2026 College Rankings

Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic

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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:

Receive fewer than 5,000 applications a year.
Have fewer than 7,000 undergraduate students enrolled.
Have an acceptance rate higher than 10%.
Have 5 or more unique majors.
Rank within the top half of College Raptor’s overall rankings.

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Rank	Institution	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Saint Anselm College	78.05	1,110 – 1,280	35091	63347	#1 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College is the third oldest Catholic college in New England, having been founded in 1889. The school has been the site of presidential policy speeches from John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon as well as several national presidential debates....Read more Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $35,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
2	Saint Michael's College	84.51	1,160 – 1,320	30806	46898	#2 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT Saint Michael’s College has over 30 majors available to students, the most popular of which is Business Administration and Management, General. The college has a 9 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 79% first year retention rate, 75% 4-year graduation rate, and 100% of students receive institutional aid....Read more Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,898
3	College of Saint Benedict	88.87	1,040 – 1,280	29720	54567	#3 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
4	John Carroll University	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#4 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
5	Saint Johns University	77.43	1,080 – 1,280	29473	59843	#5 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 85% first year retention rate. Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
6	Saint Mary's College	75.97	1,160 – 1,340	30389	53470	#6 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s somewhat selective and has a 20% yield. 88% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
7	Saint Norbert College	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#7 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
8	Saint Mary's College of California	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#8 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
9	Saint Francis University	79.16	1,050 – 1,250	27421	56920	#9 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Francis University Loretto, PA Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is affiliated with the Catholic Church. The 600-acre campus is home to a museum of art, The Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life, and a 9-hole golf course. SFU is a NCAA Division I-FCS member and the Red Flash compete in the Northeast Conference. Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $27,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,920
10	Rockhurst University	70.89	1,010 – 1,240	23785	61371	#10 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,253 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
11	Saint Vincent College	61.73	--	23857	47267	#11 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA Saint Vincent College was established in 1846, making it the first Benedictine monastery in the country. The Bearcats are part of the Presidents' Athletic Conference, competing in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse, among others....Read more Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
12	University of Dallas	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	31221	45950	#12 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic 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. 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
13	Franciscan University of Steubenville	72.23	1,110 – 1,340	24490	42037	#13 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 88% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
14	Canisius University	72.24	1,010 – 1,250	19321	46089	#14 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Canisius University Buffalo, NY Founded in 1870, Canisius College became Canisius University in 2023. 100% of students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attending Canisius University, $22,779 on average. The school also offers athletic scholarships, as it's a NCAA Division I without football school....Read more Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,089
15	Niagara University	39.72	650 – 1,250	17495	48289	#15 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s highly selective and has a 32% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $31,682. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Acceptance Rate 39.7% SAT Score 650 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
16	St Bonaventure University	81.65	1,090 – 1,300	27659	48559	#16 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY St. Bonaventure University has a first year retention rate of 86%, a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a 71% six year graduation rate. A NCAA Division I without football school, student-athletes compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Basketball, Lacrosse, and Soccer are popular sports. Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,559
17	Misericordia University	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#17 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
18	DeSales University	77.09	1,090 – 1,260	30524	52721	#18 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 54 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 63% 4-year graduation rate. Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
19	Marywood University	60.58	1,070 – 1,250	24712	47000	#19 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $27,875 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Architecture....Read more Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
20	Saint Ambrose University	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#20 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
21	Loras College	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#21 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
22	Immaculata University	85.78	1,160 – 1,330	29499	56416	#22 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Immaculata University Immaculata, PA Founded in 1920, Immaculata University is a private Catholic school. The University's Latin motto is "Scientia floret virtute" which translates to "Knowledge flourishes in virtue." Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $15,598 on average and 56% of students will graduate in 4 years. Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $29,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
23	The College of Saint Scholastica	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#23 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
24	King's College	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#24 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Physician Assistant, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 59% of students will......Read more Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
