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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	Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland	100	100	--	39762	32840	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Arizona College of Nursing-Cleveland Beachwood, OH First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $39,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
2	Central Ohio Technical College	100	62.82	--	9115	37165	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Central Ohio Technical College Newark, OH Located in Newark, Central Ohio Technical College’s acceptance rate is 63% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 42% of students at Central Ohio Technical College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,165
3	Chamberlain University-Indiana	100	100	--	16149	84533	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Chamberlain University-Indiana Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Chamberlain University-Indiana’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Chamberlain University-Indiana currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
4	Clark State College	100	100	--	11860	32341	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Clark State College Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Clark State College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $15 for undergraduate applications. About 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $1,483 on average. At Clark State College, there is a 100% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,341
5	Felbry College	100	85.42	--	57632	63721	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Felbry College Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Felbry College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $125 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $57,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
6	Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University	100	100	--	7368	18027	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University Hayward, WI Found in Hayward, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,027
7	Sacred Heart Major Seminary	100	100	1,080 – 1,240	6928	63721	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Sacred Heart Major Seminary accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $6,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	Saint Anthony College of Nursing	100	100	--	30212	76111	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Anthony College of Nursing Rockford, IL Based in Rockford, Saint Anthony College of Nursing accepts 100% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Anthony College of Nursing currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,111
9	Veritas Baptist College	100	95	--	21695	30634	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Veritas Baptist College Lawrenceburg, IN Based in Lawrenceburg, Veritas Baptist College accepts 95% of applicants and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of students at Veritas Baptist College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,634
10	University of Chicago	99	4.56	1,510 – 1,570	28060	80870	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 42,800 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more First Year Retention Rate 99 % Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
11	Northwestern University	98	7.69	1,510 – 1,560	26830	76844	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
12	University of Notre Dame	98	9.38	1,460 – 1,540	29300	86210	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 9.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $29,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
13	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	97.48	16.42	1,390 – 1,530	17574	73762	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 45% of accepted students decide to attend. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
14	University of Wisconsin-Madison	96.3	40.81	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 40.8% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
15	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	95.33	36.59	1,400 – 1,530	13973	64802	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 74% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 36.6% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
16	Bellin College	95	97.18	1,010 – 1,180	37954	72118	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bellin College Green Bay, WI Located in Green Bay, Bellin College accepts 97% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students attending Bellin College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 95 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $37,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,118
17	Kettering University	94.3	78.67	1,100 – 1,310	35609	80275	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kettering University Flint, MI Located in Flint, Kettering University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $35,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,275
18	Taylor University	94	98.81	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 61 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 94% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 94 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
19	Case Western Reserve University	93.3	37.78	1,440 – 1,540	44000	75613	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 88% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $40,221 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $44,000 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
20	Hillsdale College	93	19.25	1,350 – 1,480	23993	63721	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hillsdale College Hillsdale, MI Hillsdale College’s motto is “Virtus Tentamine Gaudet” or “Strength Rejoices in the Challenge.” The school has a 93% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. All students have to take courses on the “Great Books” and the United States Constitution. 75% will graduate within 4 years. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 19.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $23,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
21	Marquette University	93	78.02	1,230 – 1,380	34322	65241	#21 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,600 out of 20,000 applications. 12% of these students decided to attend....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $34,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
22	Ohio State University-Main Campus	93	49.2	1,290 – 1,450	19783	51438	#22 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 956 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 49.2% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
23	Wheaton College	92.47	84.91	1,270 – 1,460	31356	50270	#23 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Clinical Psychology is the most popular major. A NCAA Division III with football school, athletes, wearing blue and orange, are known as The Thunder and compete in the College Conference of Illinois and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $31,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
24	Purdue University-Main Campus	92.37	43.43	1,240 – 1,500	13722	60838	#24 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
25	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	91.61	80.9	1,290 – 1,480	45406	85935	#25 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
26	Denison University	91.14	19.55	1,290 – 1,450	43721	51352	#26 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 91% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 78% will graduate in six years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 19.6% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $43,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
27	Kenyon College	91	30.15	1,400 – 1,510	46859	46627	#27 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 91% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $46,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
28	Oberlin College	91	34.16	1,380 – 1,520	51624	38871	#28 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Oberlin College Oberlin, OH In the United States, Oberlin College is the oldest coeducational liberal arts college and its Conservatory of Music is the oldest operational conservatory. 60% of students will graduate within four years (80% within six). Oberlin’s motto is “Learning and Labor.” First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $51,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,871
29	Michigan State University	90.5	83.24	1,100 – 1,330	23657	55084	#29 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
30	Indiana University-Bloomington	90.4	75.89	1,230 – 1,430	17270	53417	#30 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 90% first year retention rate. 80% of students graduate in six years. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
31	Cedarville University	90	65.29	1,120 – 1,350	27150	47937	#31 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Cedarville University first opened in 1887. One famous alumnus is Grace Norman, who won a gold medal and bronze medal for the United States in the 2016 Paralympics, for the triathlon and 400m respectively. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid from Cedarville, around $20,740 per student on average. First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,937
32	Cleveland Institute of Music	90	47.31	--	29683	20170	#32 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleveland Institute of Music Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Music accepts 47% of applicants. They charge $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,170
33	University of Dayton	90	66.59	1,240 – 1,400	32794	62477	#33 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Dayton Dayton, OH The University of Dayton is a private, Catholic institution affiliated with the Society of Mary. With roots going back to 1850, the school now sits on both sides of the Great Miami River. 95% of UD students receive grant aid – $33,418 on average each....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $32,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
34	Miami University-Oxford	89.99	74	1,200 – 1,370	28229	49773	#34 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
