 % Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
211	Chamberlain University-Nevada	40	75	--	38578	84533	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Chamberlain University-Nevada Las Vegas, NV Found in Las Vegas, Chamberlain University-Nevada accepts 75% of applicants and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students attending Chamberlain University-Nevada will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 40%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 40 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $38,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
212	California College of ASU	36	51.31	--	35614	33350	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California College of ASU Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, California College of ASU accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 82% of students at California College of ASU currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 36 % 50.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,350
213	ATI College-Whittier	25	0	--	25796	36256	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West ATI College-Whittier Whitter, CA First Year Retention Rate 25 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,796 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,256
214	Alliant International University-San Diego	0	0	--	0	47218	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,218
215	Antelope Valley Community College District	0	0	--	8294	28110	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
216	Bakersfield College	0	79.48	--	5892	29867	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
217	Bellevue College	0	17.36	--	11926	47460	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bellevue College Bellevue, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
218	Bellingham Technical College	0	17.36	--	7517	43235	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,235
219	CBD College	0	95.45	--	19098	34724	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West CBD College Los Angeles, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
220	California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City	0	0	--	18936	63721	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City National City, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
221	Casa Loma College-Los Angeles	0	36.41	--	26780	50197	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Casa Loma College-Los Angeles Sherman Oaks, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 36.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,197
222	Cascadia College	0	95.45	--	13863	44620	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Cascadia College Bothell, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
223	Centralia College	0	90.25	--	12280	35989	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Centralia College Centralia, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
224	Chamberlain University-California	0	60	--	0	84533	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Chamberlain University-California Rancho Cordova, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
225	Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science	0	90.45	820 – 970	27789	60939	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 820 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,939
226	Charter College	0	100	--	24795	35427	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Charter College Anchorage, AK First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,795 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,427
227	City University of Seattle	0	90.25	--	0	56195	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West City University of Seattle Seattle, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,195
228	Clark College	0	90.25	--	11547	37411	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Clark College Vancouver, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
229	Clover Park Technical College	0	90.25	--	6216	36840	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Clover Park Technical College Lakewood, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,840
230	College of Southern Nevada	0	0	--	7293	31822	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
231	Cypress College	0	0	--	7730	35285	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Cypress College Cypress, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
232	Foothill College	0	0	--	9665	48920	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
233	Fremont University	0	100	--	32304	30681	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Fremont University Cerritos, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,681
234	Green River College	0	75.96	--	13621	43127	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Green River College Auburn, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
235	Homestead Schools	0	71.83	--	14190	43413	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Homestead Schools Torrance, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,413
236	Ilisagvik College	0	82.5	--	10365	31396	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Ilisagvik College Barrow, AK First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,396
237	Interior Designers Institute	0	98.83	--	0	51615	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Interior Designers Institute Newport Beach, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,615
238	Lake Washington Institute of Technology	0	75.96	--	8545	44895	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,895
239	Loma Linda University	0	93.3	--	0	88185	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,185
240	Lower Columbia College	0	0	--	10613	36296	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Lower Columbia College Longview, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,296
241	Mt Hood Community College	0	0	--	6667	36246	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
242	North Seattle College	0	75.96	--	10864	46383	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West North Seattle College Seattle, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
243	North-West College-San Diego	0	0	--	43330	59213	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West North-West College-San Diego San Diego, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $43,330 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
244	Northeastern University Oakland	0	16.54	1,400 – 1,510	0	78413	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
245	Olympic College	0	88.21	--	11105	34510	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Olympic College Bremerton, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
246	Oregon Health & Science University	0	66.36	--	0	99818	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,818
247	PCI College	0	39.44	--	24249	29823	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West PCI College Cerritos, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,823
248	Pacific College	0	50	--	21941	62792	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific College Costa Mesa, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,792
249	Pacific Oaks College	0	10	--	0	47962	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pacific Oaks College Pasadena, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,962
250	Peninsula College	0	80.53	--	6525	34154	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Peninsula College Port Angeles, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,154
251	Pierce College District	0	97.2	--	10851	39406	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Pierce College District Lakewood, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
252	Platt College-Anaheim	0	0	--	25733	38619	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Platt College-Anaheim Anaheim, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
253	Platt College-Los Angeles	0	92.86	--	29947	38619	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Platt College-Los Angeles Alhambra, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
254	Platt College-Ontario	0	99.3	--	25958	38619	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Platt College-Ontario Ontario, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
255	Platt College-Riverside	0	67.06	--	25471	38619	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Platt College-Riverside Riverside, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
256	Renton Technical College	0	76.28	--	7621	45679	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Renton Technical College Renton, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,679
257	Rio Hondo College	0	80.92	--	13920	35115	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,115
258	Samuel Merritt University	0	80.92	1,020 – 1,200	0	56709	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,709
259	San Diego Mesa College	0	80.92	--	3175	35773	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
260	San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia	0	50.55	--	28857	36007	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,007
261	Santa Monica College	0	43.84	--	5636	31977	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
262	Seattle Central College	0	64.99	--	8093	39072	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Seattle Central College Seattle, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
263	Shasta College	0	0	--	7751	59213	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Shasta College Redding, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
264	Skagit Valley College	0	76.05	--	8365	36892	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Skagit Valley College Mount Vernon, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,892
265	Skyline College	0	99.03	--	4652	41261	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Skyline College San Bruno, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,261
266	Smith Chason College	0	68.44	--	33522	48956	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Smith Chason College Los Angeles, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,956
267	Solano Community College	0	88.49	--	6317	35071	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Solano Community College Fairfield, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,071
268	South Puget Sound Community College	0	0	--	11896	37270	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West South Puget Sound Community College Olympia, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,270
269	South Seattle College	0	64.99	--	8596	43070	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West South Seattle College Seattle, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
270	Spokane Community College	0	76.05	--	6773	37814	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Spokane Community College Spokane, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,814
271	Spokane Falls Community College	0	76.05	--	8679	34393	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Spokane Falls Community College Spokane, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,393
272	Sumner College	0	86.67	--	26716	63316	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Sumner College Portland, OR First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,316
273	Touro University Worldwide	0	33.85	--	18428	48057	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Touro University Worldwide Los Alamitos, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 33.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,428 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,057
274	United States University	0	81.78	--	20197	34909	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West United States University San Diego, CA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,909
275	Wenatchee Valley College	0	42.53	--	11977	37011	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Wenatchee Valley College Wenatchee, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,011
276	Western Nevada College	0	85.31	--	15793	36917	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Western Nevada College Carson City, NV First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,793 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,917
277	Whatcom Community College	0	91.31	--	11629	38429	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Whatcom Community College Bellingham, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,429
278	Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs	0	100	--	0	49510	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs Spokane, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
279	Yakima Valley College	0	86.77	--	12326	35969	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Far West Yakima Valley College Yakima, WA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,969