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Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX)

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This is a measure of what percentage of students at each college or university graduate with a bachelor's degree within 4 years. Students who graduate within four years generally save money on overall tuition costs and student loan debt. This is also seen as a way to measure the success of students on campus and their engagement with faculty and staff.

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Rank	Institution	Graduation Rate % (4 Year)	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Rice University	87	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 87 % 2.4% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
2	Southern Methodist University	75	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	45792	65556	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. 69% of students receive institutional grant aid. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 75 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
3	Texas Christian University	71	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 71 % 1.4% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
4	The University of Texas at Austin	70	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 70 % Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
5	Trinity University	69	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 69 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
6	Baylor University	68	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 68 % 6.3% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
7	Southwestern University	68	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $30,608 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 68 % 3.0% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
8	University of Dallas	68	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	31221	45950	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 68 % 9.7% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
9	Austin College	65	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 65 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
10	St. John's College	64	52.79	1,300 – 1,480	28368	33770	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 92% of students receive institutional grants. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 64 % 23.1% Acceptance Rate 52.8% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $28,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,770
11	Southwest University at El Paso	61	0	--	17365	29611	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwest University at El Paso El Paso, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 61 % 20.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,611
12	Remington College-Dallas Campus	60	50.99	--	27674	50742	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Remington College-Dallas Campus Dallas, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 60 % 10.4% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,742
13	Texas A&M University-College Station	59	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 59 % 5.4% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
14	University of Tulsa	58	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 58 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
15	Hallmark University	57	100	--	10153	46666	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hallmark University San Antonio, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 57 % 18.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,666
16	Oklahoma City University	55	70.39	1,140 – 1,240	23143	42312	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 70% acceptance rate, and 99% of enrolled students receive institutional aid. On the field, the Stars wear blue and white and are cheered on by their mascot, a ram named Starsky. A NAIA Division I school, the average athletic scholarship is $8,577. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 55 % 5.2% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
17	Saint Edward's University	55	83.69	1,040 – 1,230	28351	47743	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 55 % Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
18	LeTourneau University	54	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 54 % 12.5% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
19	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	52	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 52 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
20	The University of Texas at Dallas	52	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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.” 22,000 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). Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 52 % Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
21	Chamberlain University-Arizona	50	87.5	--	31755	59213	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 50 % Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
22	University of Arizona	50	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 50 % 2.0% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
23	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	50	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 50 % 8.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
24	Oral Roberts University	49	98.9	1,020 – 1,260	24347	39112	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Based in Tulsa, Oral Roberts University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 49% of students will......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 49 % 8.9% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
25	Abilene Christian University	47	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 47 % 11.3% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
26	St. Mary's University	47	97.76	890 – 1,310	20562	44130	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 52 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 47 % 2.1% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
27	Dallas Baptist University	46	88.84	980 – 1,230	30275	45138	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $16,006 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 46 % 7.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
28	Northern Arizona University	45	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Psychology, General, though there are 171 degree programs available. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,981 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 45 % 7.1% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
29	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	45	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 45 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
30	Criswell College	43	91.67	1,090 – 1,150	11464	42026	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. andGeneral Studies are commonly chosen undergraduate majors. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 43 % 104.8% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
31	Oklahoma Baptist University	43	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 43 % 10.4% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
32	Oklahoma Christian University	42	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 42 % 8.7% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
33	Schreiner University	42	87.95	970 – 1,170	21786	45527	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 42 % 4.5% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
34	East Texas Baptist University	40	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% 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 71% first......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % 48.1% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
35	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	40	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % 5.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
36	Hardin-Simmons University	40	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % 7.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
37	Southwestern Assemblies of God University	40	84.23	960 – 1,130	19834	37425	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 91% of students at Southwestern Assemblies of God University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Southwestern Assemblies of God......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % 7.0% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
38	University of North Texas	40	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % 8.1% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
39	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	39	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 39 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
40	Southern Nazarene University	38	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 38 % 2.6% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
41	Texas Tech University	38	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 38 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
42	University of Houston	38	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston Houston, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 38 % 5.6% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
43	University of the Incarnate Word	38	98.13	920 – 1,150	21246	47625	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 38 % 15.2% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,246 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
44	Grand Canyon University	37	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 37 % 5.1% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
45	Sam Houston State University	36	90.26	930 – 1,130	14556	45337	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 7% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 36 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
46	Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology	35	76.87	860 – 1,060	29383	58542	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology Tulsa, OK Found in Tulsa, Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 9% of students at Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % 54.5% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $29,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
47	Stephen F Austin State University	35	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % 2.9% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
48	Texas Lutheran University	35	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % 5.4% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
49	University of St Thomas	35	89.93	960 – 1,200	20469	49971	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % 2.8% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