35	Hope College	89.65	87.12	1,100 – 1,340	30700	49727	#35 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 77% six year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
36	Lake Forest College	89.4	53.63	1,230 – 1,380	31225	51324	#36 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL A liberal arts college, Lake Forest College is located just a half mile from Lake Michigan and 30 miles north of Chicago. With over 30 majors available, many undergraduates choose to study Business/Commerce, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. 13% of accepted students decide to enroll. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 53.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,324
37	DePauw University	89	56.02	1,190 – 1,410	31411	58476	#37 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $31,411 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
38	Michigan Technological University	88.5	85.46	1,140 – 1,360	16879	69672	#38 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
39	Antioch College	88.24	45.68	1,010 – 1,240	15964	32114	#39 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Antioch College Yellow Springs, OH Found in Yellow Springs, Antioch College accepts 46% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Antioch College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Antioch College, there is a 88% first year retention rate and 14% of students will earn their degree in......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 22.6% Acceptance Rate 45.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,114
40	Calvin University	88	67.91	1,120 – 1,350	25231	48039	#40 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Calvin University accepts 68% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,039
41	Cleveland Institute of Art	88	61.35	1,050 – 1,310	30837	33148	#41 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Art accepts 61% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Cleveland Institute of Art will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 61.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,148
42	Lawrence University	88	66.63	1,190 – 1,410	27161	40653	#42 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University, founded in 1847 as one of the nation’s first coeducational institutions, offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences education alongside its world-renowned Conservatory of Music....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,161 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,653
43	VanderCook College of Music	88	91.67	880 – 1,130	21306	45704	#43 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) VanderCook College of Music Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, VanderCook College of Music accepts 92% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending VanderCook College of Music will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At VanderCook......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,306 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,704
44	Franciscan University of Steubenville	87	58.36	1,110 – 1,350	23086	42037	#44 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 87% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
45	Mercy College of Ohio	87	93.22	840 – 1,040	15311	61877	#45 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mercy College of Ohio Toledo, OH Found in Toledo, Mercy College of Ohio accepts 93% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Mercy College of Ohio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $15,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,877
46	DePaul University	86.42	87.8	1,160 – 1,360	34135	54695	#46 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DePaul University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, DePaul University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at DePaul University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $24,831 on average. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,695
47	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	86.42	88.04	1,180 – 1,370	24696	48310	#47 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
48	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	86.2	79.97	1,120 – 1,290	14712	49626	#48 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
49	Hebrew Theological College	86	57.14	1,040 – 1,140	16158	32793	#49 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hebrew Theological College Skokie, IL Located in Skokie, Hebrew Theological College accepts 57% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 67% of students attending Hebrew Theological College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,793
50	Milwaukee School of Engineering	85.89	67.11	1,190 – 1,380	25669	75114	#50 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Milwaukee School of Engineering Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Milwaukee School of Engineering’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Milwaukee School of Engineering will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,114
51	Kalamazoo College	85.67	83.34	1,110 – 1,390	26956	46137	#51 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo College is the leading producer of Peace Corps members out of small liberal arts colleges. Its motto is “Lux Esto,” which is Latin for “Be Light.” Many of K College’s faculty hold a terminal degree in their field. Students follow the “K Plan” – an academic plan that focuses on liberal arts, study abroad, and community. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
52	Saint Mary's College	85.6	91.09	1,070 – 1,320	27865	53470	#52 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s non selective and has a 25% yield. 85% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
53	John Carroll University	85.57	77.32	1,210 – 1,360	30030	53187	#53 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 85%. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $30,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
54	Butler University	84.94	82.09	1,180 – 1,360	38438	61627	#54 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Butler University Indianapolis, IN 469 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $38,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
55	Loyola University Chicago	84.9	75.1	1,160 – 1,370	39147	58411	#55 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Loyola University Chicago accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 84% and around 66% of students will graduate in four years or less. The three......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $39,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,411
56	Ohio University-Main Campus	84.7	86.89	1,140 – 1,310	21907	48991	#56 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
57	The College of Wooster	84.68	64.38	1,260 – 1,440	28004	43895	#57 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $28,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
58	Ohio Northern University	84.33	73.84	1,090 – 1,320	25941	62686	#58 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, and Other are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
59	Ohio Wesleyan University	84.1	64.41	1,180 – 1,390	23006	42495	#59 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $23,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
60	Moody Bible Institute	84	82.69	980 – 1,180	21614	40210	#60 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Moody Bible Institute accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,210
61	Northwestern Michigan College	84	69.95	--	7427	34918	#61 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City, MI Based in Traverse City, Northwestern Michigan College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 52% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,918
62	School of the Art Institute of Chicago	84	77.47	1,080 – 1,240	55631	26742	#62 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) School of the Art Institute of Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 84%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $55,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,742
63	University of Detroit Mercy	84	75.07	1,040 – 1,280	16790	64534	#63 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the University of Detroit Mercy’s acceptance rate is 75%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 84%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 75.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,534
64	Wabash College	83.98	57.05	1,140 – 1,350	25562	52667	#64 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wabash College Crawfordsville, IN Wabash College is an all men’s school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% of students receive grant aid - around $39,605 each - and 72% graduate within six years. The student paper, “The Bachelor,” has been in publication since the early 1900s. First Year Retention Rate 84 % 9.7% Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,667
65	Saint Norbert College	83.67	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27880	49775	#65 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 66% graduate in four years, 72% in six. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
66	University of Evansville	83.4	94.12	1,070 – 1,280	18773	46734	#66 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
67	Xavier University	83.1	84.8	1,170 – 1,430	33623	54758	#67 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 7.3% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $33,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
68	Andrews University	83	81.85	1,020 – 1,270	24728	43254	#68 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI Based in Berrien Springs, Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and its four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $24,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,254
69	Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati	83	50	--	27714	58951	#69 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Galen College of Nursing-Cincinnati accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 1% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 0% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
70	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	83	88.94	970 – 1,210	23402	51329	#70 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 541 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 83% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
