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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA)

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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	Jewish Theological Seminary of America	100	45.07	1,370 – 1,490	54588	53468	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Jewish Theological Seminary of America New York, NY The Jewish Theological Seminary of America's main building is located along the Hudson River. Though many alumni have gone onto careers in theology, several others have also had notable careers in music, academia, and politics. JTS has a 100% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $54,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
2	Peirce College	100	92.16	--	12905	41647	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Peirce College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Peirce College accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 50% of students attending Peirce College will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 0% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,905 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,647
3	University of Pennsylvania	98.8	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 99 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
4	Cornell University	98.1	8.41	1,490 – 1,570	26455	87830	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 94% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. First Year Retention Rate 98 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 8.4% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
5	Johns Hopkins University	98.09	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	22844	86306	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $22,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
6	Carnegie Mellon University	98	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $32,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
7	Columbia University in the City of New York	98	3.86	1,510 – 1,590	20869	88535	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more First Year Retention Rate 98 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 3.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $20,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
8	Princeton University	98	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	19811	87815	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. First Year Retention Rate 98 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
9	Georgetown University	96.99	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
10	Barnard College	96.57	7.96	1,450 – 1,540	27738	60411	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Barnard College New York, NY Barnard College is a private women’s liberal arts college located on the banks of the Hudson River. It was founded in response to Columbia University not admitting women. Today, it’s part of the Seven Sisters, an association of women’s liberal arts colleges. Their motto is "Following the Way of Reason” in Greek. First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $27,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,411
11	University of Maryland-College Park	96.2	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
12	New York University	96	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30730	64543	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Computer and Information Sciences, General is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. First Year Retention Rate 96 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
13	Villanova University	95.2	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
14	Vassar College	95	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29733	49177	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
15	Hamilton College	94.81	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	26021	60082	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
16	Bucknell University	94	28.93	1,180 – 1,400	38486	78852	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. First Year Retention Rate 94 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
17	Swarthmore College	94	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
18	Haverford College	93.8	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	22828	53353	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Haverford College Haverford, PA Haverford College is a liberal arts school founded in 1833 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. It’s part of the Tri-College Consortium, so students can attend classes at nearby schools: Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 12.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
19	Lehigh University	93.7	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	33289	88810	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA Lehigh University’s motto is “Homo minister et interpres naturae,” which is Latin for “Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.” Known as the Mountain Hawks, student athletes wearing brown and white often compete in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Clutch the Mountain Hawk is their mascot. First Year Retention Rate 94 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
20	Stevens Institute of Technology	93.64	47.58	1,390 – 1,510	43665	90326	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ Located right on the Hudson River a few minutes from New York City, Stevens Institute of Technology has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and about 63% of students will graduate in 4 years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $43,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,326
21	Colgate University	93.43	13.88	1,450 – 1,530	26954	64949	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Colgate University Hamilton, NY Colgate University is known as a “Hidden Ivy” and a “Little Ivy.” It regularly makes lists naming it one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Most Colgate students study as undergraduates, but the school also offers master’s degrees in Teaching and Religious Studies. Maroon and white are the official colors. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 13.9% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $26,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,949
22	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	93	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
23	Webb Institute	93	14.04	1,430 – 1,530	21488	68416	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Webb Institute Glen Cove, NY The Webb Institute is solely focused on Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. Students receive full-tuition scholarships, guaranteed internships, and 100% job placement after graduation. It was founded in 1889 by William Henry Webb, a famous shipbuilder....Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $21,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,416
24	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	92.6	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
25	George Washington University	92.23	47.09	1,360 – 1,490	45466	71607	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) George Washington University Washington, DC George Washington University was chartered by the United States Congress in 1821. George Washington personally advocated for a national university in the capital until his death. Alumni include J. Edgar Hoover, Belva Ann Lockwood, J. William Fulbright, and several foreign leaders....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $45,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,607
26	Bryn Mawr College	92.2	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	39383	53102	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA Bryn Mawr College is an extremely selective school. Part of the Seven Sisters College Consortium, it has a 92% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Veritatem Dilexi,” which is Latin for “I Delight in the Truth.” First Year Retention Rate 92 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $39,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
27	Dickinson College	92	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
28	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	92	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. First Year Retention Rate 92 % Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
29	Yeshiva University	91.6	55.62	1,320 – 1,490	38118	60252	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva University New York, NY Yeshiva University has four undergraduate schools: Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, Katz School of Science and Health, and Syms School of Business. The main campus is in Manhattan, but campuses, buildings, and facilities can also be found throughout other New York City boroughs and in Israel. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,252
30	The College of New Jersey	91.32	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
31	Gettysburg College	91.1	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
32	Fashion Institute of Technology	91	60.24	--	19649	50102	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 14% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
33	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	91	63.43	1,380 – 1,510	35940	83054	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $35,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
34	St Lawrence University	90.8	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	36175	55037	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
35	University of Rochester	90.7	40.08	1,420 – 1,530	40900	68333	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 90% first year retention rate, and 86% six year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 91 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
36	Howard University	90.6	41.34	1,100 – 1,320	30028	47379	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Howard University Washington, DC “Veritas et Utilitas,” or “Excellence in Truth and Service,” is the motto of Howard University. The university boasts an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Offering undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs which span over 79 areas of study, the university’s most popular major is Biology/Biological......Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,379
37	Franklin and Marshall College	90.2	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	37475	62544	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $37,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
38	Union College	90.2	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42884	63219	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
39	Syracuse University	90.13	46.11	1,290 – 1,440	51520	60459	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 81% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 72% of undergraduates will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 46.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $51,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
40	University of Delaware	90.11	63.56	1,220 – 1,390	17716	58846	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 37,000 applications. It also has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 90% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 63.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $17,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
41	Drexel University	90	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42342	69063	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation......Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,342 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
42	Lafayette College	90	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	34728	80614	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lafayette College Easton, PA A Hidden Ivy, Lafayette College is named after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. It’s located on the Delaware River, but it also has a satellite campus in New York City. The college is extremely selective, and 85% graduate in four years. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 31.5% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $34,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
