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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	School of Visual Arts	47.0198675496689	92.64	1,190 – 1,490	61337	31855	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) School of Visual Arts New York, NY Found in New York, the School of Visual Arts accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 47 7.6% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $61,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,855
2	The New School	36.3704819277108	63.47	1,170 – 1,370	67224	38210	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The New School New York, NY University professors and researchers, which included faculty from Columbia University, founded The New School in 1919. Some famous alumni include Marlon Brando, Jack Kerouac, and Kevin Smith. Classes are on the small side, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Fashion/Apparel Design is the most popular program. % First Year International Students 36 1.9% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $67,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,210
3	Manhattan School of Music	36.1111111111111	40.78	--	51767	18815	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Manhattan School of Music New York, NY Found in New York, Manhattan School of Music’s acceptance rate is 41% and requires $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 87% of students attending Manhattan School of Music currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more % First Year International Students 36 Acceptance Rate 40.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,815
4	The Juilliard School	33.3333333333333	9.15	--	45099	22129	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Juilliard School New York, NY The Juilliard School is a performing arts conservatory. Students learn dance, drama, and music, with Stringed Instruments being the most popular major. Some famous alumni are Robin Williams, Ving Rhames, Val Kilmer, and Viola Davis. The institution is extremely selective, and it has a 63% yield. % First Year International Students 33 8.1% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $45,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,129
5	Pratt Institute-Main	25.6387665198238	73.25	1,160 – 1,400	54150	45060	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pratt Institute-Main Brooklyn, NY Located in Brooklyn, Pratt Institute-Main accepts 73% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 74% of students at Pratt Institute-Main currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more % First Year International Students 26 9.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $54,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,060
6	University of Rochester	25.1328777524677	40.08	1,410 – 1,530	40462	68333	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Rochester Rochester, NY The University of Rochester was founded in 1850 and is tucked in the bends of the Genesee River. Alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes, Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and more. The school has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 91% first year retention rate, and 89% six year graduation rate. % First Year International Students 25 9.8% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $40,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,333
7	New York University	24.6381927285563	9.23	1,490 – 1,560	30325	64543	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York University New York, NY Often called NYU, you can find New York University in the heart of Manhattan. Management Science is the most selected major among students. The school has produced a number of famous alumni including Martin Scorsese, Jack Dorsey, Robert Muller III, and Alec Baldwin. % First Year International Students 25 8.3% Acceptance Rate 9.2% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $30,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,543
8	Carnegie Mellon University	22.4004424778761	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	35552	105360	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more % First Year International Students 22 14.6% Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
9	Gannon University	21.841155234657	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 22 35.2% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
10	Columbia University in the City of New York	19.9614890885751	3.99	1,510 – 1,570	22520	88535	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY Columbia University was founded in 1754, making it the oldest institution of higher education in the state. A doctoral/research university, some top majors for students include Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other, and Computer Science....Read more % First Year International Students 20 18.2% Acceptance Rate 4.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,535
11	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	19.6078431372549	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 58% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more % First Year International Students 20 26.0% Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
12	Maryland Institute College of Art	17.6470588235294	76.79	1,120 – 1,350	47834	33451	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Maryland Institute College of Art Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Maryland Institute College of Art’s acceptance rate is 77%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maryland Institute College of Art currently receive grant aid from the school. At Maryland Institute College of Art, there is......Read more % First Year International Students 18 24.8% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $47,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,451
13	University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus	17.4672489082969	0	--	0	38444	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of the Potomac-Washington DC Campus Washington, DC % First Year International Students 17 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,444
14	Niagara University	17.2607879924953	87.37	1,070 – 1,250	16613	48289	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s non selective and has a 15% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $33,575. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. % First Year International Students 17 185.1% Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
15	Franklin and Marshall College	16.5618448637317	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	62544	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 17 9.0% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
16	Gettysburg College	16.3385826771654	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 16 1.3% Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $32,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
17	Johns Hopkins University	16.1987041036717	6.44	1,520 – 1,580	26017	86306	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University was founded in 1876 and named for its first benefactor. The first research university in the country, its motto in Latin is “veritas vos liberabit,” or “the truth will set you free.” The Blue Jays men’s lacrosse team plays in the Big Ten Conference as an affiliate member and has over 40 national titles....Read more % First Year International Students 16 6.9% Acceptance Rate 6.4% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,306