71	University of Illinois Chicago	82.51	75.76	1,040 – 1,320	10852	53218	#71 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Around 24,000 undergraduates are currently enrolled at the University of Illinois Chicago, and it's the largest university within the Chicago metropolitan area. With 16 colleges, it offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
72	University of Michigan-Dearborn	82.48	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#72 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
73	Maranatha Baptist University	82.46	89.08	1,080 – 1,280	28415	40403	#73 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Found in Watertown, Maranatha Baptist University accepts 89% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 90% of students at Maranatha Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 6.3% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,415 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,403
74	Aquinas College	82.3	97.26	920 – 1,150	18018	40161	#74 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
75	Western Michigan University	82.09	91.21	960 – 1,220	17331	45356	#75 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 390 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 82% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
76	Augustana College	82	66.28	1,030 – 1,290	24714	49849	#76 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
77	Bradley University	82	74.59	1,060 – 1,290	23787	59114	#77 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
78	College for Creative Studies	82	91.94	990 – 1,210	36055	33691	#78 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) College for Creative Studies Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the College for Creative Studies accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at the College for Creative Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $36,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,691
79	Illinois Wesleyan University	82	48.54	1,120 – 1,330	28644	56082	#79 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 49% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
80	Wayne State University	82	83.59	1,070 – 1,300	14416	45207	#80 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $14,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
81	Illinois State University	81.88	85.55	1,000 – 1,230	21369	50599	#81 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 51% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
82	Lewis University	81.87	69.16	990 – 1,270	18959	56095	#82 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lewis University Romeoville, IL Found in Romeoville, Lewis University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,095
83	Hanover College	81.61	82.15	1,100 – 1,270	23683	42876	#83 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
84	Earlham College	81.52	79.04	1,130 – 1,350	27107	35430	#84 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,107 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
85	Beloit College	81.25	70.39	1,200 – 1,400	24455	41660	#85 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 74%, Beloit’s most popular major is Psychology, General. Their colors are orange, black, and white, and their mascot is a polar bear. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
86	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	81.05	80.89	1,010 – 1,220	24283	41281	#86 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Found in Bowling Green, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus accepts 81% of applicants and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending Bowling Green State University-Main Campus currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, there......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
87	Gods Bible School and College	81	75.32	960 – 1,170	13252	29555	#87 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Gods Bible School and College Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, Gods Bible School and College accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 87% of students attending Gods Bible School and College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,555
88	Illinois Institute of Technology	81	61.87	1,220 – 1,430	24796	70803	#88 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Illinois Institute of Technology currently receive grant aid from the......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 5.8% Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $24,796 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,803
89	Mount Carmel College of Nursing	81	84.29	930 – 1,080	10065	68161	#89 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Carmel College of Nursing Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Mount Carmel College of Nursing accepts 84% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 50% of students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing will receive grant aid from the school. At Mount Carmel College of Nursing, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 44% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,161
90	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	80.9	38.5	1,110 – 1,310	15151	50011	#90 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 38%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
91	Knox College	80.81	77.2	1,150 – 1,440	25709	37757	#91 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
92	University of Toledo	80.43	88.89	1,020 – 1,250	17844	44162	#92 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
93	Illinois College	80.2	74.94	930 – 1,190	17375	40110	#93 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $31,609....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 13.5% Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
94	Elmhurst University	80.03	75.01	1,000 – 1,270	24629	52803	#94 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $24,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
95	Columbus College of Art & Design	80	67.66	970 – 1,190	31801	30590	#95 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Columbus College of Art & Design Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Columbus College of Art & Design’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Columbus College of Art & Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $31,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,590
96	Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design	80	60.54	1,020 – 1,270	27579	29841	#96 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $27,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,841
97	Sinclair Community College	80	0	--	5821	33821	#97 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,821
98	The University of Findlay	80	67.48	970 – 1,210	27297	49757	#98 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The University of Findlay Findlay, OH Located in Findlay, The University of Findlay accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 80% and 47%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 8.1% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,757
99	Trine University	80	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#99 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 52% of students will earn......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
100	Kent State University at Kent	79.77	76.03	980 – 1,230	21278	40179	#100 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
101	Otterbein University	79.7	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#101 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
102	Alma College	79.23	65.69	930 – 1,150	22094	45720	#102 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,200 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a student-to-faculty ratio 14 to 1, and 79% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 6.8% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
103	Central Michigan University	79.16	91.04	980 – 1,220	17575	46567	#103 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $14,325 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 93% of students. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
104	Carroll University	79	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	27031	54456	#104 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
105	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	79	84.15	990 – 1,230	22961	43046	#105 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
106	North Central College	79	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#106 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
107	Northwood University	79	64.51	950 – 1,160	25549	54058	#107 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northwood University Midland, MI Found in Midland, Northwood University accepts 65% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 64.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,058
108	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	79	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#108 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
109	University of Michigan-Flint	78.85	67.34	950 – 1,210	7852	45453	#109 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI Based in Flint, the University of Michigan-Flint accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $7,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
110	Aurora University	78.8	82.04	910 – 1,150	19053	51237	#110 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 6,040 applications. 16% of accepted students, or 810, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
111	Huntington University	78.51	75.18	940 – 1,190	19767	40702	#111 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
112	Spring Arbor University	78.14	65.18	1,010 – 1,240	21067	45592	#112 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Found in Spring Arbor, Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 98% of students attending Spring Arbor University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 65.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,592
113	Concordia University-Wisconsin	78	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	31916	49761	#113 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
114	Cornerstone University	78	77.77	1,000 – 1,220	21335	42598	#114 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Cornerstone University accepts 78% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Cornerstone University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,335 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