43	New Jersey Institute of Technology	90	65.07	1,250 – 1,470	16736	69591	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ Based in Newark, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 65% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of students at New Jersey Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation rate is 38%. Three......Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $16,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
44	Stony Brook University	89.75	49.04	1,320 – 1,490	18601	59492	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
45	Skidmore College	89.6	21.05	1,360 – 1,490	32368	46923	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY Skidmore College is an extremely school – it received 11,900 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted just 2,500 of them. Skidmore offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students majoring in Business/Commerce, General. It also has a 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 21.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,923
46	Binghamton University	89.5	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. First Year Retention Rate 90 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
47	Muhlenberg College	89	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General is a popular area of study....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
48	Rochester Institute of Technology	88.8	66.93	1,280 – 1,460	39753	65457	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,753 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
49	Messiah University	88.6	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29882	50192	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Originally known as the Messiah Bible School and Missionary Training House in 1909, the school became a college in 1951 and a university in 2020. Incoming students have to sign a Community Covenant. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 4.2% Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
50	Pratt Institute-Main	88.3	73.25	1,150 – 1,400	51702	45060	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, Pratt Institute-Main accepts 73% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of students at Pratt Institute-Main currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $51,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,060
51	American University	88.2	61.87	1,300 – 1,450	40189	61328	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 62% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $63 for graduate applications. About 62% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $40,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
52	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	88	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
53	Drew University	88	67.83	1,110 – 1,350	28193	47562	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Drew University Madison, NJ Based in Madison, Drew University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Drew University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 88% of students continued their studies......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,193 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,562
54	Grove City College	88	72.32	1,150 – 1,370	24184	63721	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Grove City College Grove City, PA Grove City College is a non-denominational college founded in 1876. With an 88% first year retention rate, 87% of students will graduate in 4 years. Mechanical Engineering is the most popular undergraduate major. First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
55	Maryland Institute College of Art	88	77.29	1,060 – 1,350	43066	33451	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Maryland Institute College of Art Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Maryland Institute College of Art’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maryland Institute College of Art currently receive grant aid from the school. At Maryland Institute College of Art, there is a......Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,451
56	Saint Francis University	88	79.16	1,050 – 1,250	27421	56920	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Francis University Loretto, PA Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is affiliated with the Catholic Church. The 600-acre campus is home to a museum of art, The Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life, and a 9-hole golf course. SFU is a NCAA Division I-FCS member and the Red Flash compete in the Northeast Conference. First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $27,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,920
57	Saint Joseph's University	88	86.39	1,140 – 1,330	36392	66438	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Saint Joseph's University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $36,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
58	Sarah Lawrence College	88	61.73	1,270 – 1,430	43571	57703	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Sarah Lawrence College Bronxville, NY Found in Bronxville, Sarah Lawrence College accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 83% of students attending Sarah Lawrence College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 88 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $43,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,703
59	Fordham University	87.6	56.28	1,350 – 1,490	45368	68008	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fordham University Bronx, NY Fordham University students can attend classes across three campuses - the Lincoln Center, Rose Hill campus, and the professional campus in Westchester. The school attracts students from all over the country and offers distance learning. 83% will graduate in six years. First Year Retention Rate 88 % Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $45,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
60	Centenary University	87	96.75	850 – 1,080	22838	46049	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ Centenary University was originally founded in 1867 as a preparatory school. Today, the school is known for being a non-selective university, with an acceptance rate of 97%. Of attending students 87% stay after the first year and 59% will graduate within 4 years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $22,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,049
61	Loyola University Maryland	87	75.49	1,230 – 1,390	31857	64453	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Loyola University Maryland accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,453
62	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	87	63.28	1,310 – 1,430	19644	48327	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Natural Resources Management and Policy, and Environmental Biology....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
63	The Catholic University of America	87	82.78	1,100 – 1,310	35008	63217	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
64	Ursinus College	86.91	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	31625	54542	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $43,758 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion. Applied Economics is a popular area of study among its undergraduates. First Year Retention Rate 87 % 3.5% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
65	SUNY College at Geneseo	86.7	66.63	1,200 – 1,360	18698	51097	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College at Geneseo Geneseo, NY Located in Geneseo, SUNY College at Geneseo’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 90% of students at SUNY College at Geneseo currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 87 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,097
66	Hobart William Smith Colleges	86.4	63.99	1,230 – 1,400	33172	62416	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY Located in Geneva, Hobart William Smith Colleges accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Hobart William Smith Colleges, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,416
67	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	86.4	97.12	990 – 1,210	18960	55620	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois DuBois, PA Found in DuBois, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois accepts 97% of applicants. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 9.5% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
68	St. John Fisher University	86.4	66.4	1,120 – 1,300	28969	61198	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
69	Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	86	52.69	1,180 – 1,360	26804	112685	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany, NY Found in Albany, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $112,685
70	St Bonaventure University	86	81.65	1,090 – 1,300	27659	48559	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY St. Bonaventure University has a first year retention rate of 86%, a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a 71% six year graduation rate. A NCAA Division I without football school, student-athletes compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Basketball, Lacrosse, and Soccer are popular sports. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 6.2% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,559
71	St. Mary's College of Maryland	86	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	20679	52286	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. First Year Retention Rate 86 % 6.2% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
72	Susquehanna University	86	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
73	Touro University	86	61.96	1,290 – 1,450	25934	43510	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Touro University New York, NY You can find Touro University right on Times Square. A private Jewish institution, the school is fairly selective and many accepted students – 43% – enroll. It grants up to Doctor's degrees, and students often study Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs, but there are 57 majors and programs......Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $25,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,510
74	Clarkson University	85.4	77.36	1,210 – 1,400	33192	76970	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Clarkson University Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, Clarkson University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Clarkson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,970
75	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	85.4	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19294	55620	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington New Kensington, PA Located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington’s acceptance rate is 95%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 11.3% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
76	School of Visual Arts	85.4	92.61	1,210 – 1,420	59211	31855	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) School of Visual Arts New York, NY Found in New York, the School of Visual Arts accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $59,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,855
77	University of Scranton	85.38	81.2	1,160 – 1,280	32100	62921	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Scranton Scranton, PA A Catholic school, the University of Scranton’s motto is “Religio Mores Cultura,” which translates to “Religion Morals Culture.” 96% receive institutional grants from the university, averaging $33,295 each. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% stay on after their first year and 76% graduate in four years. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $32,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
78	University at Buffalo	85.2	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
79	Bard College	85	52.12	1,320 – 1,440	25218	31072	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 77% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
80	Davis College	85	33.33	850 – 1,110	14320	29943	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Davis College Pottersville, NY Found in Pottersville, Davis College’s acceptance rate is 33%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 67% of students at Davis College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 33.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,943
81	Molloy University	85	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
