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Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist

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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	Duke University	84.9132947976879	5.24	1,510 – 1,560	21981	85792	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 85 % 2.3% Acceptance Rate 5.2% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $21,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
2	Emory University	81.5597667638484	10.3	1,460 – 1,550	27303	74980	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 95% first year retention rate, 81% four year graduation rate, and 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 82 % 0.8% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
3	Wofford College	76.6949152542373	54.87	1,240 – 1,370	30481	52076	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 89% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $36,914 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 77 % 2.2% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
4	Southern Methodist University	76.1842959117456	47.64	1,370 – 1,490	48179	65556	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 76 % 0.0% 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
5	American University	66.4575014261266	65.56	1,330 – 1,460	39676	61328	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 66% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 66% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 66 % 1.7% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,676 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
6	Southwestern University	66.2162162162162	43.48	1,160 – 1,370	32228	49249	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist 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. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 66 % 0.5% 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
7	High Point University	65.8227848101266	75.31	1,150 – 1,390	43086	50955	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 85% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 66 % Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
8	Allegheny College	65.3144016227181	58.77	1,140 – 1,350	26420	45603	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 65 % 2.7% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
9	Florida Southern College	64.5114942528736	64.42	1,180 – 1,350	29384	47749	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 64% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 65 % Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
10	Randolph-Macon College	63.1090487238979	91.05	1,000 – 1,260	28912	48067	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 63 % 0.4% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
11	Lebanon Valley College	62.5792811839323	80.8	1,190 – 1,330	27995	54021	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 84% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 63 % 7.9% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
12	Drew University	61.5	67.34	1,140 – 1,340	28425	47562	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Drew University Madison, NJ Based in Madison, Drew University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Drew University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 88% of students continued their studies......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 62 % 1.8% Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,562
13	Cornell College	59.4594594594595	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 59 % Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
14	University of Evansville	59.3258426966292	94.12	1,070 – 1,280	18773	46734	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 59 % 3.6% Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
15	Ohio Northern University	59.0038314176245	73.84	1,090 – 1,320	25941	62686	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, and Other are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 59 % Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
16	Ohio Wesleyan University	58.6118251928021	64.41	1,180 – 1,390	23006	42495	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 59 % 15.4% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $23,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
17	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	57.5	61.86	1,110 – 1,280	21634	61249	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 62%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 67% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 58 % 52.0% Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
18	Hendrix College	55.0724637681159	78.22	1,180 – 1,410	24699	39913	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $26,884. There are 24 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Psychology, General. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 55 % 13.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $24,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
19	Millsaps College	54.6938775510204	43.12	1,080 – 1,300	27737	46137	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Millsaps College Jackson, MS Millsaps College was founded in 1890 and has produced well-known actors, poets, professors, politicians, and athletes. “The Bowl” is the home of Homecoming activities, concerts, and events on campus. The college’s motto is “In pursuit of excellence” (Ad Excellentiam) and it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 55 % Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
20	Centenary College of Louisiana	53.4883720930233	61.05	1,040 – 1,250	25953	42821	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 53 % 11.6% Acceptance Rate 61.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
21	Nebraska Wesleyan University	52.7720739219713	72.43	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#21 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 41 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 537 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 53 % 9.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
22	North Central College	52.6032315978456	83.77	1,090 – 1,320	23276	51762	#22 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 741 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 53 % 4.2% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
23	Otterbein University	52.0064205457464	83.88	950 – 1,340	20457	44539	#23 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 52 % 8.7% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
24	Simpson College	51.3888888888889	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#24 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 51 % Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
25	Baker University	47.5409836065574	97.71	930 – 1,140	26211	54747	#25 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 48 % 3.3% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
26	University of Indianapolis	47.3090277777778	72.8	970 – 1,190	22662	46452	#26 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 47 % 5.5% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
27	Lycoming College	47.0588235294118	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#27 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 47 % 9.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
28	Centenary University	44.8430493273543	83.08	970 – 1,170	22640	46049	#28 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ Centenary University was originally founded in 1867 as a preparatory school. Today, the school is known for being a non-selective university, with an acceptance rate of 83%. Of attending students 78% stay after the first year and 44% will graduate within 4 years....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 45 % Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,049
29	West Virginia Wesleyan College	44.7204968944099	93.34	900 – 1,160	19218	42672	#29 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 45 % Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
30	Emory & Henry University	44.4029850746269	83.65	1,050 – 1,240	21446	39448	#30 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Emory & Henry University Emory, VA Found in Emory, Emory & Henry University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 44 % Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,448
31	Hamline University	43.6928702010969	90.13	1,080 – 1,270	22390	47139	#31 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 44 % 13.9% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
32	Dakota Wesleyan University	42.8571428571429	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#32 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 43 % Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
33	Huntingdon College	42.1875	69.2	1,040 – 1,220	23055	42147	#33 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 42 % 12.1% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
34	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	41.5094339622642	62.71	970 – 1,180	22929	43860	#34 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 63% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 42 % 5.4% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
35	Albright College	41.4634146341463	94.08	940 – 1,220	20587	45391	#35 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 41 % 1.5% Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
36	Morningside University	41.4492753623188	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#36 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 41 % Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