115	Ferris State University	78	82.37	890 – 1,140	10825	47339	#115 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
116	Oakland City University	78	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#116 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 47% four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
117	Saginaw Valley State University	77.8	78.43	930 – 1,170	11546	43530	#117 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Psychology, and General are also commonly chosen programs. A somewhat selective school, 98% of students receive institutional grants, $7,869 on average. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
118	Grand Valley State University	77.7	92.71	950 – 1,200	17198	47840	#118 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 77% of students continued their studies at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
119	Ball State University	77.6	86.25	1,100 – 1,270	13599	44394	#119 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
120	Valparaiso University	77.2	89.94	1,070 – 1,300	21766	55216	#120 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 90% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 60% of students will graduate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
121	Ashland University	77	76.4	1,040 – 1,210	22610	47722	#121 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ashland University Ashland, OH Found in Ashland, Ashland University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Ashland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and its......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,722
122	Grace College and Theological Seminary	77	82.15	1,030 – 1,230	21065	41463	#122 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN Grace College and Theological Seminary was founded in 1948, though it has roots going back to 1937. Affiliated with the Charis Fellowship, the school’s motto is “To know Christ and to make Him known.” On campus, 77% of freshmen return for their sophomore year, and 68% graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,463
123	Ripon College	77	81.86	1,140 – 1,310	23772	42334	#123 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ripon College Ripon, WI Found in Ripon, Ripon College accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ripon College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,334
124	University of Mount Union	77	78.2	960 – 1,220	23616	45919	#124 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 23% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
125	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	77	95.98	970 – 1,180	12709	47909	#125 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 89 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 12,000 applications and accepted 12,000. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
126	University of St Francis	76.78	65.28	900 – 1,160	14045	56648	#126 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 76% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
127	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	76.4	87.56	930 – 1,210	14769	46524	#127 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
128	Dominican University	76.33	88.79	870 – 1,140	13402	47907	#128 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Dominican University River Forest, IL Based in River Forest, Dominican University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,907
129	Oakland University	76.2	88.97	900 – 1,180	12208	49017	#129 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
130	Marian University	76	95.46	970 – 1,200	22786	55704	#130 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
131	Muskingum University	76	81.01	900 – 1,110	19695	40536	#131 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
132	Saint Xavier University	76	84.3	960 – 1,140	11318	50784	#132 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,318 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
133	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	76	97.5	980 – 1,220	17115	46384	#133 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 10,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
134	Lawrence Technological University	75.89	81.01	1,030 – 1,270	34083	58827	#134 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 81% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 75% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $34,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
135	Baldwin Wallace University	75.64	77.39	1,120 – 1,300	27991	44972	#135 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 75% first year retention rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 9.8% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
136	Northern Michigan University	75.6	85.05	990 – 1,210	15707	37996	#136 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 85% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
137	University of Wisconsin-Stout	75.37	91.71	1,080 – 1,290	15673	50251	#137 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 92% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
138	Principia College	75.36	68.98	1,060 – 1,290	18248	63721	#138 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Principia College Elsah, IL Principia College offers up to Bachelor's degrees. Found on the Mississippi River, part of the campus is named a National Historic Landmark District. Class sizes are extremely small, with an average 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 75% of students stay on after the first year and 71% graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
139	Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield	75	100	--	35849	32840	#139 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield Southfield, MI Located in Southfield, Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
140	Goshen College	75	83.42	880 – 1,110	16693	43218	#140 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Goshen College Goshen, IN Found in Goshen, Goshen College accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 6.4% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,218
141	Malone University	75	76.23	960 – 1,200	22390	43056	#141 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Malone University Canton, OH Malone University offers up to Post-master's certificates. Affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church, the school’s motto is “Christ’s Kingdom First.” A part of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, 427 Pioneers compete in sports, such as Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 76.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,056
142	Professional Skills Institute	75	83.12	--	20389	44172	#142 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Professional Skills Institute Maumee, OH Located in Maumee, Professional Skills Institute’s acceptance rate is 83% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Professional Skills Institute will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $0 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,172
143	University of Southern Indiana	75	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#143 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
144	Vincennes University	75	82.27	--	12895	35834	#144 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Located in Vincennes, Vincennes University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 61% of students attending Vincennes University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 50.0% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
145	Viterbo University	75	97.56	1,080 – 1,240	21933	56804	#145 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
146	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	74.47	92.45	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#146 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
147	University of Wisconsin-Superior	74.24	79.64	1,050 – 1,230	13215	41868	#147 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 80% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
148	Kettering College	74	76.54	1,010 – 1,180	22036	60692	#148 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kettering College Kettering, OH Located in Kettering, Kettering College accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $6,854 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,692
149	Monmouth College	74	90.85	1,010 – 1,230	17768	43158	#149 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 91% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 55% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
150	Wilberforce University	74	40.5	850 – 1,080	5533	35146	#150 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wilberforce University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Wilberforce University accepts 40% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Wilberforce University will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Wilberforce University after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,146
151	Marietta College	73.62	78.2	970 – 1,210	22007	51252	#151 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 6.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
152	Capital University	73.39	65.01	920 – 1,170	22395	45767	#152 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Capital University Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Capital University accepts 65% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Capital University will receive institutional grant aid. At Capital University, there is a 73% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will graduate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,767
153	Heidelberg University	73.04	82	900 – 1,150	19447	41440	#153 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Heidelberg University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
154	Chamberlain University-Illinois	73	82.64	790 – 900	31599	84533	#154 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Chamberlain University-Illinois Addison, IL Found in Addison, Chamberlain University-Illinois accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of students at Chamberlain University-Illinois currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 790 – 900 Avg. Net Price $31,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
155	Edgewood University	73	74.98	1,040 – 1,210	27038	53843	#155 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Edgewood University Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,038 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