82	Notre Dame of Maryland University	85	86.49	920 – 1,140	22552	63918	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Notre Dame of Maryland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,918
83	Pennsylvania College of Art and Design	85	99.24	--	30437	23638	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania College of Art and Design Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Pennsylvania College of Art and Design currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 13.3% Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,638
84	Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College	85	100	--	11600	53468	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College Lawrence, NY Found in Lawrence, Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College accepts 100% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 50% of students at Sh'or Yoshuv Rabbinical College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
85	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	85	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	17704	55137	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
86	Nazareth University	84.82	74.72	1,080 – 1,340	31321	47717	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Nazareth University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Nazareth University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $31,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,717
87	Ithaca College	84.7	69.01	1,240 – 1,390	34297	46305	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Based in Ithaca, Ithaca College’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ithaca College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,305
88	Carlow University	84.4	86.96	980 – 1,180	20561	44876	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, Carlow University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Carlow University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 43% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 8.6% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,876
89	Duquesne University	84	83.56	1,180 – 1,360	35125	62627	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $35,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
90	Hofstra University	84	68.08	1,240 – 1,410	35687	52131	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hofstra University Hempstead, NY Located in Hempstead, Hofstra University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Hofstra University will receive institutional grant aid. 84% of students decide to stay at Hofstra University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 68.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $35,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,131
91	Le Moyne College	84	75.29	1,160 – 1,320	22139	53493	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
92	Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing	84	90.32	--	0	59213	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing New York, NY Found in New York, Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing accepts 90% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 84% of students continued their studies at Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing after completing their first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
93	Rutgers University-Newark	84	78.73	1,040 – 1,280	17425	61263	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 79% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 58% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
94	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	84	71.47	980 – 1,200	18407	45398	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
95	Wagner College	84	83.46	1,150 – 1,310	28109	63439	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wagner College Staten Island, NY Wagner College’s 105-acre campus overlooks the New York Harbor, Downtown Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan, and the Verrazzano Bridge. Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the school opened in 1883. It's a member of the NCAA Division I-FCS, and the Seahawks participate in the Northeast Conference. First Year Retention Rate 84 % Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,439
96	Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology	83.93	85.05	900 – 1,300	37171	48890	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Flushing, NY Located in Flushing, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology’s acceptance rate is 85% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 78% of students attending Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 24.0% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $37,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,890
97	Washington College	83.91	56.89	1,160 – 1,400	33553	48763	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington College Chestertown, MD The Washington College dates back to 1723 when it began as the Kent County Free School, making it the 10th oldest college in the United States. It was also the first college chartered after the American Revolution, and George Washington was heavily involved in the founding. The school received its current name in 1782. First Year Retention Rate 84 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,763
98	Elizabethtown College	83.72	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27019	54833	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown, PA Although Elizabethtown College has “College” in its name, it grants up to Doctor's degrees. With 19 academic departments and 68 areas of study to choose from, in-demand programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, and Behavioral Sciences....Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,019 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
99	Ramapo College of New Jersey	83.6	70.64	1,120 – 1,310	17348	53872	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 84 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
100	DeSales University	83.4	77.09	1,090 – 1,260	30524	52721	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 54 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 63% 4-year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
101	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	83.4	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19070	55620	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, PA Based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
102	Juniata College	83.3	78.91	1,080 – 1,310	28925	48571	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” First Year Retention Rate 83 % 8.2% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
103	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	83.3	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	20964	55620	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
104	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	83.11	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
105	Houghton University	83	88.66	1,180 – 1,380	22358	36376	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Houghton University Houghton, NY Located in Houghton, Houghton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students at Houghton University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 3.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $22,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,376
106	Immaculata University	83	85.78	1,160 – 1,330	29499	56416	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Immaculata University Immaculata, PA Founded in 1920, Immaculata University is a private Catholic school. The University's Latin motto is "Scientia floret virtute" which translates to "Knowledge flourishes in virtue." Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $15,598 on average and 56% of students will graduate in 4 years. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $29,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
107	Lebanon Valley College	83	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
108	Temple University	83	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
109	Towson University	83	81.98	950 – 1,240	15064	54302	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
110	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	82.9	98.21	980 – 1,290	20294	55620	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 81% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 10.5% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
111	Robert Morris University	82.9	90.57	1,080 – 1,280	26215	54449	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
112	Siena College	82.69	77.64	1,150 – 1,380	32602	56526	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Siena College Loudonville, NY Located in Loudonville, Siena College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 98% of students attending Siena College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Siena College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 72% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $32,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,526
113	Rowan University	82.4	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
114	SUNY Maritime College	82.3	72.42	1,130 – 1,300	20398	83439	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
115	St. John's College	82.14	55.14	1,280 – 1,440	27729	56669	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John's College Annapolis, MD Based in Annapolis, St- John's College’s acceptance rate is 55% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 65% of students at St- John's College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 55.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $27,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,669
116	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	82.1	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	22406	55620	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
117	Adelphi University	82	65.91	1,110 – 1,330	28671	63688	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 3.5% Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
118	Rutgers University-Camden	82	77.75	1,030 – 1,280	18735	61263	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 90% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
119	Farmingdale State College	81.57	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
120	State University of New York at Cortland	81.2	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 0.2% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
121	Washington & Jefferson College	81.2	80.64	1,040 – 1,280	26051	52082	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 76% of students graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
122	Geneva College	81.02	80.35	1,000 – 1,220	22145	46107	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Courses at Geneva College focus on humanities and a Reformed Christian worldview. Its motto is “For Christ and Country.” 99% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $20,748 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
123	Manhattan School of Music	81	39.94	--	51879	18815	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattan School of Music New York, NY Found in New York, Manhattan School of Music’s acceptance rate is 40% and requires $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 85% of students attending Manhattan School of Music currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,815
124	New York Institute of Technology	81	78.08	1,120 – 1,360	23074	52559	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, New York Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at New York Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. At New York Institute of Technology, there is a 81% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,559
125	Seton Hall University	81	73.26	1,230 – 1,400	31642	60291	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ Based in South Orange, Seton Hall University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,291
126	Westminster College	81	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
127	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus	80.9	95.26	1,080 – 1,240	26472	45916	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ The Florham campus Fairleigh Dickinson opened in 1958, with other campuses located in New Jersey, Canada, and the United Kingdom. With an 80% first year retention rate, many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, Pharmacy, Psychology, and General. First Year Retention Rate 81 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