18	Union College	15	43.92	1,320 – 1,480	42137	63219	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Union College Schenectady, NY Union College was founded in 1795 and is known as the “Mother of Fraternities” – several of the earliest Fraternities got their starts on campus. A highly selective school, it has a first year retention rate of 90%, and 80% will graduate within four years. 85% graduate in six. % First Year International Students 15 56.8% Acceptance Rate 43.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $42,137 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,219
19	Wilkes University	14.8377125193199	90.64	1,030 – 1,260	28511	54128	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 15 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
20	St Lawrence University	14.622641509434	54.34	1,290 – 1,430	33216	55037	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St Lawrence University Canton, NY Found in Canton, St Lawrence University accepts 54% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 15 81.1% Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $33,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,037
21	American Musical and Dramatic Academy	13.8075313807531	24.48	--	48524	21168	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American Musical and Dramatic Academy New York, NY Based in New York, American Musical and Dramatic Academy accepts 24% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 14 5.9% Acceptance Rate 24.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $48,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,168
22	Barnard College	13.7883008356546	8.84	1,460 – 1,550	26407	60411	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Barnard College New York, NY Barnard College is a private women’s liberal arts college located on the banks of the Hudson River. It was founded in response to Columbia University not admitting women. Today, it’s part of the Seven Sisters, an association of women’s liberal arts colleges. Their motto is "Following the Way of Reason” in Greek. % First Year International Students 14 65.0% Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,411
23	Swarthmore College	13.5831381733021	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	22469	56211	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more % First Year International Students 14 6.6% Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
24	Stony Brook University	13.1865413161801	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 13 69.9% Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
25	University of Pennsylvania	12.912661930631	5.4	1,510 – 1,580	23570	90555	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 99% first year retention rate, and 88% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more % First Year International Students 13 3.2% Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $23,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
26	Bryn Mawr College	12.8947368421053	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	33221	53102	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA Bryn Mawr College is an extremely selective school. Part of the Seven Sisters College Consortium, it has a 92% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Veritatem Dilexi,” which is Latin for “I Delight in the Truth.” % First Year International Students 13 26.0% Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
27	Haverford College	12.1447028423773	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	26535	53353	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Haverford College Haverford, PA Haverford College is a liberal arts school founded in 1833 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. It’s part of the Tri-College Consortium, so students can attend classes at nearby schools: Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore....Read more % First Year International Students 12 20.1% Acceptance Rate 12.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
28	Princeton University	11.9402985074627	4.62	1,510 – 1,570	15313	87815	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Princeton University Princeton, NJ A private Ivy League research university, Princeton University was founded in 1746 and originally known as the College of New Jersey, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the country. An extremely selective school, Princeton receives around 40,500 applications annually. % First Year International Students 12 8.5% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $15,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,815
29	Monroe University	11.0169491525424	67.51	--	13291	36973	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Monroe University Bronx, NY Based in Bronx, Monroe University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Monroe University will receive institutional grant aid. At Monroe University, there is a 67% first......Read more % First Year International Students 11 36.1% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,973
30	Georgetown University	10.6031746031746	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	39083	83222	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more % First Year International Students 11 6.3% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $39,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
31	Fashion Institute of Technology	10.4868913857678	60.24	--	16340	50102	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 13% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 10 2.7% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
32	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	10.4260774020266	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 10 50.8% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
33	Cornell University	10.0709219858156	8.76	1,490 – 1,570	26361	87830	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Cornell University Ithaca, NY Cornell University is made up of seven undergraduate colleges and seven graduate divisions. Some famous alumni include Christopher Reeve, Bill Nye, E.B. White, and Anthony Fauci. 98% of students stay on after the first year, with 96% graduating within six years. Computer Science is the most popular major. % First Year International Students 10 1.1% Acceptance Rate 8.8% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,830
34	Caldwell University	10.0352112676056	71.34	1,130 – 1,370	21875	47439	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 71% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more % First Year International Students 10 52.0% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
35	Drexel University	9.33722384326803	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42801	69063	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year......Read more % First Year International Students 9 17.0% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