156	Northern Illinois University	73	71.64	960 – 1,180	14243	46113	#156 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, and Computer Science. First Year Retention Rate 73 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
157	Olivet Nazarene University	73	55.86	980 – 1,230	21281	49278	#157 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
158	Wisconsin Lutheran College	72.5	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	24095	49095	#158 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
159	Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	72	45.88	850 – 1,210	19523	50096	#159 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Canton, OH Based in Canton, Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 46%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students attending Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 72% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,096
160	Bethel University	72	97.66	900 – 1,160	19494	44271	#160 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bethel University Mishawaka, IN Located in Mishawaka, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Bethel University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 41% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,271
161	Walsh University	72	70.74	1,040 – 1,280	23933	50090	#161 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 72% of students continued their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
162	Wilmington College	72	92.4	890 – 1,150	26548	41889	#162 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
163	University of Akron Main Campus	71.83	77.22	940 – 1,210	14693	42269	#163 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 77% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
164	Eastern Michigan University	71.62	77.72	930 – 1,180	15742	43148	#164 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). First Year Retention Rate 72 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
165	Tiffin University	71.58	80.07	870 – 1,100	26068	42475	#165 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Tiffin University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Tiffin University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Tiffin University, there is a 71% first year retention rate and a 31% four year graduation......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,475
166	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	71.3	97.11	970 – 1,210	16263	45851	#166 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
167	Mount St. Joseph University	71.1	91.28	990 – 1,220	17094	43595	#167 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 3.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
168	Wright State University-Lake Campus	71.08	98.19	770 – 1,110	11008	42229	#168 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wright State University-Lake Campus Celina, OH Found in Celina, Wright State University-Lake Campus accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 83% of students attending Wright State University-Lake Campus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 16.5% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 770 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
169	Greenville University	71	97.66	820 – 1,260	20799	40307	#169 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 820 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
170	North Central State College	71	100	--	4065	34892	#170 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) North Central State College Mansfield, OH Based in Mansfield, North Central State College’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 34% of students at North Central State College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,892
171	Shawnee State University	71	81.47	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#171 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
172	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	70.72	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#172 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
173	Benedictine University	70.5	95.76	1,010 – 1,240	23139	50222	#173 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 6.8% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
174	Indiana University-Northwest	70.5	77.1	920 – 1,120	5745	39714	#174 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN Located in Gary, Indiana University-Northwest accepts 77% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students at Indiana University-Northwest will receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-Northwest, there is a 70% first year retention rate and 20% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $5,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,714
175	University of Illinois Springfield	70.43	83.16	950 – 1,210	10809	47432	#175 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Illinois Springfield Springfield, IL The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three in the University of Illinois system and is located in the state's capitol city. U of I offers 48 degree programs with Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, and Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst being the most sought after....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 5.8% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,432
176	Youngstown State University	70.43	91.45	1,010 – 1,230	12757	37590	#176 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 79% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 70% first year retention rate and a 33% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,757 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
177	Cleveland State University	70.25	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#177 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 70% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
178	North Park University	70.21	69.49	1,010 – 1,140	20372	49326	#178 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 70% first year retention rate and 37% of students will earn their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 13.2% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,372 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
179	Baker College	70	82.48	870 – 1,180	13616	33619	#179 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Baker College Owosso, MI Based in Owosso, Baker College accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Baker College, there is a 70% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
180	Holy Cross College	70	75.18	1,050 – 1,350	22421	41335	#180 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Holy Cross College Notre Dame, IN Based in Notre Dame, Holy Cross College accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 71% of students at Holy Cross College currently receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at Holy Cross College after completing their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,335
181	Lake Superior State University	70	100	930 – 1,340	12339	42767	#181 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI Based in Sault Ste Marie, Lake Superior State University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending Lake Superior State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $12,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,767
182	Purdue University Northwest	70	74.52	900 – 1,130	7916	48439	#182 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 75% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 74% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
183	University of Indianapolis	70	72.8	970 – 1,190	22662	46452	#183 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
184	Ursuline College	70	74.79	1,030 – 1,200	16350	45646	#184 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ursuline College Pepper Pike, OH Ursuline College is a private liberal arts school founded in 1871 as a Catholic women's college. While men can attend, the school continues to provide a woman-focused education and the majority of students are women. A top area of study at Ursuline College is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,646
185	Indiana University-Kokomo	69.6	83.07	940 – 1,140	3880	42134	#185 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, IN Based in Kokomo, Indiana University-Kokomo accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending Indiana University-Kokomo currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $3,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,134
186	Eastern Illinois University	69.3	70.73	890 – 1,150	13787	42694	#186 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 71% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
187	Indiana State University	69	91.57	900 – 1,130	12066	41047	#187 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 92% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
188	The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences	69	58.94	850 – 1,210	18892	64942	#188 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 59%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 82% of students at The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 58.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,942
189	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	69	86.51	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#189 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
190	Concordia University-Chicago	68.99	92.98	1,000 – 1,200	19073	44405	#190 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 68% first year retention rate and a 37% four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 13.1% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,073 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
191	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	68.72	97.51	950 – 1,220	10234	42154	#191 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 22% of students will graduate in......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
192	Albion College	67.97	74.37	950 – 1,180	16719	48203	#192 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. First Year Retention Rate 68 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
193	Blackburn College	67	63.19	890 – 1,150	18460	36665	#193 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 63% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