128	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	80.7	96.99	1,100 – 1,330	16275	55620	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre Dallas, PA Found in Dallas, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre accepts 97% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $16,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
129	Rider University	80.49	79.4	1,110 – 1,320	26618	51289	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ Based in Lawrenceville, Rider University accepts 79% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Rider University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and its four year graduation rate is 54%. The common areas of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,289
130	CUNY Brooklyn College	80.1	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
131	SUNY at Purchase College	80.1	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18651	31229	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY Found in Purchase, SUNY at Purchase College accepts 74% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
132	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	80	95.19	1,010 – 1,220	22872	36747	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
133	Maria College of Albany	80	49.84	950 – 1,140	17290	53357	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Maria College of Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, Maria College of Albany’s acceptance rate is 50%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 44% of students attending Maria College of Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maria College of Albany, there is a 80% first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,357
134	New York School of Interior Design	80	60.34	1,050 – 1,280	39155	37810	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York School of Interior Design New York, NY Based in New York, New York School of Interior Design accepts 60% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 27% of students attending New York School of Interior Design currently receive grant aid from the school. At New York School of Interior Design, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 0%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 60.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $39,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,810
135	Niagara University	80	39.72	650 – 1,250	17495	48289	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s highly selective and has a 32% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $31,682. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. First Year Retention Rate 80 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 39.7% SAT Score 650 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
136	Saint Elizabeth University	80	95.41	890 – 1,090	18412	49479	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ Based in Morristown, Saint Elizabeth University accepts 95% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Saint Elizabeth University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Elizabeth University, there is a 80%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $18,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,479
137	Monmouth University	79.9	89.02	1,150 – 1,320	33228	55825	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ Located in West Long Branch, Monmouth University accepts 89% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Monmouth University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $33,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,825
138	Marywood University	79.8	60.58	1,070 – 1,250	24712	47000	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $27,875 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Architecture....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
139	Mercyhurst University	79.5	81.02	1,080 – 1,300	26962	39565	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Mercyhurst University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $28,508 on average. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
140	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	79.5	98.08	1,080 – 1,300	22506	55620	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 3.1% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
141	Seton Hill University	79.4	75.79	1,050 – 1,250	23732	43700	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Seton Hill University opened in 1885 as a women’s college. It only became co-educational in 2002 – as a result, a majority of the student body are women. Common majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Physician Assistant, and Art Therapy/Therapist....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
142	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	79.3	98.56	1,100 – 1,270	18239	55620	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 77% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
143	Moravian University	79.17	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% 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 Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
144	CUNY City College	79	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
145	CUNY Queens College	79	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
146	Goucher College	79	77.7	1,120 – 1,340	28749	40563	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Goucher College Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Goucher College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending Goucher College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,563
147	St. John's University-New York	79	83.43	1,160 – 1,340	28206	54189	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John's University-New York Queens, NY Located in Queens, St- John's University-New York accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending St- John's University-New York will receive institutional grant aid. At St-......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,206 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,189
148	Stevenson University	79	78.91	1,010 – 1,190	28201	54574	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Based in Owings Mills, Stevenson University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Stevenson University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 79% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $28,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,574
149	Stockton University	79	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	19752	48223	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,752 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
150	Arcadia University	78.8	80.22	1,090 – 1,280	26994	44004	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,994 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
151	University of Valley Forge	78.49	61.2	930 – 1,190	27854	35671	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 61% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending the University of Valley Forge currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 12.8% Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
152	Allegheny College	78.3	54.52	1,180 – 1,360	27929	45603	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 7.9% Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
153	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	78.2	96.64	1,010 – 1,220	20317	55620	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 97% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
154	Chatham University	78	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	29051	48709	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Chatham University Pittsburgh, PA Chatham University is a private liberal arts college initially founded in 1869 as a college to empower women. Today, the campus is made up of 63% women and 36% men. Top majors among students include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, Psychology, and General. First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $29,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,709
155	Gwynedd Mercy University	78	89.63	1,040 – 1,190	26733	65976	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Found in Gwynedd Valley, Gwynedd Mercy University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Gwynedd Mercy University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $26,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
156	Misericordia University	78	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. First Year Retention Rate 78 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
157	Montclair State University	78	87.89	910 – 1,210	13880	47944	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 51% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
158	Russell Sage College	78	53.26	1,020 – 1,250	23588	51139	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Russell Sage College Troy, NY Found in Troy, Russell Sage College accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Russell Sage College, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 52% four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,139
159	University of Baltimore	78	85.55	940 – 1,070	17253	48197	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Baltimore’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,197
160	Widener University	78	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
161	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	77.9	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	14933	55620	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 96% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,388 each. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 12.2% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
162	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	77.8	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
163	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	77.8	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	18780	55620	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
164	SUNY College at Potsdam	77.7	77.7	970 – 1,150	14574	39440	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College at Potsdam Potsdam, NY Found in Potsdam, SUNY College at Potsdam’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 94% of students attending SUNY College at Potsdam currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,440
165	Salisbury University	77.7	87.47	1,190 – 1,310	17931	51926	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
166	CUNY Hunter College	77.65	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
167	Alfred University	77.52	73.84	1,110 – 1,320	26127	41703	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Alfred University Alfred, NY Found in Alfred, Alfred University accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alfred University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Alfred University, there is a......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,703
168	Saint Peter's University	77.5	90.53	970 – 1,170	14486	42470	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Peter's University Jersey City, NJ Found in Jersey City, Saint Peter's University accepts 91% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,470
169	Manhattan University	77.48	78.5	1,150 – 1,350	28349	64472	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattan University Riverdale, NY Found in Riverdale, Manhattan University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Manhattan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Manhattan University, there is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,472
170	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	77.2	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	17561	55620	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.1% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
171	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	77.1	86.19	1,060 – 1,240	20860	44813	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
172	Cairn University-Langhorne	77	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	27603	37077	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 4.6% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,603 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
