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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana

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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	University of Notre Dame	99	11.27	1,460 – 1,560	29300	86210	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more First Year Retention Rate 99 % 1.0% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
2	Purdue University-Main Campus	93	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
3	Wabash College	93	63.3	1,070 – 1,280	25562	52667	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Wabash College Crawfordsville, IN Wabash College is an all men’s school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% of students receive grant aid - around $39,605 each - and 75% graduate within six years. The student paper, “The Bachelor,” has been in publication since the early 1900s. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 8.1% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,667
4	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	92	76.86	1,330 – 1,500	45406	85935	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more First Year Retention Rate 92 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
5	Indiana University-Bloomington	91	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	53417	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
6	DePauw University	89	57.19	1,230 – 1,420	31411	58476	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science are commonly chosen majors. First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $31,411 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
7	Taylor University	89	73.53	1,110 – 1,360	26178	45142	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 63 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General. The school also boasts a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $26,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
8	Saint Mary's College	88	75.97	1,160 – 1,340	27865	53470	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s somewhat selective and has a 20% yield. 88% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. First Year Retention Rate 88 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
9	Butler University	87	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	38438	61627	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. First Year Retention Rate 87 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $38,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
10	Huntington University	84	75.64	940 – 1,170	19767	40702	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Huntington University Huntington, IN 96% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. First Year Retention Rate 84 % 9.1% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
11	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	83	88.94	970 – 1,210	23402	51329	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 83% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 5.1% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
12	University of Evansville	83	77.6	1,070 – 1,280	18773	46734	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 7.8% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
13	Hanover College	82	83.7	1,120 – 1,300	23683	42876	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. First Year Retention Rate 82 % 1.2% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
14	Goshen College	80	84.07	880 – 1,110	16693	43218	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Goshen College Goshen, IN Found in Goshen, Goshen College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 84.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,218
15	Trine University	80	85.48	1,050 – 1,270	25355	53010	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 54% of students will earn......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
16	Ball State University	78	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13599	44394	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
17	Oakland City University	78	82.51	870 – 1,150	16437	43190	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 83% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 40% four year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 14.7% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
18	Earlham College	77	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	27107	35430	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,107 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
19	Grace College and Theological Seminary	77	82.15	1,030 – 1,230	21065	41463	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN Grace College and Theological Seminary was founded in 1948, though it has roots going back to 1937. Affiliated with the Charis Fellowship, the school’s motto is “To know Christ and to make Him known.” On campus, 77% of freshmen return for their sophomore year, and 66% graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 77 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,463
20	Marian University	76	95.46	970 – 1,200	22786	55704	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
21	University of Southern Indiana	75	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 8.7% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
22	Valparaiso University	75	89.43	1,080 – 1,300	21766	55216	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 89% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 62% of students will graduate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 5.1% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
23	Franklin College	73	69.8	1,060 – 1,240	24189	45635	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
24	Bethel University	72	97.66	900 – 1,160	19494	44271	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Bethel University Mishawaka, IN Located in Mishawaka, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Bethel University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 49% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,271
25	Indiana University-Indianapolis	72	76.37	1,040 – 1,260	12228	47173	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 72% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
26	Indiana University-Northwest	71	73.39	920 – 1,190	5745	39714	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN Located in Gary, Indiana University-Northwest accepts 73% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students at Indiana University-Northwest will receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-Northwest, there is a 71% first year retention rate and 18% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $5,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,714
27	University of Indianapolis	71	66.5	970 – 1,190	22662	46452	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 4.4% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
28	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	71	95.97	880 – 1,080	18654	47944	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 7.6% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
29	Holy Cross College	70	75.18	1,050 – 1,350	22421	41335	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Holy Cross College Notre Dame, IN Based in Notre Dame, Holy Cross College accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 71% of students at Holy Cross College currently receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at Holy Cross College after completing their......Read more First Year Retention Rate 70 % 11.4% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,335
30	Indiana University-Kokomo	69	86.48	970 – 1,160	3880	42134	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, IN Based in Kokomo, Indiana University-Kokomo accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending Indiana University-Kokomo currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $3,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,134
31	Purdue University Fort Wayne	67	83.89	990 – 1,230	14735	42873	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 88% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % 4.7% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
32	Indiana State University	66	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
33	Manchester University	66	71.06	900 – 1,190	19425	43024	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 71% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
34	Purdue University Northwest	66	72.36	890 – 1,150	7916	48439	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 74% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
35	Indiana University-South Bend	65	83.84	960 – 1,190	9003	41388	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Found in South Bend, Indiana University-South Bend’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 46% of students attending Indiana University-South Bend currently receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-South Bend, there is a 65% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,388
36	Indiana University-Southeast	64	84.46	990 – 1,190	9102	42290	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, IN Based in New Albany, Indiana University-Southeast accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 8.6% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,290
37	Indiana University-East	62	67.22	980 – 1,180	8718	44827	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana University-East Richmond, IN Found in Richmond, Indiana University-East’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 57% of students at Indiana University-East currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,718 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,827
38	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	62	72.39	880 – 1,070	20451	41863	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 7.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
39	Anderson University	60	79.34	910 – 1,160	25332	44396	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 60% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % 14.3% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
40	Indiana Institute of Technology	59	70.39	950 – 1,160	24208	29717	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN Found in Fort Wayne, Indiana Institute of Technology accepts 70% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Indiana Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 59 % 10.6% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $24,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
41	Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies	55	0	--	19882	29717	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies Fort Wayne, IN First Year Retention Rate 55 % 37.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
42	Vincennes University	50	0	--	12895	35834	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Vincennes University Vincennes, IN First Year Retention Rate 50 % 3.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
43	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	42	40	810 – 980	16765	39342	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Indiana Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 40% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more First Year Retention Rate 42 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 40.0% SAT Score 810 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342