194	Marian University	67	75	930 – 1,110	22697	49839	#194 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Located in Fond Du Lac, Marian University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,697 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,839
195	McKendree University	67	71.72	920 – 1,300	22444	49439	#195 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
196	Miami University-Middletown	67	0	--	10574	49773	#196 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Miami University-Middletown Middletown, OH First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
197	Hiram College	66.8	97.48	970 – 1,180	21868	40270	#197 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Hiram College Hiram, OH Based in Hiram, Hiram College accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Hiram College will receive institutional grant aid. At Hiram College, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 7.0% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,270
198	Millikin University	66.7	76.5	950 – 1,180	22813	43100	#198 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 76% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and around 43% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 10.8% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,813 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
199	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	66.7	94.44	910 – 1,200	13473	43087	#199 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 94% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
200	Indiana University-South Bend	66.6	81.46	930 – 1,170	9003	41388	#200 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Found in South Bend, Indiana University-South Bend’s acceptance rate is 81% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 46% of students attending Indiana University-South Bend currently receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-South Bend, there is a 66% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,388
201	Indiana University-Southeast	66.4	84.2	990 – 1,200	9102	42290	#201 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, IN Based in New Albany, Indiana University-Southeast accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $9,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,290
202	Franklin College	66.14	72.54	1,090 – 1,290	24189	45635	#202 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 73%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 9.4% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
203	Columbia College Chicago	66.1	73.8	--	29473	32596	#203 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, Columbia College Chicago accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Columbia College Chicago will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,596
204	Cleary University	66	67.54	950 – 1,170	23705	55077	#204 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cleary University Howell, MI All of the available undergraduate majors at Cleary University focus on Business. In fact, Business Administration and Management, General is the most sought after area of study. It was first known as the Cleary School of Penmanship when it opened in 1883. 99% receive institutional grants from the university. First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,077
205	Manchester University	66	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#205 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
206	Kent State University at Ashtabula	65.85	77.33	890 – 1,010	12653	40179	#206 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Ashtabula Ashtabula, OH Found in Ashtabula, Kent State University at Ashtabula accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 61% of students attending Kent State University at Ashtabula will receive institutional grant......Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 23.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $12,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
207	Kent State University at Salem	65.85	77.33	890 – 1,010	13301	40179	#207 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Salem Salem, OH Located in Salem, Kent State University at Salem’s acceptance rate is 77% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 34% of students attending Kent State University at Salem currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 23.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
208	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	65.29	74.76	970 – 1,210	11429	46546	#208 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 75% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 34% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued studying at the University......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
209	University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	65.06	97.97	1,010 – 1,240	15882	48310	#209 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH Located in Blue Ash, the University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 37% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
210	Adrian College	65	72.57	920 – 1,170	25922	42805	#210 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,922 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
211	DeVry University-Illinois	65	98.37	680 – 1,020	30889	42178	#211 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DeVry University-Illinois Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, DeVry University-Illinois accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At DeVry University-Illinois, there is a 65% first year retention rate and around 11% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 680 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $30,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
212	Grace Christian University	65	99.16	970 – 1,180	13275	31450	#212 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Grace Christian University Wyoming, MI Located in Wyoming, Grace Christian University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 86% of students attending Grace Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,450
213	Rockford University	65	92.89	870 – 1,080	23642	45847	#213 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rockford University Rockford, IL Located in Rockford, Rockford University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 47% of students attending Rockford University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,847
214	Wright State University-Main Campus	65	96.17	930 – 1,220	15254	42229	#214 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH Based in Dayton, Wright State University-Main Campus accepts 96% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 87% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wright State University-Main Campus, there is a 65% first year retention rate and around 29% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 4.4% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
215	Purdue University Fort Wayne	64.06	77.35	970 – 1,230	14735	42873	#215 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 77%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 88% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
216	Wittenberg University	64.04	80.46	1,080 – 1,290	23537	42437	#216 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Wittenberg University Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Wittenberg University’s acceptance rate is 80% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Wittenberg University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,537 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,437
217	Alverno College	64	82.23	890 – 1,110	24425	51755	#217 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Alverno College Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Alverno College accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Alverno College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,755
218	Judson University	64	89.05	860 – 1,160	18673	45374	#218 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 8.5% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
219	Schoolcraft Community College District	63.78	0	840 – 1,100	5782	34749	#219 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI First Year Retention Rate 64 % 9.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 840 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,749
220	Madonna University	63.11	67.57	810 – 1,040	18373	49871	#220 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % 12.3% Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
221	Lakeland University	63	86.52	930 – 1,100	24253	49546	#221 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 63% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $24,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
222	Quincy University	63	55.1	1,020 – 1,210	19477	43331	#222 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Quincy University Quincy, IL Located in Quincy, Quincy University accepts 55% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Quincy University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 55.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331
223	Henry Ford College	62.2	0	--	1064	28100	#223 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Henry Ford College Dearborn, MI First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,100
224	Ohio University-Southern Campus	62.2	92.15	--	6014	48991	#224 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, OH Based in Ironton, Ohio University-Southern Campus accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 79% of students at Ohio University-Southern Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 15.2% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
225	Mount Mary University	62	83.1	930 – 1,210	20390	40421	#225 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Mount Mary University Milwaukee, WI Located in Milwaukee, Mount Mary University accepts 83% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 7.5% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,421
226	Ohio Christian University	62	37.97	850 – 930	20290	34457	#226 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Based in Circleville, Ohio Christian University’s acceptance rate is 38%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students at Ohio Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $20,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,457