173	Capitol Technology University	77	11.03	1,020 – 1,230	23223	76545	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Capitol Technology University Laurel, MD Found in Laurel, Capitol Technology University accepts 11% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Capitol Technology University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $23,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,545
174	Gallaudet University	77	60.94	790 – 960	15025	36578	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gallaudet University Washington, DC Gallaudet University is dedicated to the deaf and hard of hearing, with two official languages: English and American Sign Language. Many students major in Deaf Studies. It’s the only higher education school in the world that has designed all of its programs and services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $15,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,578
175	Holy Family University	77	71.04	910 – 1,150	13016	55285	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Holy Family University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $80 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
176	Iona University	77	86.94	1,120 – 1,310	28557	51218	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Iona University New Rochelle, NY Found in New Rochelle, Iona University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Iona University, there is a 77% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,218
177	Machzikei Hadath Rabbinical College	77	95	--	9182	53468	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Machzikei Hadath Rabbinical College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, Machzikei Hadath Rabbinical College accepts 95% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 45% of students at Machzikei Hadath Rabbinical College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
178	New Jersey City University	77	89.18	890 – 1,140	12157	45918	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ Based in Jersey City, New Jersey City University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
179	SUNY at Fredonia	77	79.2	1,080 – 1,310	15830	40580	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY Found in Fredonia, SUNY at Fredonia accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending SUNY at Fredonia will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY at Fredonia, there is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,580
180	Wilson College	77	95.32	960 – 1,120	21567	37049	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilson College Chambersburg, PA Based in Chambersburg, Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,049
181	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	76.8	97.41	1,060 – 1,250	19159	55620	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
182	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	76.7	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	22450	55620	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
183	Gannon University	76.17	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
184	Long Island University	76.12	89.77	1,110 – 1,340	22620	47543	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Long Island University Brookville, NY Found in Brookville, Long Island University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 95% of students at Long Island University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,543
185	Lycoming College	76.1	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20733	43713	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $40,733 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 54% 4-year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 7.6% Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
186	York College of Pennsylvania	76.06	94.2	1,030 – 1,240	21036	50940	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 94% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 76% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
187	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	76	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
188	College of Staten Island CUNY	76	92.34	910 – 1,100	6355	36931	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
189	Felician University	76	95.11	900 – 1,110	15818	56957	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Felician University Lodi, NJ Based in Lodi, Felician University accepts 95% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Felician University currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued their studies at Felician University after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 8.6% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,818 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,957
190	Georgian Court University	76	70.52	1,060 – 1,280	21072	44627	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Based in Lakewood, Georgian Court University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,627
191	McDaniel College	76	77.93	1,060 – 1,250	23088	47879	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) McDaniel College Westminster, MD McDaniel College, originally founded in 1867 as Western Maryland College, is a private liberal arts school. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $39,979 on average. With a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 56 will graduate in 4 years....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,879
192	Morgan State University	76	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 7.0% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
193	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	76	81.75	970 – 1,170	14877	45460	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 82% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
194	Mercy University	75.72	85.84	940 – 1,210	16776	44969	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, NY Located in Dobbs Ferry, Mercy University accepts 86% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,776 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,969
195	King's College	75.7	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Physician Assistant, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 59% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
196	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	75.6	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	19329	55620	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA Found in Monaca, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,329 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
197	Daemen University	75.5	73.75	1,110 – 1,310	18944	59912	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Daemen University Amherst, NY Located in Amherst, Daemen University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Daemen University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,912
198	Pace University	75.5	75.92	1,190 – 1,360	34299	52767	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $34,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
199	SUNY Oneonta	75.4	69.59	1,110 – 1,270	17918	49723	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Oneonta Oneonta, NY Based in Oneonta, SUNY Oneonta accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
200	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	75.3	90.77	980 – 1,190	17665	42278	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
201	Pennsylvania College of Technology	75.3	74.23	1,040 – 1,220	24650	47995	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania College of Technology accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 39% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
202	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	75.1	96.41	1,100 – 1,310	19920	55620	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 12%. Physical Therapy......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
203	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	75.1	94.84	990 – 1,230	17909	54240	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Found in Johnstown, the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,909 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
204	Cedar Crest College	75	99.13	980 – 1,210	23036	48295	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA Based in Allentown, Cedar Crest College accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Cedar Crest College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,295
205	Kean University	75	76.88	900 – 1,170	11593	46603	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
206	St. Joseph's University-New York	75	69.51	1,140 – 1,360	18324	50759	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn, NY St. Joseph's University-New York is a private university founded in 1916. The school offers 38 major and degree programs with Special Education and Teaching, General being the most popular. St. Joseph's University has a 9 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 75% first year retention rate, and 62% 4-year graduation rate. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,759
207	Delaware State University	74.92	61.67	850 – 1,070	15555	37503	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
208	Caldwell University	74	65.4	1,010 – 1,320	23071	47439	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 65% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
209	Manhattanville University	74	87.34	1,060 – 1,230	25017	45056	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattanville University Purchase, NY Based in Purchase, Manhattanville University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students at Manhattanville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $25,197 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 1.9% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $25,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,056
210	Mount Saint Mary College	74	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
211	St. Thomas Aquinas College	74	93.05	880 – 1,090	21257	44908	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Thomas Aquinas College Sparkill, NY Found in Sparkill, St- Thomas Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending St- Thomas Aquinas College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $21,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,908
212	Wilkes University	74	91.46	1,030 – 1,280	28508	54128	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
213	Thiel College	73.7	71.89	950 – 1,180	22490	40686	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Thiel College Greenville, PA Located in Greenville, Thiel College accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Thiel College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
214	Keuka College	73.4	68.08	940 – 1,140	26153	50940	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Keuka College Keuka Park, NY Based in Keuka Park, Keuka College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students continued studying at Keuka College after completing their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 68.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
215	Lincoln University	73.4	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. First Year Retention Rate 73 % 4.1% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
216	SUNY College at Plattsburgh	73.4	75.18	1,060 – 1,280	15982	48089	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY Found in Plattsburgh, SUNY College at Plattsburgh accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,089
217	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	73.3	82.91	980 – 1,260	19204	32083	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryn Athyn College of the New Church Bryn Athyn, PA Located in Bryn Athyn, Bryn Athyn College of the New Church’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 11.1% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $19,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,083
218	Canisius University	73	72.24	1,010 – 1,250	19321	46089	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Canisius University Buffalo, NY Founded in 1870, Canisius College became Canisius University in 2023. 100% of students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attending Canisius University, $22,779 on average. The school also offers athletic scholarships, as it's a NCAA Division I without football school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 8.8% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,089
219	La Roche University	73	77.61	1,060 – 1,240	24638	45308	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 78% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