37	Kansas Wesleyan University	41.0958904109589	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#37 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 41 % Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
38	Claflin University	40.6028368794326	64.93	870 – 1,010	17272	29227	#38 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 8,130 applications during the last admissions cycle. 7% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 41 % Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
39	McKendree University	39.6969696969697	71.72	920 – 1,300	22444	49439	#39 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
40	Greensboro College	39.6739130434783	70.14	900 – 1,110	18730	36462	#40 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 40 % Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
41	Virginia Wesleyan University	39.1812865497076	69.03	1,190 – 1,350	21267	39200	#41 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach, VA Found in Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 39 % 8.9% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,200
42	Clark Atlanta University	37.037037037037	64.22	890 – 1,090	31223	28097	#42 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 37 % Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $31,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
43	Adrian College	36.7088607594937	72.57	920 – 1,170	25922	42805	#43 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 37 % Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,922 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
44	Young Harris College	36.2459546925566	62.64	910 – 1,180	21969	36389	#44 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Young Harris College Young Harris, GA Located in Young Harris, Young Harris College accepts 63% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 36 % Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,389
45	Tennessee Wesleyan University	35.2941176470588	68.85	1,010 – 1,140	15125	45987	#45 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
46	Columbia College	34.9397590361446	96.6	830 – 1,070	18790	45863	#46 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Columbia College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 97%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 86% of students at Columbia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Columbia College, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 34% of......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % 33.1% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,863
47	Reinhardt University	34.9112426035503	61.54	970 – 1,170	24550	40411	#47 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 34% of students will earn a degree......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 35 % Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
48	Brevard College	34.1085271317829	42.16	890 – 1,240	26930	34401	#48 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 98% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 34 % Acceptance Rate 42.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
49	Wesleyan College	32.9032258064516	59.1	990 – 1,140	12837	35630	#49 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Wesleyan College Macon, GA Found in Macon, Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 59% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Wesleyan College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 33 % Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,630
50	Kentucky Wesleyan College	31.4285714285714	71.78	890 – 1,140	20999	35895	#50 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 53% first year retention rate and around 31% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 31 % Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
51	Southwestern College	29.375	47.29	870 – 1,130	29488	48034	#51 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % 2.5% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
52	North Carolina Wesleyan University	29.2746113989637	80.26	860 – 1,100	18472	38939	#52 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $18,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939
53	Methodist University	29.2682926829268	75.16	1,100 – 1,270	26334	40540	#53 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 65% of students decide to stay at......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,334 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
54	Lindsey Wilson University	29.0203327171904	0	930 – 1,140	16374	34861	#54 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Lindsey Wilson University Columbia, KY Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
55	Dillard University	28.7634408602151	73.71	970 – 1,140	21842	28507	#55 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Dillard University New Orleans, LA A fairly selective school, Dillard University has an 6% yield. While Dillard opened in 1930, it has roots dating back to 1868. The school motto is “Ex Fide, Fortis,” which means “Strong Through Faith.” It’s affiliated with both the United Methodist Church and United Church of Christ. Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 29 % Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,507
56	McMurry University	26.2745098039216	89.84	980 – 1,230	20723	38647	#56 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 17.8% 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
57	LaGrange College	26	87.22	1,000 – 1,150	21139	46599	#57 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist LaGrange College Lagrange, GA Found in Lagrange, LaGrange College accepts 87% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending LaGrange College will receive institutional grant aid. At LaGrange College, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 26% of students will earn their degree......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % 29.7% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,599
58	Pfeiffer University	25.7328990228013	96.03	800 – 1,080	19660	44621	#58 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 26 % Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
59	Alaska Pacific University	25	96.45	870 – 1,160	21960	47803	#59 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 25 % Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $21,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
60	Texas Wesleyan University	23.8255033557047	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#60 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist 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 Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % 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
61	Ferrum College	23.7974683544304	88.98	880 – 1,100	20082	36418	#61 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 89% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 24 % Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $20,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
62	Union Commonwealth University	22.1719457013575	63.15	850 – 1,110	17124	36529	#62 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 63%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and 22% of......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 22 % Acceptance Rate 63.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
63	Philander Smith University	20.4778156996587	100	800 – 1,010	14082	25254	#63 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Philander Smith University Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Philander Smith University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 85% of students attending Philander Smith University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,254
64	Bennett College	19.6808510638298	50.66	820 – 1,060	26990	23153	#64 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Bennett College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Bennett College accepts 51% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 67% of students at Bennett College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 20 % Acceptance Rate 50.7% SAT Score 820 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $26,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,153
65	Wiley University	14.1414141414141	100	--	7149	28078	#65 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist 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.” Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 14 % Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
66	Rust College	9.28270042194093	48.67	860 – 1,030	12037	25641	#66 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Rust College Holly Springs, MS Based in Holly Springs, Rust College accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at Rust College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 9 % Acceptance Rate 48.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $12,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,641
67	Paine College	4.47761194029851	95.43	820 – 1,000	15935	25240	#67 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by 4 Year Graduation Rate – United Methodist Paine College Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Paine College accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 99% of students at Paine College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Graduation Rate % (4 Year) 4 % Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 820 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $15,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,240