36	CUNY Queens College	9.13763563677898	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 9 4.5% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
37	Yeshiva University	9.00735294117647	55.62	1,340 – 1,490	39681	60252	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Yeshiva University New York, NY Yeshiva University has four undergraduate schools: Yeshiva College, Stern College for Women, Katz School of Science and Health, and Syms School of Business. The main campus is in Manhattan, but campuses, buildings, and facilities can also be found throughout other New York City boroughs and in Israel. % First Year International Students 9 6.4% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $39,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,252
38	Hamilton College	8.83002207505519	13.62	1,460 – 1,550	28719	60082	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Hamilton College Clinton, NY With nearly 60 areas of study, a majority of Hamilton College students opt to major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. Their motto is in Ancient Greek: Γνῶθι Σεαυτόν, which translates to “Know Thyself.” The school has been coeducational since 1978 after merging with its sister school, Kirkland College. % First Year International Students 9 13.2% Acceptance Rate 13.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $28,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,082
39	Colgate University	8.60606060606061	13.88	1,450 – 1,530	28736	64949	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Colgate University Hamilton, NY Colgate University is known as a “Hidden Ivy” and a “Little Ivy.” It regularly makes lists naming it one of the most beautiful campuses in the United States. Most Colgate students study as undergraduates, but the school also offers master’s degrees in Teaching and Religious Studies. Maroon and white are the official colors. % First Year International Students 9 3.5% Acceptance Rate 13.9% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $28,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,949
40	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	8.53146853146853	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	19232	55620	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 76% 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 9 21.4% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
41	Fordham University	8.22632423756019	59.31	1,340 – 1,480	48190	68008	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Fordham University Bronx, NY Fordham University students can attend classes across three campuses - the Lincoln Center, Rose Hill campus, and the professional campus in Westchester. The school attracts students from all over the country and offers distance learning. 83% will graduate in six years. % First Year International Students 8 8.5% Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $48,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
42	University at Buffalo	8.15943728018757	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 71% 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 1.8% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
43	New York Institute of Technology	7.9295154185022	81.02	1,190 – 1,430	24688	52559	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, NY Based in Old Westbury, New York Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at New York Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. At New York Institute of Technology, there is a 78% first year......Read more % First Year International Students 8 12.2% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $24,688 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,559
44	Bard College	7.81563126252505	52.12	1,290 – 1,450	29320	31072	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson, NY Located in Annandale-On-Hudson, Bard College’s acceptance rate is 52%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 74% of students attending Bard College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 8 12.9% Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,072
45	Canisius University	7.80856423173804	72.36	1,060 – 1,320	19666	46089	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Canisius University Buffalo, NY Founded in 1870, Canisius College became Canisius University in 2023. 100% of students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attending Canisius University, $24,972 on average. The school also offers athletic scholarships, as it's a NCAA Division I without football school....Read more % First Year International Students 8 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,666 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,089
46	Vassar College	7.71558245083207	18.57	1,460 – 1,550	29981	49177	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Vassar College Poughkeepsie, NY Vassar College offers 50 majors and programs, with the most popular being Economics, General. A few former students of Vassar include Anne Hathaway, Jane Fonda, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Anthony Bourdain. Opened in 1861, it was the second institution in the United States that granted degrees to women. % First Year International Students 8 0.1% Acceptance Rate 18.6% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,981 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,177
47	The Catholic University of America	7.41239892183288	82.78	1,040 – 1,240	32705	63217	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 7 5.0% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
48	Lafayette College	7.16332378223496	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	38442	80614	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lafayette College Easton, PA A Hidden Ivy, Lafayette College is named after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. It’s located on the Delaware River, but it also has a satellite campus in New York City. The college is extremely selective, and 86% graduate in four years. % First Year International Students 7 4.0% Acceptance Rate 31.5% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
49	George Washington University	7.03538023586824	47.09	1,370 – 1,500	46485	71607	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) George Washington University Washington, DC George Washington University was chartered by the United States Congress in 1821. George Washington personally advocated for a national university in the capital until his death. Alumni include J. Edgar Hoover, Belva Ann Lockwood, J. William Fulbright, and several foreign leaders....Read more % First Year International Students 7 18.4% Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $46,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,607
50	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	7.00338169521108	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more % First Year International Students 7 24.4% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
51	Dickinson College	6.96594427244582	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 7 55.9% Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
52	Kean University	6.37974683544304	75.9	930 – 1,150	12708	46603	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more % First Year International Students 6 8.4% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
