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Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas

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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	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	100	100	--	672	33366	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the College of Biblical Studies-Houston accepts 100% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the College of Biblical Studies-Houston currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
2	Criswell College	100	100	1,090 – 1,150	5865	42026	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Criswell College Dallas, TX Criswell College was founded in 1970, originally named the Criswell Bible Institute. This Baptist Christian school offers up to Master's degree, and it has very small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 5 to 1. 100% of those who apply are accepted, and 88% enroll. First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
3	Grace School of Theology	100	100	--	0	63721	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Grace School of Theology The Woodlands, TX Based in The Woodlands, Grace School of Theology’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to pay $55 to apply. Approximately 0% of students attending Grace School of Theology currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 100%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
4	Southwestern Christian College	100	100	--	16706	50472	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX Found in Terrell, Southwestern Christian College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Southwestern Christian......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,706 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
5	Strayer University-Texas	100	0	--	22958	36582	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch, TX First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
6	Wade College	100	100	--	17441	28055	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Wade College Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Wade College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $12 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students at Wade College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 100% of students continued studying at Wade College after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,055
7	West Coast University-Texas	100	100	--	51736	96114	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas West Coast University-Texas Richardson, TX Located in Richardson, West Coast University-Texas accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 40% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more First Year Retention Rate 100 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
8	North American University	99	68.62	910 – 1,200	16303	32221	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 99 % 115.2% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
9	The University of Texas at Austin	97.09	22.22	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
10	Rice University	96.77	8.01	1,500 – 1,580	23589	79751	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more First Year Retention Rate 97 % 0.7% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $23,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
11	Texas A&M University-College Station	94.31	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 94 % Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
12	Texas Christian University	93.4	48.09	1,170 – 1,370	41848	60435	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 80% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 93% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. First Year Retention Rate 93 % 0.5% Acceptance Rate 48.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $41,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
13	Trinity University	92	24.88	1,340 – 1,490	32224	55224	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. First Year Retention Rate 92 % 1.1% Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
14	Southern Methodist University	91	47.64	1,370 – 1,490	48179	65556	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Southern Methodist University is a private doctoral/research university that was founded in 1911. It also has a satellite campus in New Mexico. Alumni include Laura Bush, Powers Boothe, and Kathy Bates, as well as astronauts, scientists, politicians, and writers. 67% of students receive institutional grant aid. First Year Retention Rate 91 % Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $48,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
15	The University of Texas at Dallas	90.49	69.09	1,170 – 1,410	14916	57249	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 23,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). First Year Retention Rate 90 % 0.6% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
16	Baylor University	89.29	52.22	1,210 – 1,400	47001	56532	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 15% of accepted students enroll and 89% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. First Year Retention Rate 89 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 52.2% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $47,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
17	Western Technical College	89	100	--	26838	35035	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepts 100% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 1% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Western Technical College, there is a 89% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 89 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,035
18	University of Houston	86.41	75.77	1,130 – 1,320	14309	52768	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 76%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 86 % Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
19	Texas Tech University	85.36	69.06	1,110 – 1,280	16919	52588	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. First Year Retention Rate 85 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
20	Western Technical College	85	100	--	5294	58542	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 33% of students at Western Technical College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 85 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
21	Southwestern University	83.42	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#21 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. First Year Retention Rate 83 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 43.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
22	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	83	57.71	1,050 – 1,260	16497	63721	#22 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s acceptance rate is 58%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 40% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 83 % Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
23	Abilene Christian University	81.57	66.15	1,040 – 1,260	28760	46727	#23 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Located in Abilene, Abilene Christian University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 82 % Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
24	University of Dallas	81.27	73.42	1,150 – 1,380	29209	45950	#24 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. First Year Retention Rate 81 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $29,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
25	Saint Edward's University	80	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#25 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 285 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
26	Texas State University	80	91.18	960 – 1,200	15716	46716	#26 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
27	The University of Texas at San Antonio	80	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#27 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
28	The University of Texas at El Paso	79.73	99.94	850 – 1,100	9305	37978	#28 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.9% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
29	Austin College	79.72	47.68	1,120 – 1,340	23462	45242	#29 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Psychology, General. First Year Retention Rate 80 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
30	LeTourneau University	79	48.79	1,120 – 1,380	29799	51058	#30 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more First Year Retention Rate 79 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 48.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
31	The University of Texas at Tyler	78.03	94.85	1,000 – 1,200	14476	49355	#31 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
32	Texas A&M International University	78	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#32 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