227	Roosevelt University	62	97.16	910 – 1,190	22366	42896	#227 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Roosevelt University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Roosevelt University accepts 97% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 92% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $6,203 on average. 62% of students continued their studies at Roosevelt University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
228	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	62	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#228 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
229	Governors State University	61.76	56.5	760 – 760	12756	45435	#229 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Governors State University University Park, IL Based in University Park, Governors State University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Governors State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 12.1% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 760 – 760 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,435
230	Western Illinois University	61.36	71.18	880 – 1,120	14208	43057	#230 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Found in Macomb, Western Illinois University accepts 71% of applicants. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Western Illinois University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Western Illinois University, there is a 61% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
231	Davenport University	61	97.81	--	18538	47041	#231 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Davenport University accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Davenport University, there is a 61% first year retention rate and 6% of students will graduate in four years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,041
232	The University of Olivet	61	83.21	920 – 1,130	19362	42637	#232 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 83% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 61% and its four year graduation rate is 28%. Business......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
233	University of Northwestern Ohio	61	100	--	21853	45639	#233 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Northwestern Ohio Lima, OH Found in Lima, the University of Northwestern Ohio’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 51% of students attending the University of Northwestern Ohio currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,639
234	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus	60.7	89.21	--	5957	48991	#234 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, OH Based in Zanesville, Ohio University-Zanesville Campus accepts 89% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
235	Kent State University at Tuscarawas	60.55	78.2	750 – 990	12576	40179	#235 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OH Found in New Philadelphia, Kent State University at Tuscarawas accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of students attending Kent State University at Tuscarawas currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 750 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
236	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus	60.2	87.68	--	5854	48991	#236 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, OH Found in Lancaster, Ohio University-Lancaster Campus’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Ohio University-Lancaster Campus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % 20.4% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
237	Anderson University	60	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#237 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 47% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
238	Bluffton University	60	67.23	890 – 1,120	20429	41940	#238 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Located in Bluffton, Bluffton University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
239	Chamberlain University-Michigan	60	85.71	--	28045	84533	#239 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Chamberlain University-Michigan Troy, MI Located in Troy, Chamberlain University-Michigan accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $95 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of students attending Chamberlain University-Michigan currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
240	DeVry University-Ohio	60	100	--	25001	42178	#240 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) DeVry University-Ohio Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, DeVry University-Ohio’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at DeVry University-Ohio currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
241	Rochester Christian University	60	97.64	860 – 1,080	21611	40813	#241 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 98% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
242	Ohio University-Eastern Campus	59.7	96.06	--	4730	48991	#242 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, OH Found in Saint Clairsville, Ohio University-Eastern Campus accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of students at Ohio University-Eastern Campus currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % 5.2% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
243	Indiana University-East	59.5	67.18	970 – 1,170	8718	44827	#243 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana University-East Richmond, IN Found in Richmond, Indiana University-East’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 57% of students at Indiana University-East currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,718 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,827
244	Indiana Institute of Technology	59	70.39	950 – 1,160	24208	29717	#244 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN Found in Fort Wayne, Indiana Institute of Technology accepts 70% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Indiana Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $24,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
245	Kuyper College	59	69.1	940 – 1,170	17669	33956	#245 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kuyper College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Kuyper College accepts 69% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Kuyper College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 59%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,956
246	Lake Erie College	59	70.36	970 – 1,180	22892	43959	#246 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Lake Erie College Painesville, OH Located in Painesville, Lake Erie College accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Lake Erie College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Lake Erie College, there is a 59% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,959
247	University of Akron Wayne College	59	90.3	890 – 1,140	6983	42269	#247 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Akron Wayne College Orrville, OH Based in Orrville, the University of Akron Wayne College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Wayne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $6,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
248	Ohio Dominican University	58	93.87	1,340 – 1,430	21032	43933	#248 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 58% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican University after completing their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 9.4% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $21,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
249	Kent State University at Geauga	57.63	90.11	800 – 1,030	11886	40179	#249 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Geauga Burton, OH Based in Burton, Kent State University at Geauga accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 26% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 16.7% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $11,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
250	Chicago State University	57	43.26	790 – 980	10441	33805	#250 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Chicago State University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Chicago State University accepts 43% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students at Chicago State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate 43.3% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,805
251	Cuyahoga Community College District	57	0	--	4386	30927	#251 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cuyahoga Community College District Cleveland, OH First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,386 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,927
252	Great Lakes Christian College	57	100	--	16406	28240	#252 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Great Lakes Christian College Lansing, MI Found in Lansing, Great Lakes Christian College accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 81% of students at Great Lakes Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 57% and around 32% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,240
253	Herzing University-Kenosha	57	92	--	22065	35295	#253 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Kenosha Kenosha, WI Based in Kenosha, Herzing University-Kenosha accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 30% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
254	Purdue University Global	57	0	--	7770	32973	#254 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Purdue University Global West Lafayette, IN First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,973
255	Kent State University at Stark	56.86	87.85	880 – 1,050	10861	40179	#255 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Stark North Canton, OH Based in North Canton, Kent State University at Stark accepts 88% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of students attending Kent State University at Stark will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
256	Defiance College	56	50	970 – 1,080	26298	39303	#256 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 50% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $22,261 each. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 56 % Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
257	University of Rio Grande	56	0	--	24061	34323	#257 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH First Year Retention Rate 56 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