25	Carroll College	72.64	1,110 – 1,310	26103	43507	#25 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Carroll College Helena, MT Though the school seal features two lions, Carroll College’s mascot is actually a St. Bernard named Halo. Student athletes compete as the Fighting Saints in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
26	College of Our Lady of the Elms	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#26 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
27	Seton Hill University	75.79	1,050 – 1,250	23732	43700	#27 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Seton Hill University opened in 1885 as a women’s college. It only became co-educational in 2002 – as a result, a majority of the student body are women. Common majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Physician Assistant, and Art Therapy/Therapist....Read more Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
28	University of Mary	78.25	1,090 – 1,290	19225	50191	#28 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
29	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	81.72	960 – 1,150	28268	52884	#29 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
30	Bellarmine University	86.11	1,020 – 1,240	24432	49819	#30 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Bellarmine University Louisville, KY Bellarmine University is a private Catholic university providing a liberal arts education. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 75% first year retention rate, and 65% six year graduation rate. BU is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville right near the Bardstown Road corridor. Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,819
31	University of Saint Joseph	79.64	1,070 – 1,280	27558	52053	#31 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
32	Mercyhurst University	81.02	1,080 – 1,300	26962	39565	#32 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Mercyhurst University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $28,508 on average. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
33	Gwynedd Mercy University	89.63	1,040 – 1,190	26733	65976	#33 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Found in Gwynedd Valley, Gwynedd Mercy University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Gwynedd Mercy University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $26,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
34	Ave Maria University	44.81	1,080 – 1,310	23515	43572	#34 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL Ave Maria University is a private Catholic university located in southwest Florida. Found in 2003 by Tom Monaghan, AMU is the first new Catholic university since 1963. The school has a 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 72% first year retention rate. Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,515 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
35	Regis College	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#35 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 31 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
36	Chaminade University of Honolulu	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#36 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Business Administration and Management, General is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
37	Mount Saint Mary College	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#37 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
38	Marymount University	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#38 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $28,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
39	Benedictine College	76.45	1,110 – 1,360	28451	45000	#39 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
40	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22518	54549	#40 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
41	St Catherine University	91.85	1,040 – 1,230	22357	52795	#41 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
42	La Salle University	95.52	900 – 1,110	20119	53701	#42 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students at La Salle University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
43	Walsh University	78.15	1,040 – 1,260	21009	50090	#43 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their......Read more Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
44	Holy Family University	71.04	910 – 1,150	13016	55285	#44 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Holy Family University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $80 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
45	Georgian Court University	70.52	1,060 – 1,280	21072	44627	#45 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Based in Lakewood, Georgian Court University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,627
46	Christian Brothers University	86.7	1,020 – 1,200	17068	48592	#46 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Located in Memphis, Christian Brothers University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,592
47	Mount Saint Mary's University	73.13	910 – 1,120	27434	61335	#47 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
48	Viterbo University	72.43	1,110 – 1,250	23901	56804	#48 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
49	Marian University	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#49 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
50	Saint Martin's University	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#50 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
51	Newman University	47.61	970 – 1,210	19315	47051	#51 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
52	Mount Mercy University	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#52 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
53	Rivier University	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#53 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
54	Saint Peter's University	90.53	970 – 1,170	14486	42470	#54 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Saint Peter's University Jersey City, NJ Found in Jersey City, Saint Peter's University accepts 91% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,470
55	St. Mary's University	97.76	890 – 1,310	20562	44130	#55 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic 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. 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
56	Edgewood College	94.52	1,040 – 1,210	26692	53843	#56 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
57	Mount Marty University	42.57	970 – 1,210	23163	46984	#57 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
58	University of St Francis	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#58 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
59	Chestnut Hill College	79.13	900 – 1,090	28583	45221	#59 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 67%......Read more Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
60	University of St Thomas	89.93	960 – 1,200	20469	49971	#60 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic 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. 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
61	College of Saint Mary	37.72	890 – 1,150	14265	59339	#61 Top Hidden Gem Colleges – Roman Catholic College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $19,829 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339