33	University of North Texas	78	70.89	960 – 1,230	15965	46304	#33 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of North Texas Denton, TX A Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive institution, the Denton campus is the flagship school of the University of North Texas system. 434 athletes, known as the Mean Green, wear green and white, representing UNT in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference....Read more First Year Retention Rate 78 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
34	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	77	92.29	880 – 1,100	5282	35812	#34 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students continued studying......Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 4.9% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
35	Texas Woman's University	76.63	96.58	900 – 1,120	11636	48773	#35 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 77 % 10.2% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
36	University of St Thomas	76	83.55	980 – 1,210	20599	49971	#36 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. First Year Retention Rate 76 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
37	Schreiner University	75.78	92.17	930 – 1,070	22884	45527	#37 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 92% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and a 35% four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 14.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
38	Sam Houston State University	75.72	93.72	930 – 1,140	14737	45337	#38 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 76 % 3.4% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
39	Houston Christian University	75	86.45	980 – 1,220	21282	44595	#39 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % 8.2% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
40	Nelson University	75	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#40 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 29% of......Read more First Year Retention Rate 75 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
41	St. Mary's University	74.83	95.08	960 – 1,160	20412	44130	#41 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 55 programs, with many students currently studying Law. First Year Retention Rate 75 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
42	Angelo State University	73.45	79.81	930 – 1,160	14048	41050	#42 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 6.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
43	University of Houston-Clear Lake	73.1	91.73	980 – 1,170	14059	52098	#43 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 92% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
44	Southwestern Adventist University	73	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#44 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
45	The University of Texas at Arlington	73	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#45 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
46	Prairie View A & M University	72.92	78.36	850 – 1,070	14448	36350	#46 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 73 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
47	Tarleton State University	72.44	53.86	1,000 – 1,180	16159	46729	#47 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.3% Acceptance Rate 53.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
48	University of the Incarnate Word	72.26	99.47	880 – 1,140	23363	47625	#48 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 99%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
49	Stephen F Austin State University	72	83.39	950 – 1,160	14959	43144	#49 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 83%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
50	University of Houston-Downtown	71.53	87.9	870 – 1,080	10832	49120	#50 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 72 % 6.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
51	West Texas A & M University	71.29	66.81	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#51 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
52	Dallas Baptist University	71.23	91.31	930 – 1,220	30057	45138	#52 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 71 % 10.6% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
53	Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas	69	100	--	37109	32840	#53 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $49 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
54	Midwestern State University	69	93.47	950 – 1,160	11215	46637	#54 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
55	Lubbock Christian University	68.99	74.73	950 – 1,200	24544	46464	#55 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 69 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
56	Grayson College	67	100	--	6724	59213	#56 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Grayson College Denison, TX Based in Denison, Grayson College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 77% of students at Grayson College will receive institutional grant aid. 67% of students continued studying at Grayson College after completing their first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 67 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
57	Odessa College	66	72.46	--	7371	34867	#57 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Odessa College Odessa, TX Located in Odessa, Odessa College accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 23% of students attending Odessa College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Odessa College, there is a 66% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
58	Texas Southern University	66	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#58 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
59	Lamar University	65.7	83.53	920 – 1,160	9814	47077	#59 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 84% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 66 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
60	Texas A&M University-Victoria	65.1	52.53	890 – 1,110	6754	44888	#60 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, Texas A&M University-Victoria accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Texas A&M University-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 52.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
61	East Texas Baptist University	65	73.06	930 – 1,190	25092	41759	#61 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 73% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 65% first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % 8.5% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
62	Remington College-Dallas Campus	65	100	--	29797	26884	#62 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Remington College-Dallas Campus Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Remington College-Dallas Campus accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 44% of students attending Remington College-Dallas Campus currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,797 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,884
63	University of North Texas at Dallas	65	84.45	850 – 1,100	7586	51716	#63 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, the University of North Texas at Dallas accepts 84% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending the University of North Texas at Dallas will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year graduation......Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
64	Hardin-Simmons University	64.87	86.2	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#64 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 86% 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 currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
65	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	64.6	90.92	890 – 1,100	12812	44882	#65 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 65 % Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
66	San Jacinto Community College	64.31	100	1,060 – 1,210	12397	59213	#66 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Based in Pasadena, San Jacinto Community College accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 1% of students at San Jacinto Community College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 18.2% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
67	Southwest University at El Paso	64	0	--	16906	29611	#67 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Southwest University at El Paso El Paso, TX First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,906 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,611
68	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	64	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#68 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. The three most popular majors among......Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