53	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	6.36160714285714	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	23764	55620	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 71% 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 6 4.1% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
54	Skidmore College	6.30630630630631	21.05	1,360 – 1,480	31187	46923	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY Skidmore College is an extremely school – it received 11,900 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted just 2,500 of them. Skidmore offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students majoring in Business/Commerce, General. It also has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. % First Year International Students 6 28.7% Acceptance Rate 21.1% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,923
55	Syracuse University	6.0692888773118	45.92	1,290 – 1,440	48215	60459	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Based in Syracuse, Syracuse University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Syracuse University, there is a 90% first year retention rate and around 75% of undergraduates will......Read more % First Year International Students 6 44.0% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,459
56	New Jersey Institute of Technology	5.91259640102828	65.07	1,220 – 1,470	17313	69591	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 73% 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 48%. Three......Read more % First Year International Students 6 65.4% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $17,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
57	CUNY York College	5.48302872062663	64.1	790 – 960	5131	46148	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 1.4% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
58	Pace University	5.40540540540541	75.92	1,180 – 1,340	34791	52767	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Pace University New York, NY Located in New York, Pace University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Pace University currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate......Read more % First Year International Students 5 6.7% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $34,791 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,767
59	Culinary Institute of America	5.32915360501567	91.15	930 – 1,170	39581	37846	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park, NY Located in Hyde Park, Culinary Institute of America’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 99% of students attending Culinary Institute of America currently receive grant aid from the school. At Culinary Institute of America, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 0% of students......Read more % First Year International Students 5 54.0% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $39,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,846
60	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	5.22088353413655	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 87% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 5 47.5% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
61	Lehigh University	5.12991339107262	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	34154	88810	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA Lehigh University’s motto is “Homo minister et interpres naturae,” which is Latin for “Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.” Known as the Mountain Hawks, student athletes wearing brown and white often compete in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Clutch the Mountain Hawk is their mascot. % First Year International Students 5 13.7% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $34,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
62	Robert Morris University	5.05529225908373	89.89	1,050 – 1,240	23933	54449	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 5 47.0% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
63	United Talmudical Seminary	5.05529225908373	0	--	7589	20766	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) United Talmudical Seminary Brooklyn, NY % First Year International Students 5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,766
64	Long Island University	4.90883590462833	86.16	1,110 – 1,360	24867	47543	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Long Island University Brookville, NY Found in Brookville, Long Island University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 96% of students at Long Island University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 5 5.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,543
65	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	4.72255017709563	98.06	1,080 – 1,300	21618	55620	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 72% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more % First Year International Students 5 22.3% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
66	CUNY Hunter College	4.65999309630652	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 5 35.7% Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
67	Stevens Institute of Technology	4.64454976303318	47.58	1,390 – 1,510	46165	90326	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ Located right on the Hudson River a few minutes from New York City, Stevens Institute of Technology has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and about 65% of students will graduate in 4 years....Read more % First Year International Students 5 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $46,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,326
68	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	4.337899543379	63.47	1,380 – 1,510	38887	83054	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is one of the oldest technological universities in the world. Many undergraduate study Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, though the school offers up to Doctor's degrees....Read more % First Year International Students 4 26.4% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $38,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,054
69	CUNY New York City College of Technology	4.32357043235704	80.29	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 9% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more % First Year International Students 4 11.4% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
70	Rowan University	4.24985738733599	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 88% 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 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more % First Year International Students 4 141.3% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
71	CUNY City College	4.24695241840346	60.02	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 69% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more % First Year International Students 4 19.2% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
72	Bucknell University	4.23814328960646	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. % First Year International Students 4 10.9% Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