220	La Salle University	73	95.52	900 – 1,110	20119	53701	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students at La Salle University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 5.8% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
221	Moore College of Art and Design	73	60.51	1,070 – 1,270	44371	30512	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Moore College of Art and Design Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Moore College of Art and Design accepts 61% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at Moore College of Art and Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $44,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,512
222	St. Francis College	73	81.53	930 – 1,140	22766	43378	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. Francis College Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, St- Francis College accepts 82% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at St- Francis College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,378
223	University of Maryland Eastern Shore	72.83	90.36	850 – 1,010	14595	34624	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first year retention rate. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a commonly chosen major, though there are nearly 40 available areas of study. A NCAA Division I without football school, 190 athletes are known as Hawks. First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,595 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,624
224	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	72.6	98.11	1,090 – 1,320	21739	55620	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media, PA Found in Media, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 0.3% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
225	Waynesburg University	72.3	91.69	980 – 1,220	22837	48994	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $18,778 each. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
226	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	72.1	85.96	1,000 – 1,180	15318	44290	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,318 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
227	Neumann University	72.09	81.28	850 – 1,100	29298	48556	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Neumann University Aston, PA Based in Aston, Neumann University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Neumann University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $29,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,556
228	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	72	83.25	950 – 1,160	18122	37901	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 83% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $18,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
229	SUNY Brockport	71.8	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
230	SUNY Old Westbury	71.8	83.52	1,010 – 1,210	10495	43671	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
231	Pennsylvania Western University	71.7	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
232	Goldey-Beacom College	71.5	76.53	--	17417	45097	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Goldey-Beacom College Wilmington, DE Many students at Goldey Beacom College are pursuing degrees in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Information Resources Management. There are 276 student-athletes, who are known as the Lightning, and they’re cheered on by Strike, their mascot....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,097
233	Alvernia University	71	62.32	980 – 1,140	26166	49938	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
234	CUNY Lehman College	71	46.01	860 – 1,220	4076	51067	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
235	Hilbert College	71	98	970 – 1,240	22224	45369	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 71% of students continued their studies at......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
236	Mount St. Mary's University	71	73.81	1,030 – 1,280	25298	48915	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD Found in Emmitsburg, Mount St- Mary's University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Mount St- Mary's University will receive institutional grant aid. At Mount St- Mary's University, there is a 71%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,915
237	State University of New York at Oswego	71	80.57	1,070 – 1,280	16923	46358	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
238	Hartwick College	70.9	69.5	960 – 1,290	26818	50452	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hartwick College Oneonta, NY Found in Oneonta, Hartwick College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Hartwick College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 70% of students continued studying at Hartwick College after completing......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,818 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,452
239	Utica University	70.1	86.79	1,030 – 1,210	22510	57422	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Utica University Utica, NY Located in Utica, Utica University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 4.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,422
240	Culinary Institute of America	70	98.1	930 – 1,170	36015	37846	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park, NY Located in Hyde Park, Culinary Institute of America’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 98% of students attending Culinary Institute of America currently receive grant aid from the school. At Culinary Institute of America, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 0% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 6.7% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $36,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,846
241	Elmira College	70	76.96	1,140 – 1,370	24551	49057	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Elmira College Elmira, NY Located in Elmira, Elmira College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Elmira College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $23,140 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 5.4% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,057
242	Marymount Manhattan College	70	82.61	1,130 – 1,320	38426	34052	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marymount Manhattan College New York, NY Based in New York, Marymount Manhattan College accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $60 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 7.7% Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,052
243	Pillar College	70	39.76	--	5842	37885	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pillar College Newark, NJ Based in Newark, Pillar College accepts 40% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 88% of students at Pillar College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Pillar College, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 39.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,885
244	SUNY College of Technology at Delhi	70	88.41	940 – 1,120	16923	42826	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Delhi, NY Found in Delhi, SUNY College of Technology at Delhi’s acceptance rate is 88%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Delhi currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,826
245	Delaware Valley University	69.28	93.26	1,090 – 1,270	28401	41324	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware Valley University Doylestown, PA Based in Doylestown, Delaware Valley University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
246	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	69.1	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	17196	54240	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 69% first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
247	Frostburg State University	69	89.2	930 – 1,240	16521	43638	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Frostburg State University Frostburg, MD Based in Frostburg, Frostburg State University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 87% of students at Frostburg State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,638
248	SUNY College of Technology at Canton	69	92.15	1,000 – 1,160	14451	42079	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY College of Technology at Canton Canton, NY Based in Canton, SUNY College of Technology at Canton accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 82% of students attending SUNY College of Technology at Canton currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,079
249	SUNY Polytechnic Institute	69	78.44	1,160 – 1,330	14646	58662	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Polytechnic Institute Utica, NY Found in Utica, SUNY Polytechnic Institute accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,662
250	University of Mount Saint Vincent	69	84.64	950 – 1,220	21844	53755	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
251	Washington Adventist University	69	45.36	830 – 1,070	16732	40114	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Washington Adventist University Takoma Park, MD Found in Takoma Park, Washington Adventist University accepts 45% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year graduation rate is 19%. The three most popular majors......Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,114
252	Albright College	68.8	86.15	950 – 1,150	22116	45391	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 86% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
253	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	68.54	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
254	Bowie State University	68	75	800 – 1,090	16117	43877	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. First Year Retention Rate 68 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
255	William Paterson University of New Jersey	67.5	92.52	990 – 1,350	16999	44928	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
256	Chestnut Hill College	67	79.13	900 – 1,090	28583	45221	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 67%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
257	Five Towns College	67	73.89	800 – 1,020	23005	25305	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Five Towns College Dix Hills, NY Located in Dix Hills, Five Towns College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 800 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $23,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,305
258	LIM College	67	98.75	970 – 1,170	39389	45359	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) LIM College New York, NY Based in New York, LIM College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending LIM College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $39,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,359
259	Monroe College	67	67.51	--	11476	36973	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Monroe College Bronx, NY Based in Bronx, Monroe College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 85% of students at Monroe College will receive institutional grant aid. At Monroe College, there is a 67% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,973
260	University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus	67	60.37	--	18780	38444	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus Washington, DC Located in Washington, the University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus’s acceptance rate is 60% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 4% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and 75% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,444
261	Dominican University New York	66	97.71	1,100 – 1,240	23907	50865	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Dominican University New York Orangeburg, NY Located in Orangeburg, Dominican University New York accepts 98% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,865
262	Rosemont College	66	74.51	980 – 1,190	19297	40852	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rosemont College Rosemont, PA Located in Rosemont, Rosemont College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,852
263	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	65.8	92.2	1,180 – 1,180	14895	55620	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Sharon, PA Based in Sharon, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 26.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