50	Prescott College	34	98.57	1,020 – 1,260	23163	33539	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 54% of students continued their studies at......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 34 % 6.3% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
51	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	34	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 34 % Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
52	American InterContinental University-Houston	33	92.44	--	18558	27823	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University-Houston Houston, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 33 % Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
53	Brookline College-Albuquerque	33	58.22	--	37566	59213	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 33 % Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
54	Texas State University	33	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 33 % 6.5% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
55	Lubbock Christian University	32	75.89	950 – 1,190	25351	46464	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 76% 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 32 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
56	Angelo State University	31	83.01	940 – 1,170	12518	41050	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 31 % Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
57	Houston Christian University	31	84.58	990 – 1,190	20530	44595	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 85% 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 69% and......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 31 % 6.1% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
58	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	31	54.05	1,130 – 1,330	9133	54530	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 29 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 31 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $9,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
59	Arizona Christian University	30	74.42	970 – 1,210	32397	39524	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 30 % 21.1% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
60	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	30	77.03	960 – 1,160	26811	55700	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 30 % 3.2% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $26,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
61	Tarleton State University	30	52.56	--	15363	46729	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 30 % Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
62	University of Advancing Technology	30	95.15	950 – 1,180	21148	39016	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 30 % 9.1% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,016
63	Brookline College-Phoenix	29	85.97	--	0	32705	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 11.5% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
64	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	29	97.07	890 – 1,080	5274	39089	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
65	The University of Texas at San Antonio	29	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 16.0% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
66	University of Houston-Clear Lake	29	83.4	990 – 1,170	10488	52098	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 83% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 45% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 6.5% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
67	West Texas A & M University	29	58.63	960 – 1,160	17182	44399	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 62% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 69% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 7.4% Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
68	The University of Texas at Arlington	28	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 28 % Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
69	Bryan University	27	100	--	20495	32146	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bryan University Tempe, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 27 % 40.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,146
70	Jarvis Christian University	27	93.36	760 – 930	10674	27077	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Based in Hawkins, Jarvis Christian University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 73% of students at Jarvis Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. At Jarvis Christian University, there is a 53% first year......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 27 % 200.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
71	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	27	52.75	1,050 – 1,260	11654	53001	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 27 % Acceptance Rate 52.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,001
72	The University of Texas at Tyler	27	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14043	49355	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 27 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
73	Concordia University Texas	26	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 10.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
74	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	26	88.96	890 – 1,130	8353	32960	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $8,707 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $8,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
75	Southwestern Adventist University	26	55.52	940 – 1,180	20198	43643	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $10,653 each. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 4.0% Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
76	Texas A&M International University	26	45.96	890 – 1,080	3833	37327	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 46% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 60% 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 74%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $3,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
77	Texas A&M University-Commerce	26	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 78% of students attending Texas A&M University-Commerce will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 7.1% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
78	The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest	26	100	--	25723	59213	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest Houston, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 3.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
79	North American University	25	22.7	--	13702	32221	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 25 % 49.0% Acceptance Rate 22.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
80	The University of Texas Permian Basin	25	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 25 % 8.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
81	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	25	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 25 % 4.2% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
82	Howard Payne University	24	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % 7.7% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
83	Midwestern State University	24	87.38	950 – 1,160	11798	46637	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % 9.1% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
84	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	24	92.29	900 – 1,110	10474	44882	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % 4.3% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
85	University of North Texas at Dallas	24	93.86	800 – 1,040	9109	51716	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, the University of North Texas at Dallas accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 41% 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 70% and its four year graduation......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
86	Our Lady of the Lake University	23	72.46	880 – 1,100	17961	41195	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 23 % 23.3% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $17,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
87	Texas Woman's University	23	96.13	950 – 1,160	10763	48773	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 23 % 11.5% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $10,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
88	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	22	55.77	930 – 1,140	8685	35520	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma,......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 22 % 31.3% Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
89	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	21	91.66	860 – 1,080	6683	33619	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 38% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is a......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 21 % 5.0% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
90	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	21	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 21 % 61.5% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
91	East Central University	20	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % 20.0% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
92	Huston-Tillotson University	20	67.69	830 – 1,020	19638	38342	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % 4.8% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 830 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $19,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
93	McMurry University	20	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % 20.0% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
94	Northeastern State University	20	99.35	930 – 1,140	11153	41207	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % 11.1% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
95	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	20	100	930 – 1,140	14761	42896	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % 23.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
96	Rogers State University	19	66.83	800 – 1,070	13953	39324	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 19 % 17.4% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
97	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	19	80.14	940 – 1,190	13320	41785	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year graduation rate is 19%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 19 % 20.8% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
