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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania

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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	Peirce College	100	92.16	--	12905	41647	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
2	University of Pennsylvania	98.8	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
3	Carnegie Mellon University	98	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
4	Villanova University	95.2	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
5	Bucknell University	94	28.93	1,180 – 1,400	38486	78852	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
6	Swarthmore College	94	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
7	Haverford College	93.8	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	22828	53353	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
8	Lehigh University	93.7	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	33289	88810	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
9	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	92.6	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
10	Bryn Mawr College	92.2	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	39383	53102	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
11	Dickinson College	92	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
12	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	92	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
13	Gettysburg College	91.1	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
14	Franklin and Marshall College	90.2	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	37475	62544	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
15	Drexel University	90	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42342	69063	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
16	Lafayette College	90	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	34728	80614	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
17	Muhlenberg College	89	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
18	Messiah University	88.6	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29882	50192	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
19	Grove City College	88	72.32	1,150 – 1,370	24184	63721	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
20	Saint Francis University	88	79.16	1,050 – 1,250	27421	56920	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
21	Saint Joseph's University	88	86.39	1,140 – 1,330	36392	66438	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
22	Ursinus College	86.91	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	31625	54542	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
23	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	86.4	97.12	990 – 1,210	18960	55620	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
24	Susquehanna University	86	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
25	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	85.4	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19294	55620	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
26	University of Scranton	85.38	81.2	1,160 – 1,280	32100	62921	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
27	Pennsylvania College of Art and Design	85	99.24	--	30437	23638	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
28	Carlow University	84.4	86.96	980 – 1,180	20561	44876	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
29	Duquesne University	84	83.56	1,180 – 1,360	35125	62627	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
30	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	84	71.47	980 – 1,200	18407	45398	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
31	Elizabethtown College	83.72	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27019	54833	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
32	DeSales University	83.4	77.09	1,090 – 1,260	30524	52721	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
33	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	83.4	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19070	55620	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
34	Juniata College	83.3	78.91	1,080 – 1,310	28925	48571	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
35	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	83.3	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	20964	55620	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
36	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	83.11	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
37	Immaculata University	83	85.78	1,160 – 1,330	29499	56416	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
38	Lebanon Valley College	83	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
39	Temple University	83	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
40	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	82.9	98.21	980 – 1,290	20294	55620	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
41	Robert Morris University	82.9	90.57	1,080 – 1,280	26215	54449	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
42	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	82.1	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	22406	55620	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
43	Washington & Jefferson College	81.2	80.64	1,040 – 1,280	26051	52082	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
44	Geneva College	81.02	80.35	1,000 – 1,220	22145	46107	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
45	Westminster College	81	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
46	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	80.7	96.99	1,100 – 1,330	16275	55620	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
47	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	80	95.19	1,010 – 1,220	22872	36747	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
48	Marywood University	79.8	60.58	1,070 – 1,250	24712	47000	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
49	Mercyhurst University	79.5	81.02	1,080 – 1,300	26962	39565	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
50	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	79.5	98.08	1,080 – 1,300	22506	55620	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
51	Seton Hill University	79.4	75.79	1,050 – 1,250	23732	43700	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
52	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	79.3	98.56	1,100 – 1,270	18239	55620	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
53	Moravian University	79.17	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
54	Arcadia University	78.8	80.22	1,090 – 1,280	26994	44004	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
55	University of Valley Forge	78.49	61.2	930 – 1,190	27854	35671	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
56	Allegheny College	78.3	54.52	1,180 – 1,360	27929	45603	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
57	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	78.2	96.64	1,010 – 1,220	20317	55620	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
58	Chatham University	78	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	29051	48709	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
59	Gwynedd Mercy University	78	89.63	1,040 – 1,190	26733	65976	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
60	Misericordia University	78	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
61	Widener University	78	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
62	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	77.9	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	14933	55620	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
63	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	77.8	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
64	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	77.8	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	18780	55620	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
65	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	77.2	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	17561	55620	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
66	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	77.1	86.19	1,060 – 1,240	20860	44813	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
67	Cairn University-Langhorne	77	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	27603	37077	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
68	Holy Family University	77	71.04	910 – 1,150	13016	55285	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
69	Wilson College	77	95.32	960 – 1,120	21567	37049	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
70	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	76.8	97.41	1,060 – 1,250	19159	55620	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
71	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	76.7	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	22450	55620	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
72	Gannon University	76.17	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
73	Lycoming College	76.1	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20733	43713	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
74	York College of Pennsylvania	76.06	94.2	1,030 – 1,240	21036	50940	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
75	King's College	75.7	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
76	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	75.6	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	19329	55620	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
77	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	75.3	90.77	980 – 1,190	17665	42278	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
78	Pennsylvania College of Technology	75.3	74.23	1,040 – 1,220	24650	47995	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
79	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	75.1	96.41	1,100 – 1,310	19920	55620	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
80	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	75.1	94.84	990 – 1,230	17909	54240	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
81	Cedar Crest College	75	99.13	980 – 1,210	23036	48295	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
82	Wilkes University	74	91.46	1,030 – 1,280	28508	54128	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
83	Thiel College	73.7	71.89	950 – 1,180	22490	40686	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
84	Lincoln University	73.4	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
85	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	73.3	82.91	980 – 1,260	19204	32083	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
86	La Roche University	73	77.61	1,060 – 1,240	24638	45308	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
87	La Salle University	73	95.52	900 – 1,110	20119	53701	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
88	Moore College of Art and Design	73	60.51	1,070 – 1,270	44371	30512	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
89	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	72.6	98.11	1,090 – 1,320	21739	55620	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
90	Waynesburg University	72.3	91.69	980 – 1,220	22837	48994	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
91	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	72.1	85.96	1,000 – 1,180	15318	44290	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
92	Neumann University	72.09	81.28	850 – 1,100	29298	48556	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
93	Pennsylvania Western University	71.7	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
94	Alvernia University	71	62.32	980 – 1,140	26166	49938	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
95	Delaware Valley University	69.28	93.26	1,090 – 1,270	28401	41324	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
96	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	69.1	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	17196	54240	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
97	Albright College	68.8	86.15	950 – 1,150	22116	45391	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
98	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	68.54	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
99	Chestnut Hill College	67	79.13	900 – 1,090	28583	45221	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
100	Rosemont College	66	74.51	980 – 1,190	19297	40852	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
101	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	65.8	92.2	1,180 – 1,180	14895	55620	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
102	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	65.6	88.98	1,020 – 1,210	17015	54240	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
103	Eastern University	65.5	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
104	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	59	81.78	--	14882	34365	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
105	Keystone College	57.2	84.8	900 – 1,170	21461	36653	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
106	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	55	79.13	850 – 1,080	8460	28568	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
107	Lackawanna College	55	86.19	--	20382	35500	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
108	Central Penn College	47	29.39	660 – 910	18681	40798	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
109	Manor College	33	95.76	810 – 1,000	15983	36013	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
110	Saint Vincent College	0.82	61.73	--	23857	47267	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
111	Curtis Institute of Music	0	6.95	--	21615	31201	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
112	Mount Aloysius College	0	90.4	940 – 1,110	20570	45211	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
113	Pennsylvania Institute of Technology	0	0	--	16303	31499	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
114	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	0	100	1,020 – 1,260	21171	55620	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
115	Point Park University	0	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
116	Strayer University-Pennsylvania	0	0	--	21360	36582	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
117	Thomas Jefferson University	0	80.98	1,170 – 1,340	29097	64335	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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
118	Walnut Hill College	0	95	--	31989	33867	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Pennsylvania 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