264	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	65.6	88.98	1,020 – 1,210	17015	54240	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
265	Eastern University	65.5	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 7.2% Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
266	Villa Maria College	65	87.33	800 – 1,110	15687	33635	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Villa Maria College Buffalo, NY Based in Buffalo, Villa Maria College accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Villa Maria College will receive grant aid from the school. At Villa Maria College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and a 33% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,635
267	Berkeley College	64	78.32	--	20068	37060	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Berkeley College Woodland Park, NJ Based in Woodland Park, Berkeley College’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 88% of students at Berkeley College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,060
268	Wilmington University	64	76.53	--	14267	49635	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilmington University New Castle, DE Found in New Castle, Wilmington University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 16% of students attending Wilmington University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,635
269	University at Albany	63.9	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 59% of students......Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 23.2% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
270	The College of Westchester	63	94.57	--	11332	32951	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The College of Westchester White Plains, NY Found in White Plains, The College of Westchester accepts 95% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,951
271	CUNY New York City College of Technology	61.43	80.74	850 – 1,030	5417	39982	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 61% and 10% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $5,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
272	Coppin State University	61	49.56	860 – 1,040	7684	42243	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Coppin State University Baltimore, MD Found in Baltimore, Coppin State University accepts 50% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $9,911 on average. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 49.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,243
273	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	59	81.78	--	14882	34365	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Harrisburg, PA Based in Harrisburg, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students attending Harrisburg University of Science and Technology will receive institutional grant aid......Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,365
274	SUNY Buffalo State University	57.72	74.4	990 – 1,250	13735	40877	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
275	Keystone College	57.2	84.8	900 – 1,170	21461	36653	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Keystone College La Plume, PA Found in La Plume, Keystone College’s acceptance rate is 85%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % 15.3% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,653
276	SUNY Morrisville	57.1	90.78	780 – 1,300	16855	39759	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Morrisville Morrisville, NY Based in Morrisville, SUNY Morrisville’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % 7.9% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 780 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $16,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,759
277	CUNY York College	57	64.1	870 – 1,050	5631	46148	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 57 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $5,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
278	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	55	79.13	850 – 1,080	8460	28568	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Located in Cheyney, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 79%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 56% of students attending Cheyney University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more First Year Retention Rate 55 % Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $8,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568
279	Lackawanna College	55	86.19	--	20382	35500	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Based in Scranton, Lackawanna College’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 38% of students at Lackawanna College will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $4,190 each. The first year retention rate is 55%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 55 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,500
280	Bloomfield College	53	67.23	780 – 940	18522	35477	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bloomfield College Bloomfield, NJ Based in Bloomfield, Bloomfield College’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 53 % Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 780 – 940 Avg. Net Price $18,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,477
281	University of the District of Columbia	52	83.84	--	14287	36358	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of the District of Columbia Washington, DC Based in Washington, the University of the District of Columbia’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 23% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of the District of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 52 % Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,358
282	Boricua College	50	75.86	--	14102	30398	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Boricua College New York, NY Based in New York, Boricua College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 10% of students attending Boricua College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,398
283	Central Penn College	47	29.39	660 – 910	18681	40798	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Central Penn College Summerdale, PA Found in Summerdale, Central Penn College accepts 29% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 81% of students at Central Penn College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 47 % Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 660 – 910 Avg. Net Price $18,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,798
284	Metropolitan College of New York	47	76.54	--	27481	45086	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Metropolitan College of New York New York, NY Located in New York, Metropolitan College of New York’s acceptance rate is 77%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending Metropolitan College of New York currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 47%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 47 % Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,086
285	Bryant & Stratton College-Albany	45	77.51	--	11447	27873	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Albany Albany, NY Based in Albany, Bryant & Stratton College-Albany accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 45% of students decide to stay......Read more First Year Retention Rate 45 % Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,447 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
286	Berkeley College-New York	40	96.71	--	27509	37284	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Berkeley College-New York New York, NY Located in New York, Berkeley College-New York accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Berkeley College-New York currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 40 % Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
287	Manor College	33	95.76	810 – 1,000	15983	36013	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manor College Jenkintown, PA Based in Jenkintown, Manor College’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending Manor College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 33 % Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $15,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,013
288	Saint Vincent College	0.82	61.73	--	23857	47267	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA Saint Vincent College was established in 1846, making it the first Benedictine monastery in the country. The Bearcats are part of the Presidents' Athletic Conference, competing in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse, among others....Read more First Year Retention Rate 1 % 99.0% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
289	American Musical and Dramatic Academy	0	24.71	--	46130	21168	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American Musical and Dramatic Academy New York, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 24.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $46,130 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,168
290	Bais Medrash Toras Chesed	0	63.01	--	7484	53468	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bais Medrash Toras Chesed Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
291	Be'er Yaakov Talmudic Seminary	0	94.8	--	5047	51407	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Be'er Yaakov Talmudic Seminary Spring Valley, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,407
292	Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid	0	70	--	11171	53468	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Beis Medrash Heichal Dovid Far Rockaway, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
293	Bet Medrash Gadol Ateret Torah	0	65.31	--	4734	63721	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bet Medrash Gadol Ateret Torah Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
294	Beth Medrash Govoha	0	78.32	--	0	51059	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Beth Medrash Govoha Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,059
295	Beth Medrash Meor Yitzchok	0	52.12	--	12538	51395	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Beth Medrash Meor Yitzchok Monsey, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,395
296	Beth Medrash of Asbury Park	0	42.31	--	10707	51749	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Beth Medrash of Asbury Park Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 42.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,749
297	Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo	0	100	--	14550	27873	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Buffalo Buffalo, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
298	Bryant & Stratton College-Greece	0	84.56	--	13652	27873	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Greece Rochester, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
299	Bryant & Stratton College-Online	0	0	--	14611	27873	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Online Orchard Park, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
300	Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North	0	100	--	6985	27873	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse North Liverpool, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
301	CUNY Medgar Evers College	0	83.36	750 – 930	6207	37538	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Medgar Evers College Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 750 – 930 Avg. Net Price $6,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,538
302	Central Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitz	0	88.46	--	19471	54168	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Central Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitz Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,168
303	Chamberlain University-New Jersey	0	90	--	38084	84533	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Chamberlain University-New Jersey North Brunswick, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $38,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
304	Congregation Talmidei Mesivta Tiferes Shmiel Aleksander	0	0	--	10403	63721	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Congregation Talmidei Mesivta Tiferes Shmiel Aleksander Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,403 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
305	Curtis Institute of Music	0	6.95	--	21615	31201	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 7.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201
