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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA)

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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	Davidson College	94.6	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 95 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
2	Trinity University	93	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
3	Macalester College	92.28	28.52	1,350 – 1,500	38571	46244	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $38,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
4	University of Tulsa	92.12	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 8.4% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
5	Rhodes College	91.21	49.68	1,290 – 1,430	30590	48898	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $30,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
6	Lafayette College	90	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	34728	80614	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) 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
7	Alma College	85	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % 11.8% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
8	Agnes Scott College	81.33	62.15	1,180 – 1,370	25609	41382	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Agnes Scott College Decatur, GA One of the Seven Sisters, Agnes Scott College is a women’s undergraduate school but offers co-educational graduate programs as well. The school underwent many name changes since it was founded in 1889, starting with the Decatur Female Seminary....Read more First Year Retention Rate 81 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,382
9	Westminster College	81	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) 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
10	Presbyterian College	79.8	68.37	990 – 1,220	20058	44387	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Presbyterian College Clinton, SC Located in Clinton, Presbyterian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Presbyterian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 7.8% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,387
11	Austin College	79.4	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. First Year Retention Rate 79 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
12	Carroll University	79	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
13	Hanover College	78	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
14	Buena Vista University	77	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
15	University of Dubuque	77	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 8.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
16	Wilson College	77	95.32	960 – 1,120	21567	37049	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) 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
17	Eckerd College	75.8	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	40122	37505	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, FL A private liberal arts school located not far from the beach, Eckerd College is home to several sustainability initiatives, bikesharing systems, and the Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory. In fact, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is a commonly chosen program....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $40,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
18	Muskingum University	74	81.84	930 – 1,110	20269	40536	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 8.8% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
19	William Peace University	74	94.25	1,100 – 1,240	24503	39738	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) William Peace University Raleigh, NC Found in Raleigh, William Peace University accepts 94% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 21.3% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,738
20	Queens University of Charlotte	73.9	56.51	1,150 – 1,320	27178	48170	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Found in Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Queens University of Charlotte currently receive grant aid from the school. At Queens University of Charlotte, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a......Read more First Year Retention Rate 74 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,170
21	Monmouth College	73	86.6	1,050 – 1,250	19088	43158	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 87% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 50% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
22	Westminster College	73	77.58	1,080 – 1,240	26780	40992	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
23	Coe College	72.7	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
24	Waynesburg University	72.3	91.69	980 – 1,220	22837	48994	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) 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
25	Maryville College	71	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	20990	39305	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 61% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 4.4% Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
26	Illinois College	70.63	78.19	910 – 1,200	17255	40110	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $30,139....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
27	Belhaven University	69	53.25	980 – 1,150	22145	38987	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
28	Davis & Elkins College	69	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
29	Lees-McRae College	69	76.85	1,040 – 1,240	26009	41599	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Lees-McRae College Banner Elk, NC Located in Banner Elk, Lees-McRae College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 11.3% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,599
30	University of the Ozarks	68.62	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 6.0% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
31	University of Pikeville	68	88.08	930 – 1,180	13819	34508	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Pikeville Pikeville, KY Based in Pikeville, the University of Pikeville accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 68 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,508
32	Blackburn College	67	80.14	890 – 1,150	21349	36665	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 80% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 36% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
33	University of Jamestown	67	88.08	1,010 – 1,210	20897	51151	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
34	Hastings College	66	65.4	970 – 1,270	21821	45590	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, 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 66 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
35	Mary Baldwin University	65	94.7	980 – 1,220	18838	39075	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Mary Baldwin University Staunton, VA Found in Staunton, Mary Baldwin University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,075
36	Schreiner University	62	87.95	970 – 1,170	21786	45527	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
37	King University	60.1	99.72	930 – 1,140	23282	52248	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248
38	Tusculum University	55	60.42	930 – 1,140	22961	39925	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Tusculum University Greeneville, TN Found in Greeneville, Tusculum University’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 55 % Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,925
39	Stillman College	52	74.22	890 – 970	12479	29790	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 53% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 52 % Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,479 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
40	Lyon College	50.72	65.54	1,080 – 1,240	22675	37629	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Lyon College Batesville, AR Found in Batesville, Lyon College accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Lyon College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lyon College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and a 37% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 51 % Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,629
41	St. Andrews University	42	30.48	890 – 1,080	31503	37691	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) St. Andrews University Laurinburg, NC Located in Laurinburg, St- Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 30%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of students attending St- Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $15,378 each. The first year retention rate is 42%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 42 % Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $31,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
42	Missouri Valley College	41	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate – Presbyterian Church (USA) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 41 % Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902