College Raptor’s Hidden Gem rankings highlight under-the-radar colleges that may not be household names, but they're bringing serious academic heat. Hidden Gems are based on College Raptor’s overall national rankings and must meet the following criteria:
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| Rank | Institution | Acceptance Rate | SAT Score | Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price | Median Starting Salary | Save |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rockhurst University | 70.89 | 1,010 – 1,240 | 23785 | 61371 |
#1
Rockhurst University
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| 2 | Truman State University | 83.77 | 1,210 – 1,400 | 12798 | 43966 |
#2
Truman State University
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| 3 | Maryville University of Saint Louis | 95.08 | 970 – 1,210 | 26733 | 55047 |
#3
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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| 4 | William Jewell College | 38.36 | 1,010 – 1,210 | 17408 | 54197 |
#4
William Jewell College
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| 5 | Drury University | 57.58 | 1,120 – 1,340 | 22194 | 37508 |
#5
Drury University
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| 6 | University of Illinois Springfield | 84.37 | 1,040 – 1,240 | 9241 | 47432 |
#6
University of Illinois Springfield
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School data is from 2022–2023 (top 500 results shown) for schools with at least 100 undergraduate students.
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