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Rank	Institution	% First Year International Students	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	26.4828738512949	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	22406	55620	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more % First Year International Students 26 Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
2	University of Wisconsin-Superior	15.7692307692308	77.95	970 – 1,180	13126	41868	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 78% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 16 1.4% Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
3	University of California-Davis	15.5085905428007	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more % First Year International Students 16 12.4% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
4	University of California-Irvine	15.3766921718658	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. % First Year International Students 15 37.8% Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
5	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	15.2585973463309	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. % First Year International Students 15 0.4% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
6	Skyline College	14.452798663325	99.03	--	4652	41261	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Skyline College San Bruno, CA % First Year International Students 14 10.8% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,261
7	Northwest College	14.2384105960265	0	--	9254	58542	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Northwest College Powell, WY % First Year International Students 14 16.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
8	Santa Monica College	14.137346333192	43.84	--	5636	51847	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA % First Year International Students 14 7.0% Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
9	Saint Cloud State University	14.0235910878113	94.95	970 – 1,220	14648	47215	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 14 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
10	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	13.2492492492492	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Business Administration and Management, General. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." % First Year International Students 13 21.0% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
11	Youngstown State University	13.1137352392791	80.66	950 – 1,180	11740	37590	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 81%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and a 23% four year graduation rate....Read more % First Year International Students 13 40.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
12	Houston Community College	11.9377374678269	100	--	6033	31319	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Houston Community College Houston, TX % First Year International Students 12 13.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
13	East Central University	11.6216216216216	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 12 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
14	University of California-San Diego	11.0920770877944	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. % First Year International Students 11 0.6% Acceptance Rate 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
15	University of California-Santa Barbara	10.9855244893912	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. % First Year International Students 11 11.7% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
16	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	10.8474576271186	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	17561	55620	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and......Read more % First Year International Students 11 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
17	University of California-Berkeley	10.4201174521909	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Pacific-12 Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. % First Year International Students 10 7.7% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
18	Fashion Institute of Technology	10.2118003025719	60.24	--	19649	50102	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 14% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 10 4.7% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
19	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	9.44003026863413	59.73	1,310 – 1,500	22954	60347	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 84% graduate in six years. % First Year International Students 9 5.3% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
20	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	9.26327193932828	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more % First Year International Students 9 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
21	Central State University	9.05923344947735	98.61	800 – 970	14821	27173	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 9 5.0% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
22	SUNY Old Westbury	8.75	83.52	1,010 – 1,210	10495	43671	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, SUNY Old Westbury’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 9 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,671
23	CUNY Queens College	8.74159462055716	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 9 112.5% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
24	Ohio State University-Main Campus	8.52145869511287	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. % First Year International Students 9 21.5% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
25	Minot State University	8.49315068493151	64.62	970 – 1,180	12349	46214	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 8 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
26	University of Wisconsin-Madison	8.47564038171773	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more % First Year International Students 8 8.7% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
27	Foothill College	8.45965770171149	100	--	9665	59213	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA % First Year International Students 8 17.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
28	University at Buffalo	8.31187075626317	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 8 2.4% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
29	Arkansas State University	8.19277108433735	79.59	970 – 1,180	13002	38944	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 80% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more % First Year International Students 8 16.7% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
30	University of Massachusetts-Boston	8.0294961081524	82.96	1,090 – 1,300	17554	53521	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 8 40.9% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
31	University of Toledo	7.85512699905927	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more % First Year International Students 8 231.5% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
32	University of California-Los Angeles	7.83599088838269	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. % First Year International Students 8 6.2% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
33	Stony Brook University	7.76127766881479	49.04	1,320 – 1,490	18601	59492	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 8 6.9% Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
34	Georgia State University	7.7478660538411	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 10% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 34%......Read more % First Year International Students 8 15.7% Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
35	Purdue University-Main Campus	7.71772732118111	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. % First Year International Students 8 4.2% Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
36	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	7.60031889449907	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more % First Year International Students 8 4.4% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
37	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	7.33229329173167	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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. % First Year International Students 7 3.1% 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
38	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	7.24035608308605	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. % First Year International Students 7 30.5% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
39	University of Utah	7.08333333333333	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. % First Year International Students 7 16.1% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
40	Minnesota State University, Mankato	7.0221066319896	91.33	1,010 – 1,210	17227	50098	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 43% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more % First Year International Students 7 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
41	Kean University	6.96138211382114	76.88	900 – 1,170	11593	46603	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 7 47.3% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