73	University of Maryland Global Campus	4.09416581371546	0	--	19241	58051	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD % First Year International Students 4 33.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
74	Binghamton University	3.94088669950739	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 4 19.6% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
75	SUNY Brockport	3.93215111796453	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15725	47164	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
76	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	3.85338345864662	57.11	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 4 56.7% Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
77	Rutgers University-Newark	3.76952073236403	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
78	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	3.71248025276461	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 48% 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 4 15.5% Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
79	University at Albany	3.67751060820368	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% 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 83% and 58% of students......Read more % First Year International Students 4 46.9% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
80	Farmingdale State College	3.62239297475302	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	9655	55901	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 4 84.0% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
81	William Paterson University of New Jersey	3.56798457087753	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% 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 4 23.2% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
82	CUNY Lehman College	3.55987055016181	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 4 38.1% Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
83	American University	3.48977135980746	61.96	1,300 – 1,460	39676	61328	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 62% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 66% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more % First Year International Students 3 12.3% Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,676 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
84	Rochester Institute of Technology	3.38593030900723	66.93	1,310 – 1,460	39534	65457	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY Located in Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology accepts 67% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 17.6% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $39,534 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,457
85	CUNY Brooklyn College	3.14253647586981	58.36	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 76% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 6.1% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
86	Marist University	2.99921073401736	56.51	1,200 – 1,360	42508	62546	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Marist University Poughkeepsie, NY Located in Poughkeepsie, Marist University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Marist University will receive grant aid from the school. At Marist University, there is a 86% first year retention......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $42,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,546
87	Mercy University	2.91353383458647	85.84	1,040 – 1,230	15200	44969	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, NY Located in Dobbs Ferry, Mercy University accepts 86% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,200 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,969
88	Temple University	2.86184887790817	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 62% of students will......Read more % First Year International Students 3 30.9% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
89	Howard University	2.84879474068663	41.34	1,100 – 1,320	33368	47379	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Howard University Washington, DC “Veritas et Utilitas,” or “Excellence in Truth and Service,” is the motto of Howard University. The university boasts an impressive 91% first year retention rate. Offering undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs which span over 82 areas of study, the university’s most popular major is Biology/Biological......Read more % First Year International Students 3 56.4% Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $33,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,379
90	State University of New York at Oswego	2.76679841897233	80.55	1,080 – 1,280	15853	46358	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and......Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
91	Adelphi University	2.75502606105733	65.91	1,130 – 1,350	31303	63688	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Adelphi University Garden City, NY Adelphi University was founded as Adelphi College in 1896, becoming a university in 1963. Its motto is Vita Sine Litteris Mors Est, which is Latin for, “Life without learning is death.” Graduates have gone on to have careers in politics, acting, professional sports, writing, music, and more....Read more % First Year International Students 3 4.3% Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $31,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,688
92	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	2.58977149075082	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 3 49.4% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
93	St. John's University-New York	2.5531914893617	83.43	1,160 – 1,340	29656	54189	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) St. John's University-New York Queens, NY Located in Queens, St- John's University-New York accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending St- John's University-New York will receive institutional grant aid. At St- John's University-New York, there......Read more % First Year International Students 3 4.5% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,189
94	College of Staten Island CUNY	1.91256830601093	92.34	890 – 1,250	6525	36931	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 57% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 2 5.3% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
95	University of Maryland-College Park	1.90787212100378	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 13.7% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
96	Towson University	1.05191720393621	81.97	960 – 1,240	16653	54302	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) 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 64% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 1 20.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
97	University of Delaware	0.972850678733032	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% 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 7.8% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
98	Montclair State University	0.930343511450382	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Mid East (DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA) Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 1 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944