306	D'Youville University	0	82.35	910 – 1,200	20268	63804	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) D'Youville University Buffalo, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,804
307	Delaware Technical Community College-Terry	0	0	--	7847	35336	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Dover, DE First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,336
308	Eastern International College-Jersey City	0	100	--	23532	36936	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastern International College-Jersey City Jersey City, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,936
309	Eastwick College-Hackensack	0	78.32	--	35023	38122	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastwick College-Hackensack Hackensack, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,122
310	Eastwick College-Ramsey	0	77.82	--	28467	53147	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Eastwick College-Ramsey Ramsey, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,147
311	Empire State University	0	75.18	--	11065	50167	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
312	Excelsior University	0	83.01	--	0	63796	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Excelsior University Albany, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,796
313	Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus	0	95.56	990 – 1,220	17121	45916	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,916
314	Helene Fuld College of Nursing	0	23.81	--	37732	59213	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Helene Fuld College of Nursing New York, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 23.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
315	Hood College	0	77.77	930 – 1,180	23462	48415	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hood College Frederick, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,415
316	Kehilath Yakov Rabbinical Seminary	0	8.96	--	4090	53468	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Kehilath Yakov Rabbinical Seminary Ossining, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
317	Marist College	0	56.51	1,200 – 1,360	40106	62546	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marist College Poughkeepsie, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $40,106 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,546
318	Mechon L'hoyroa	0	75	--	0	56432	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mechon L'hoyroa Monsey, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,432
319	Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary	0	89.74	--	9775	53468	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mesivta Torah Vodaath Rabbinical Seminary Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 89.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
320	Mirrer Yeshiva Cent Institute	0	77.78	--	11993	53468	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mirrer Yeshiva Cent Institute Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
321	Mount Aloysius College	0	90.4	940 – 1,110	20570	45211	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
322	Ner Israel Rabbinical College	0	79.41	--	11734	53468	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Ner Israel Rabbinical College Baltimore, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
323	Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science	0	90.73	920 – 1,100	26370	38325	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science Paul Smiths, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,325
324	Pennsylvania Institute of Technology	0	0	--	16303	31499	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania Institute of Technology Media, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,499
325	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	0	100	1,020 – 1,260	21171	55620	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
326	Plaza College	0	30	--	17923	32282	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Plaza College Forest Hills, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,282
327	Point Park University	0	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
328	Rabbinical Academy Mesivta Rabbi Chaim Berlin	0	100	--	6209	53468	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rabbinical Academy Mesivta Rabbi Chaim Berlin Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
329	Rabbinical College Bobover Yeshiva Bnei Zion	0	0	--	8586	52251	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rabbinical College Bobover Yeshiva Bnei Zion Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,251
330	Rabbinical College Ohr Yisroel	0	3.56	--	6147	51683	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rabbinical College Ohr Yisroel Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,683
331	Rabbinical College of America	0	87.14	--	14947	54272	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rabbinical College of America Morristown, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,272
332	Rabbinical College of Long Island	0	100	--	7838	53468	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rabbinical College of Long Island Long Beach, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
333	Roberts Wesleyan University	0	70.58	1,020 – 1,330	24202	56275	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,275
334	SANS Technology Institute	0	0	--	0	63721	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SANS Technology Institute North Bethesda, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
335	SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University	0	75.18	--	0	110661	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $110,661
336	State University of New York at New Paltz	0	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
337	Strayer University-Delaware	0	0	--	0	36582	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-Delaware Wilmington, DE First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
338	Strayer University-District of Columbia	0	34.89	--	0	36582	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-District of Columbia Washington, DC First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 34.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
339	Strayer University-Global Region	0	0	--	18470	36582	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-Global Region Washington, DC First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
340	Strayer University-Maryland	0	0	--	18092	36582	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-Maryland Suitland, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
341	Strayer University-New Jersey	0	100	--	0	36582	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-New Jersey Piscataway, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
342	Strayer University-Pennsylvania	0	0	--	21360	36582	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Strayer University-Pennsylvania Trevose, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,360 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
343	Talmudical Seminary Oholei Torah	0	78.08	--	10728	53848	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Talmudical Seminary Oholei Torah Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,848
344	The Juilliard School	0	8.96	--	42468	22129	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Juilliard School New York, NY The Juilliard School is a performing arts conservatory. Students learn dance, drama, and music, with Stringed Instruments being the most popular major. Some famous alumni are Robin Williams, Ving Rhames, Val Kilmer, and Viola Davis. The institution is extremely selective, and it has a 52% yield. First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $42,468 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,129
345	The New School	0	83.33	1,170 – 1,370	62226	38210	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The New School New York, NY University professors and researchers, which included faculty from Columbia University, founded The New School in 1919. Some famous alumni include Marlon Brando, Jack Kerouac, and Kevin Smith. Classes are on the small side, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $62,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,210
346	Thomas Edison State University	0	0	--	0	65570	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,570
347	Thomas Jefferson University	0	80.98	1,170 – 1,340	29097	64335	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
348	Trinity Washington University	0	99.19	--	12704	38533	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Trinity Washington University Washington, DC First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,533
349	Trocaire College	0	83.01	--	21147	56726	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Trocaire College Buffalo, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,726
350	United Talmudical Seminary	0	43.79	--	8237	51109	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) United Talmudical Seminary Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,109
351	University of Maryland Global Campus	0	76.33	--	14545	58051	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
352	University of Maryland- Baltimore	0	0	--	0	82754	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland- Baltimore Baltimore, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,754
353	Upstate Medical University	0	78.58	--	0	83990	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Upstate Medical University Syracuse, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,990
354	Walnut Hill College	0	95	--	31989	33867	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,867
355	Women's Institute of Torah Seminary and College	0	96.15	--	13844	63721	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Women's Institute of Torah Seminary and College Baltimore, MD First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
356	Yeshiva Derech Chaim	0	70.21	--	10153	53468	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Derech Chaim Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
357	Yeshiva Gedola Tiferes Yerachmiel	0	42.62	--	8936	53468	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Gedola Tiferes Yerachmiel Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
358	Yeshiva Gedolah Keren Hatorah	0	100	--	9303	63721	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Gedolah Keren Hatorah Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
359	Yeshiva Gedolah Shaarei Shmuel	0	53	--	8944	63721	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Gedolah Shaarei Shmuel Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
360	Yeshiva Kollel Tifereth Elizer	0	75	--	11349	56285	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Kollel Tifereth Elizer Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,285
361	Yeshiva Shaar Ephraim	0	73.42	--	4568	56432	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Shaar Ephraim Monsey, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,432
362	Yeshiva Shaarei Torah of Rockland	0	34.69	--	18501	63721	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Shaarei Torah of Rockland Suffern, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,501 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
363	Yeshiva Sholom Shachna	0	86.96	--	7551	52982	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Sholom Shachna Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,982
364	Yeshiva Toras Chaim	0	98.41	--	5821	53468	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva Toras Chaim Lakewood, NJ First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
365	Yeshiva of Machzikai Hadas	0	66.15	--	19630	51109	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva of Machzikai Hadas Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,109
366	Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College	0	66.92	--	7269	51725	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva of Nitra Rabbinical College Chester, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,725
367	Yeshivas Novominsk	0	90.2	--	9267	63721	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshivas Novominsk Brooklyn, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
368	Yeshivath Viznitz	0	93.73	--	7172	51021	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshivath Viznitz Monsey, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,021
369	Yeshivath Zichron Moshe	0	52.17	--	12517	53468	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshivath Zichron Moshe South Fallsburg, NY First Year Retention Rate -- Acceptance Rate 52.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468