42	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	6.91316234865252	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more % First Year International Students 7 19.3% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
43	University of Southern Mississippi	6.866705135603	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more % First Year International Students 7 123.0% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
44	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	6.63449939686369	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	20964	55620	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 7 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
45	Truman State University	6.51162790697674	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	12798	43966	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more % First Year International Students 7 48.3% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
46	Cleveland State University	6.48899188876014	91.3	880 – 1,130	16307	44625	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 6 215.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
47	University of Connecticut	6.46932442110289	53.95	1,230 – 1,430	22324	63322	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 91% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Economics, General, and Management Science. % First Year International Students 6 1.4% Acceptance Rate 54.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $22,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
48	The University of Texas at El Paso	6.40993159361541	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 6 0.2% 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
49	Michigan State University	6.3883352564775	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 6 10.6% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
50	Snow College	6.2807881773399	0	--	7258	34587	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Snow College Ephraim, UT % First Year International Students 6 19.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
51	University of Idaho	6.26003210272873	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	14377	42602	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more % First Year International Students 6 26.9% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
52	Purdue University Northwest	6.20805369127517	72.46	930 – 1,150	9637	48439	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $9,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
53	University of Illinois Chicago	6.13298902517753	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	11499	53218	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 36% of......Read more % First Year International Students 6 7.7% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $11,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
54	University of South Florida	6.1175254178873	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 6 36.8% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
55	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	6.07734806629834	98.08	1,080 – 1,300	22506	55620	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
56	University of Arizona	6.0711945839703	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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. % First Year International Students 6 29.9% 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
57	Missouri Southern State University	6.04490500863558	97.06	950 – 1,200	11264	37866	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
58	Jacksonville State University	6.00550964187328	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 64% first year......Read more % First Year International Students 6 101.0% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
59	University of North Texas	5.81865434594282	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 6 3.4% 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
60	CUNY Lehman College	5.75539568345324	46.01	960 – 1,080	4076	51067	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $4,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
61	Wayne State College	5.74555403556772	100	970 – 1,180	15458	40857	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Wayne State College Wayne, NE Based in Wayne, Wayne State College 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 54% of students attending Wayne State College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wayne State College, there is a 72% first year......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
62	University of Louisiana at Monroe	5.71973307912297	74.56	1,050 – 1,230	11160	40430	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more % First Year International Students 6 54.9% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
63	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	5.69620253164557	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	22450	55620	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
64	University of South Dakota	5.63277249451353	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	18466	46290	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 70% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more % First Year International Students 6 73.7% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
65	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	5.61674008810573	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
66	University of Florida	5.56048506359065	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more % First Year International Students 6 10.4% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
67	CUNY York College	5.4093567251462	64.1	870 – 1,050	5631	46148	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 5 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $5,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
68	Santa Fe College	5.39872971065632	72.1	--	11790	34919	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL % First Year International Students 5 15.7% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,919
69	Southeast Missouri State University	5.36130536130536	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. % First Year International Students 5 29.5% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
70	Southern Utah University	5.26085050416484	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 5 26.6% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
71	Missouri State University-Springfield	5.20943329813446	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17104	40553	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more % First Year International Students 5 17.9% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
72	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	5.12200483622774	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. % First Year International Students 5 2.2% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
73	McNeese State University	4.98588899341486	67.55	1,040 – 1,180	11393	38713	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA % First Year International Students 5 37.4% Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
74	University of Virginia-Main Campus	4.8411497730711	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. % First Year International Students 5 6.4% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
75	University of Central Oklahoma	4.83570985740856	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 5 134.2% 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
76	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	4.7248471372985	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." % First Year International Students 5 60.5% Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
77	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	4.70312832517557	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. % First Year International Students 5 25.7% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
78	Indiana University-Bloomington	4.67015706806283	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. % First Year International Students 5 13.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
79	William Paterson University of New Jersey	4.627539503386	92.52	990 – 1,350	16999	44928	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 5 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
80	Eastern Michigan University	4.58377239199157	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). % First Year International Students 5 24.9% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
81	Washburn University	4.56475583864119	100	890 – 1,140	12894	42881	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 5 15.2% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
82	California State University-Fresno	4.53428025129746	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more % First Year International Students 5 63.3% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
83	University of Nebraska at Kearney	4.50549450549451	89.49	970 – 1,210	16249	43241	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. % First Year International Students 5 21.5% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
84	University of Michigan-Dearborn	4.32152117545376	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	12798	50389	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