258	Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies	55	0	--	19882	29717	#258 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies Fort Wayne, IN First Year Retention Rate 55 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
259	Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus	55	90.75	--	6032	48991	#259 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe, OH Based in Chillicothe, Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 55 % 17.9% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
260	Miami University-Hamilton	53	0	--	9786	49773	#260 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Miami University-Hamilton Hamilton, OH First Year Retention Rate 53 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
261	Northeastern Illinois University	52.3	74.01	850 – 1,400	14140	43801	#261 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 74% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 52% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 52 % Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $14,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
262	Kent State University at Trumbull	51.8	68.3	850 – 1,080	11562	40179	#262 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at Trumbull Warren, OH Based in Warren, Kent State University at Trumbull accepts 68% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 52 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
263	Art Academy of Cincinnati	51	32.22	740 – 1,170	33491	27483	#263 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Art Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, the Art Academy of Cincinnati accepted 32% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at the Art Academy of Cincinnati will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 51 % Acceptance Rate 32.2% SAT Score 740 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $33,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,483
264	Bowling Green State University-Firelands	51	100	930 – 1,110	15782	41281	#264 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bowling Green State University-Firelands Huron, OH Based in Huron, Bowling Green State University-Firelands’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of students at Bowling Green State University-Firelands will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 51 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
265	Eureka College	50.4	85	880 – 1,160	19128	42968	#265 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Eureka College Eureka, IL Located in Eureka, Eureka College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 30% of students will earn their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,968
266	Alpena Community College	50	65.66	--	3946	35275	#266 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Alpena Community College Alpena, MI Located in Alpena, Alpena Community College’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students at Alpena Community College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 50%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,275
267	Central State University	50	84.51	760 – 1,000	11398	27173	#267 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 85% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 10.7% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 760 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $11,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
268	Cincinnati State Technical and Community College	50	87.67	--	4572	35314	#268 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $15 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 30% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 0% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,314
269	Kent State University at East Liverpool	50	64.19	850 – 1,040	14377	40179	#269 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Kent State University at East Liverpool East Liverpool, OH Located in East Liverpool, Kent State University at East Liverpool’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 55% of students attending Kent State University at East Liverpool will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % 23.1% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
270	National Louis University	50	95.05	850 – 930	13150	43562	#270 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) National Louis University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, National Louis University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 18% of students attending National Louis University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 24% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $13,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,562
271	Ohio State University-Lima Campus	49	99.43	1,010 – 1,210	12862	51438	#271 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio State University-Lima Campus Lima, OH Located in Lima, Ohio State University-Lima Campus accepts 99% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 49 % 16.7% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
272	Concordia University Ann Arbor	45	69.25	1,010 – 1,340	31080	49761	#272 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 69% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 45 % Acceptance Rate 69.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
273	Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa	43	0	--	14179	27873	#273 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa Wauwatosa, WI First Year Retention Rate 43 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
274	Ohio State University-Marion Campus	43	99.44	1,020 – 1,250	13191	51438	#274 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio State University-Marion Campus Marion, OH Found in Marion, Ohio State University-Marion Campus accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of students at Ohio State University-Marion Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 43 % 7.5% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
275	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	42	100	800 – 1,030	16765	39342	#275 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 42 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $16,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342
276	Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus	41	99.56	970 – 1,240	15634	51438	#276 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus Mansfield, OH Based in Mansfield, Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 71% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 41%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 41 % 20.6% Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
277	Herzing University-Brookfield	40	93.06	--	20378	35295	#277 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Brookfield Brookfield, WI Found in Brookfield, Herzing University-Brookfield’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 57% of students at Herzing University-Brookfield currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 40 % Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,378 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
278	Herzing University-Madison	40	94.3	--	22422	35295	#278 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Madison Madison, WI Found in Madison, Herzing University-Madison accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 57% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 40%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 40 % Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
279	Marian University-Ancilla	38	91.69	--	19463	55704	#279 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Marian University-Ancilla Plymouth, IN Located in Plymouth, Marian University-Ancilla’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Marian University-Ancilla, there is a 38% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 38 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
280	East-West University	37	73.53	850 – 1,010	21872	21236	#280 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) East-West University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, East-West University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of students attending East-West University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 37%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 37 % Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $21,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,236
281	Franklin University	36	86.33	--	25576	49189	#281 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Franklin University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Franklin University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 59% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 36 % Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,189
282	Valor Christian College	36	0	--	33371	32212	#282 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Valor Christian College Canal Winchester, OH First Year Retention Rate 36 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,212
283	Chamberlain University-Ohio	33	87.5	--	31544	84533	#283 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Chamberlain University-Ohio Columbus, OH Located in Columbus, Chamberlain University-Ohio’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students at Chamberlain University-Ohio will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 33 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
284	Ohio State University-Newark Campus	28	99.48	1,000 – 1,240	14144	51438	#284 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Ohio State University-Newark Campus Newark, OH Based in Newark, Ohio State University-Newark Campus’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at Ohio State University-Newark Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 28% and 2% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 28 % 12.0% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
285	Herzing University-Akron	25	94.57	--	18434	35295	#285 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Great Lakes (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI) Herzing University-Akron Akron, OH Based in Akron, Herzing University-Akron’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 61% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 25 % Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295