69	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	64	97.47	1,000 – 1,210	27651	48368	#69 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 97%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 64 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
70	McMurry University	63	89.84	980 – 1,230	20723	38647	#70 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 63%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
71	Our Lady of the Lake University	63	100	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#71 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 63 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
72	Texas Lutheran University	62	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	25119	48125	#72 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
73	The University of Texas Permian Basin	62	96.54	910 – 1,110	13563	50020	#73 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 97% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 62 % 1.6% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
74	Chamberlain University-Texas	61	83.87	--	31278	59213	#74 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Chamberlain University-Texas Houston, TX Based in Houston, Chamberlain University-Texas’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $95 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Chamberlain University-Texas currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chamberlain University-Texas, there is a 61% first year retention rate and 25% of students will......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
75	Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio	61	64.5	630 – 850	27907	58951	#75 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 64.5% SAT Score 630 – 850 Avg. Net Price $27,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
76	Texas Wesleyan University	61	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#76 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 23%......Read more First Year Retention Rate 61 % Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
77	Tyler Junior College	60	100	--	9292	33789	#77 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Tyler Junior College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 29% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 60% of students decide to stay at Tyler Junior College after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 60 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
78	Texas A&M University-Commerce	58.3	74.98	930 – 1,150	12327	43157	#78 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, Texas A&M University-Commerce’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending Texas A&M University-Commerce will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
79	Concordia University Texas	58	91.25	860 – 1,120	24723	48058	#79 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
80	Huston-Tillotson University	58	39.09	850 – 1,250	20355	38342	#80 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 39% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate 39.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
81	South Texas College	58	0	--	1844	28239	#81 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas South Texas College McAllen, TX First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
82	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	58	91.56	980 – 1,210	15233	42933	#82 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
83	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	57.86	94.47	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#83 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 94% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 57% first year retention rate and......Read more First Year Retention Rate 58 % 12.3% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
84	Galen Health Institutes-Houston	57	0	--	29159	59213	#84 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Galen Health Institutes-Houston Houston, TX First Year Retention Rate 57 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
85	Galen Health Institutes-Austin Campus	52	0	--	28423	59213	#85 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Galen Health Institutes-Austin Campus Round Rock, TX First Year Retention Rate 52 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
86	Howard Payne University	52	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#86 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 52 % Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
87	The King's University	50	60.64	870 – 1,130	13940	30883	#87 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas The King's University Southlake, TX Found in Southlake, The King's University accepts 61% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 36% of students attending The King's University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and 6% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
88	Wiley University	50	100	--	7149	28078	#88 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Wiley University Marshall, TX Wiley University opened in 1873, became Wiley College in 1929, and began offering Master’s degrees again in 2024. Two commonly chosen undergraduate majors are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” First Year Retention Rate 50 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
89	Paul Quinn College	49	40.28	840 – 990	12709	27021	#89 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 40% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 49 % Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 840 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
90	Galen Health Institutes-Dallas	48	0	--	30010	59213	#90 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Galen Health Institutes-Dallas Richardson, TX First Year Retention Rate 48 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,010 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
91	Jarvis Christian University	48	100	760 – 930	9082	27077	#91 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Based in Hawkins, Jarvis Christian University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 71% of students at Jarvis Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. At Jarvis Christian University, there is a 48% first year......Read more First Year Retention Rate 48 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
92	Sul Ross State University	45	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#92 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more First Year Retention Rate 45 % Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
93	Arlington Baptist University	41	100	--	25267	32206	#93 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Located in Arlington, Arlington Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Arlington Baptist University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 41% and around 16% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more First Year Retention Rate 41 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
94	Dallas Christian College	41	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#94 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more First Year Retention Rate 41 % Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
95	South University-Austin	38	50	--	26168	34115	#95 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas South University-Austin Round Rock, TX Located in Round Rock, South University-Austin’s acceptance rate is 50% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of students attending South University-Austin will receive institutional grant aid....Read more First Year Retention Rate 38 % Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
96	Wayland Baptist University	37.74	54.77	930 – 1,160	20446	44159	#96 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 37%....Read more First Year Retention Rate 38 % 14.2% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
97	Texas College	34	100	--	10958	27901	#97 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Texas College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Texas College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. Approximately 33% of students attending Texas College will receive grant aid from the school. 34% of students continued studying at Texas College after completing their first......Read more First Year Retention Rate 34 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
98	Culinary Institute Inc	33	100	--	30428	24831	#98 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by First Year Retention Rate in Texas Culinary Institute Inc Houston, TX Based in Houston, Culinary Institute Inc accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 33% of students continued their studies at Culinary Institute Inc after completing their first year....Read more First Year Retention Rate 33 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,428 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,831