85	University of Houston	4.26397735314933	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX % First Year International Students 4 6.7% 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
86	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	4.22695035460993	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. % First Year International Students 4 21.2% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
87	Purdue University Fort Wayne	4.13642960812772	83.89	990 – 1,240	12619	42873	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 63% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 4 13.8% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,619 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
88	The University of Texas at Arlington	4.12765144276706	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 4 32.8% 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
89	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	4.11193603655054	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more % First Year International Students 4 19.1% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
90	University of North Alabama	3.94736842105263	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	10441	38295	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
91	California State University-East Bay	3.92354124748491	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year......Read more % First Year International Students 4 3.4% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
92	West Los Angeles College	3.92296718972896	0	--	9426	59213	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA % First Year International Students 4 34.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
93	Rio Salado College	3.88936905790838	0	--	9003	42314	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
94	CUNY New York City College of Technology	3.88148148148148	80.74	850 – 1,030	5417	39982	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 61% and 10% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more % First Year International Students 4 167.1% Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $5,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
95	Troy University	3.84391380314502	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more % First Year International Students 4 57.8% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
96	Weber State University	3.78857317445768	100	970 – 1,180	11572	47061	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Weber State University Ogden, UT % First Year International Students 4 79.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
97	Florida Atlantic University	3.77487989018531	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more % First Year International Students 4 100.6% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
98	University of California-Riverside	3.74932077522188	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more % First Year International Students 4 19.6% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
99	The University of Texas at Austin	3.60149174214171	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more % First Year International Students 4 9.4% 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
100	New Jersey Institute of Technology	3.57548240635641	65.07	1,250 – 1,470	16736	69591	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ Based in Newark, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 65% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of students at New Jersey Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation rate is 38%. Three......Read more % First Year International Students 4 7.7% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $16,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
101	CUNY City College	3.56339084771193	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more % First Year International Students 4 68.0% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
102	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	3.54071825998988	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	17704	55137	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 4 29.1% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
103	Central Michigan University	3.52250489236791	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. % First Year International Students 4 97.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
104	Northwest Missouri State University	3.47826086956522	86.13	970 – 1,180	15497	41695	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
105	William & Mary	3.45892526250772	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. % First Year International Students 3 15.2% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
106	Bowie State University	3.45117845117845	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician. % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
107	CUNY Hunter College	3.43307086614173	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 247.7% Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
108	Florida Gulf Coast University	3.35618910140743	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 3 11.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
109	Morehead State University	3.34148329258354	77.21	1,020 – 1,220	10017	37131	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65%......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
110	Valencia College	3.32962138084633	92.78	--	9657	32638	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Valencia College Orlando, FL % First Year International Students 3 0.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,638
111	Binghamton University	3.29563812600969	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. % First Year International Students 3 11.0% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
112	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	3.29384570933256	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 3 29.6% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
113	George Mason University	3.28089887640449	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 59% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 17.2% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
114	Sinclair Community College	3.27915597376675	0	--	5824	54939	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH % First Year International Students 3 20.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,824 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
115	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	3.21346595256312	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 4.4% Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
116	Middle Georgia State University	3.1987814166032	99.77	940 – 1,150	13326	39624	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Middle Georgia State University Macon, GA Located in Macon, Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 7% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 3 17.1% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
117	Nicholls State University	3.16509837467921	96.02	940 – 1,130	11029	38829	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 54% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
118	Tennessee State University	3.10734463276836	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
119	University of Maryland Global Campus	3.07346326836582	76.33	--	14545	58051	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
120	CUNY Brooklyn College	2.96247531270573	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 61.4% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
121	MiraCosta College	2.92792792792793	0	--	7972	59423	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA % First Year International Students 3 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
122	Wayne State University	2.91164658634538	77.86	1,070 – 1,280	16021	45207	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and......Read more % First Year International Students 3 5.0% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
123	San Jose State University	2.78761061946903	84.61	--	13833	62448	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 3 14.8% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
124	University of Memphis	2.77884986491702	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. % First Year International Students 3 42.7% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
125	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	2.73618998451213	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	17624	61467	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
126	California State University-Northridge	2.72317403065825	92.19	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 7.5% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
127	Southeastern Louisiana University	2.72108843537415	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 94% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 3 60.7% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
128	The University of Texas at Dallas	2.71634615384615	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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). % First Year International Students 3 30.2% 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