98	Western New Mexico University	19	100	--	8712	31166	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Found in Silver City, Western New Mexico University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 35% of students at Western New Mexico University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 19 % 26.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
99	Cameron University	18	100	850 – 1,040	11094	33447	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Cameron University Lawton, OK Based in Lawton, Cameron University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 18 % 5.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
100	Navajo Technical University	18	92.52	--	4233	23280	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Found in Crownpoint, Navajo Technical University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Navajo Technical University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 18 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,280
101	New Mexico Highlands University	18	94.81	850 – 1,040	15106	38952	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 18 % 10.0% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $15,106 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
102	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	18	88.58	950 – 1,200	14991	42933	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 63% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 18 % Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
103	The University of Texas at El Paso	18	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 44% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 77% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 18 % Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
104	Lamar University	17	85.7	940 – 1,150	10999	47077	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 17 % 6.3% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
105	Strayer University-Texas	17	0	--	17517	36582	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 17 % 0.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
106	Texas Wesleyan University	17	62.39	970 – 1,120	21169	44773	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 41% and around 17%......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 17 % 29.2% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
107	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	16	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 16 % Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
108	Sul Ross State University	16	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 16 % 15.8% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
109	Mid-America Christian University	15	0	--	16187	39265	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City, OK Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 15 % 44.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
110	Prairie View A & M University	15	74.41	870 – 1,040	14065	36350	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 15 % 7.1% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
111	Southwestern Christian University	15	80.34	850 – 1,010	20714	34574	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian University Bethany, OK Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 15 % 21.1% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,574
112	Arlington Baptist University	14	79.23	--	26503	32206	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Located in Arlington, Arlington Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Arlington Baptist University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 35% and around 14% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 14 % 55.6% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
113	Wayland Baptist University	14	55.96	840 – 1,010	20222	44159	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 44%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 14 % Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
114	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	13	64.11	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 13 % 62.5% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
115	The King's University	13	100	870 – 1,130	23878	30883	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The King's University Southlake, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 13 % 44.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
116	Wiley University	13	97.35	--	10290	28078	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) 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 Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 13 % 27.8% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
117	University of Central Oklahoma	12	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 12 % Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
118	Langston University	11	60.96	760 – 1,040	10589	29691	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Langston University Langston, OK Based in Langston, Langston University accepts 61% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 24% of students attending Langston University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Langston University, there is a 52% first year retention rate and a 11%......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 11 % 26.7% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 760 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $10,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,691
119	Paul Quinn College	11	33.81	760 – 970	18118	27021	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 11 % 8.3% Acceptance Rate 33.8% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $18,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
120	Northern New Mexico College	10	75.73	--	6102	34377	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 10 % 66.7% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
121	University of Houston-Downtown	10	89.96	890 – 1,080	14269	49120	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 19% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 10 % 11.1% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
122	Dallas Christian College	9	84.03	800 – 1,080	22463	39868	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 96% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 9 % 25.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $22,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
123	American InterContinental University System	8	92.44	--	14250	27823	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University System Chandler, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 8 % 27.3% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
124	Texas Southern University	8	93.35	830 – 1,010	15021	32986	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 8 % 14.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
125	University of Houston-Victoria	8	76.71	850 – 1,010	9912	44888	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 63% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 8 % 42.9% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
126	University of the Southwest	7	75.73	850 – 1,040	20438	36600	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 7 % 46.2% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
127	Randall University	6	44.81	850 – 1,040	17827	41012	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Randall University Moore, OK Based in Moore, Randall University’s acceptance rate is 45%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 6% of......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 6 % 25.0% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $17,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
128	Texas College	5	42.6	--	10901	27901	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Texas College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. Approximately 5% of students attending Texas College will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students continued studying at Texas College after completing their first......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 5 % 16.7% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
129	Bacone College	4	54.5	810 – 940	16970	31143	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bacone College Muskogee, OK Located in Muskogee, Bacone College accepts 55% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $75 to apply. Approximately 65% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $9,208 each. The first year retention rate is 31%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 4 % Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 810 – 940 Avg. Net Price $16,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,143
130	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	4	100	780 – 1,010	14334	20816	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 4 % 80.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
131	South Texas College	4	0	--	1414	28239	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South Texas College McAllen, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 4 % 42.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
132	Chamberlain University-Texas	0	84.62	--	32247	59213	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Texas Houston, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
133	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	0	89.93	--	14684	33366	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the College of Biblical Studies-Houston accepts 90% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of students attending the College of Biblical Studies-Houston currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
134	Grace School of Theology	0	100	--	0	49343	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grace School of Theology Conroe, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,343
135	National Paralegal College	0	84.9	--	14359	34769	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) National Paralegal College Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, National Paralegal College’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at National Paralegal College currently receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students decide to stay at National Paralegal College after completing their first year....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,769
136	South University-Austin	0	50	--	25434	34115	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South University-Austin Round Rock, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
137	Southwestern Christian College	0	55.52	--	15275	19686	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,686
138	University of Phoenix-Arizona	0	0	--	13612	35359	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Phoenix-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Graduation Rate % (4 Year) -- Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,359