129	University of Nebraska at Omaha	2.64378478664193	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 3 1.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
130	University of Missouri-Kansas City	2.63770364623739	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14201	50298	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 28.5% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
131	Iowa State University	2.63617318435754	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more % First Year International Students 3 57.2% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
132	Missouri University of Science and Technology	2.59197324414716	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	14414	69295	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 96% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
133	San Francisco State University	2.57956448911223	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 16.4% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
134	Oregon State University	2.53785455320964	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 3 24.5% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
135	Wichita State University	2.51959686450168	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more % First Year International Students 3 22.4% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
136	University at Albany	2.50352609308886	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 59% of students......Read more % First Year International Students 3 25.4% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
137	San Jacinto Community College	2.48879270366363	0	--	7674	59213	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX % First Year International Students 2 85.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
138	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	2.47093023255814	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	20696	51475	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 91% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
139	Tallahassee Community College	2.4617067833698	100	--	7841	59213	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Tallahassee Community College Tallahassee, FL Found in Tallahassee, Tallahassee Community College accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 14% of students attending Tallahassee Community College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 60% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
140	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	2.45941957697983	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
141	Louisiana Tech University	2.43040212107821	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more % First Year International Students 2 26.7% Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $12,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
142	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	2.42386575512741	77.81	1,050 – 1,270	15303	52475	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Based in Denver, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 2 13.6% Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
143	Idaho State University	2.38772029562251	83.96	--	12353	41377	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Located in Pocatello, Idaho State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 81% of students at Idaho State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 2 7.3% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
144	University of Hawaii at Manoa	2.33399079552926	69.67	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a......Read more % First Year International Students 2 14.7% Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
145	South Dakota State University	2.32770424463715	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	18233	49564	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,327 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
146	University of North Dakota	2.32163080407701	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18227	54588	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
147	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	2.2893420546364	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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. % First Year International Students 2 6.0% 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
148	Oakland University	2.28085867620751	87.84	920 – 1,180	15734	49017	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 2 9.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
149	Kent State University at Kent	2.22066386161758	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 11.8% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
150	University of Maryland-College Park	2.21074713571083	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. % First Year International Students 2 2.6% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
151	California State University-Sacramento	2.18846549948507	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more % First Year International Students 2 119.7% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
152	Temple University	2.18696397941681	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more % First Year International Students 2 13.0% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
153	College of Staten Island CUNY	2.02065559048047	92.34	910 – 1,100	6355	36931	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
154	Kennesaw State University	2.00388632499393	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 8% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more % First Year International Students 2 61.8% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
155	San Diego State University	1.99610516066212	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 2 14.1% Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
156	Farmingdale State College	1.96897374701671	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 40.3% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
157	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	1.96570472605604	88.96	890 – 1,130	8353	32960	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 2 8.6% 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
158	University of Central Arkansas	1.95739781232009	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16362	36670	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
159	Mississippi State University	1.91948813649693	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 2 79.5% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
160	University of California-Santa Cruz	1.89454462451495	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more % First Year International Students 2 34.1% Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
161	California State University-Long Beach	1.78943710910354	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 2 11.6% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
162	Tyler Junior College	1.77111716621253	28.16	--	9148	33789	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX % First Year International Students 2 20.3% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
163	Indiana University-Indianapolis	1.76667681998172	76.37	1,050 – 1,240	11592	47173	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 75% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 1.2% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
164	University of Alabama at Birmingham	1.76610978520286	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more % First Year International Students 2 26.3% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
165	Rowan University	1.76125244618395	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more % First Year International Students 2 46.9% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
166	North Carolina State University	1.72835195530726	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more % First Year International Students 2 31.5% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
167	University of Kansas	1.67332192432021	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more % First Year International Students 2 38.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
168	Tennessee Technological University	1.65995975855131	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
169	Cypress College	1.58558558558559	0	--	7730	51562	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Cypress College Cypress, CA % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,562
170	University of Akron Main Campus	1.57819225251076	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
171	University of Colorado Boulder	1.57699443413729	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Pacific-12 Conference....Read more % First Year International Students 2 5.1% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
172	Texas Tech University	1.56509695290859	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. % First Year International Students 2 2.2% 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
173	Western Michigan University	1.53721682847896	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. % First Year International Students 2 12.4% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
174	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	1.53224090231964	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 1.3% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
175	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	1.50193798449612	88.58	950 – 1,200	14991	42933	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 2 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
176	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	1.45579105116677	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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. % First Year International Students 1 7.2% 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
177	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	1.45573380867499	95.29	970 – 1,210	16499	45851	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 95% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $56 for graduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 1 14.5% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
178	Santa Ana College	1.41536683997689	0	--	6914	59213	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA % First Year International Students 1 27.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
179	Virginia Commonwealth University	1.3719849524231	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more % First Year International Students 1 29.9% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
180	University of Iowa	1.36255924170616	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 1 28.3% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
181	Texas State University	1.34930643127364	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 1 97.3% 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
182	Hillsborough Community College	1.3349763811871	24.03	--	4387	34101	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL % First Year International Students 1 18.8% Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,101
183	Towson University	1.3271400132714	81.98	950 – 1,240	15064	54302	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 1 7.4% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
184	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	1.31663455362877	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH % First Year International Students 1 20.8% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
185	University of Oregon	1.29173290937997	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more % First Year International Students 1 16.3% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
186	Austin Community College District	1.27388535031847	46.66	--	3502	38647	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Austin Community College District Austin, TX % First Year International Students 1 25.5% Acceptance Rate 46.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
187	Washington State University	1.27088726759237	87.97	1,020 – 1,260	18155	53510	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more % First Year International Students 1 3.5% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
188	Northern Illinois University	1.27049180327869	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. % First Year International Students 1 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
189	Georgia Southern University	1.26422250316056	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 27% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 1 12.4% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
190	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	1.25733445096396	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 1 13.6% 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
191	University of Kentucky	1.22727978872145	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more % First Year International Students 1 8.2% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
192	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	1.21750575847318	64.11	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ % First Year International Students 1 11.7% 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
193	Texas A&M University-College Station	1.21428052061368	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 1 13.8% 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
194	University of Vermont	1.13950276243094	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	22062	48164	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 1 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $22,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
195	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	1.11821086261981	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 1 13.2% 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
196	Florida State University	1.1037527593819	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more % First Year International Students 1 33.1% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
197	Miami University-Oxford	1.06680213360427	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. % First Year International Students 1 41.8% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
198	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	1.06642968229282	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more % First Year International Students 1 24.9% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
199	University of Delaware	1.05540897097625	63.56	1,220 – 1,390	17716	58846	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 37,000 applications. It also has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 90% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. % First Year International Students 1 12.2% Acceptance Rate 63.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $17,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
200	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	1.01050392235075	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more % First Year International Students 1 7.7% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
201	Northern Arizona University	1.00493330897131	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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. % First Year International Students 1 64.8% 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
202	Kansas State University	0.97270160025102	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 1 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
203	Ball State University	0.967067433350758	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 1 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
204	University of South Carolina-Columbia	0.956414810766498	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more % First Year International Students 1 3.1% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
205	Clemson University	0.934579439252336	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. % First Year International Students 1 6.8% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
206	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	0.926202569465193	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 1 17.4% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
207	The University of Texas at San Antonio	0.920559154449369	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges 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 % First Year International Students 1 2.7% 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
208	University of North Georgia	0.868676545733265	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA % First Year International Students 1 3.9% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
209	Grand Valley State University	0.86848635235732	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more % First Year International Students 1 23.5% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
210	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	0.81470253884047	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. % First Year International Students 1 18.4% Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
211	Illinois State University	0.771642150952496	88.15	1,010 – 1,220	20871	50599	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 48% four year graduation rate....Read more % First Year International Students 1 12.2% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
212	University of Arkansas	0.710115196465204	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more % First Year International Students 1 48.3% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
213	Auburn University	0.67396798652064	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 1 24.0% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
214	The University of Alabama	0.616016427104723	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more % First Year International Students 1 3.1% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
215	University of Missouri-Columbia	0.603230200428099	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more % First Year International Students 1 22.9% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
216	California State University-Fullerton	0.438472418670439	90.52	--	6283	48558	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 0 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
217	University of Central Florida	0.414836505612494	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 0 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137