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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	Davis & Elkins College	26.1603375527426	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more % First Year International Students 26 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
2	Ringling College of Art and Design	21.9277108433735	69.65	--	60362	39650	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, FL Based in Sarasota, Ringling College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 98% of students attending Ringling College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 22 6.2% Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $60,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,650
3	Emory University	20.1262272089762	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. % First Year International Students 20 2.4% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
4	Salem University	18.716577540107	47.33	900 – 1,130	11626	31612	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 49% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more % First Year International Students 19 Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
5	Queens University of Charlotte	18.4818481848185	56.51	1,150 – 1,320	27178	48170	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Found in Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Queens University of Charlotte currently receive grant aid from the school. At Queens University of Charlotte, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a......Read more % First Year International Students 18 54.7% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,170
6	Campbellsville University	18.3284457478006	72.35	930 – 1,180	18777	34639	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more % First Year International Students 18 4.7% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
7	University of Lynchburg	17.3640167364017	43.01	1,000 – 1,250	22921	44261	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, the University of Lynchburg accepts 43% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Lynchburg will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 17 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,921 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,261
8	North Carolina Wesleyan University	16.4658634538153	77.95	860 – 1,100	19111	38939	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 78% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 16 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939
9	University of Charleston	13.5338345864662	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more % First Year International Students 14 16.8% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
10	Savannah College of Art and Design	12.6266776225692	83.68	1,080 – 1,280	46524	34110	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA Located in Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Savannah College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to......Read more % First Year International Students 13 5.5% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,110
11	Fisk University	12.5	57.91	990 – 1,260	19836	33604	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Fisk University Nashville, TN Fisk University’s 40-acre campus is on the National Register of Historic Places. Opening in 1866, it focused on providing education to freed slaves. The school is fairly selective, and many students choose to major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. % First Year International Students 13 15.2% Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $19,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,604
12	University of Richmond	12.3649459783914	22.2	1,440 – 1,540	35263	67927	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Richmond University of Richmond, VA “Verbum Vitae et Lumen Scientiae” or “Word of life and light of knowledge” is the University of Richmond’s motto. 23% of accepted students go on to attend in the fall. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, 405 athletes are cheered on by WebstUR the Spider. % First Year International Students 12 19.6% Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $35,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,927
13	Lindsey Wilson College	12.183908045977	0	930 – 1,140	14422	34861	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY % First Year International Students 12 8.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
14	Davidson College	11.6236162361624	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 12 7.8% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
15	Vanderbilt University	11.5906288532676	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more % First Year International Students 12 0.3% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
16	Duke University	10.7736389684814	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more % First Year International Students 11 77.3% Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
17	West Virginia Wesleyan College	10.7491856677524	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more % First Year International Students 11 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
18	Stetson University	10.3448275862069	71.6	990 – 1,240	22914	44792	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Stetson University DeLand, FL Stetson University was first known as DeLand Academy when it opened in 1883. Its name changed just a few years later after generous donations from John B. Stetson. During downtime, students have plenty to do, as the campus isn’t far from the beach or amusement parks in Orlando. Stetson has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. % First Year International Students 10 64.0% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
19	Berea College	9.9273607748184	19.34	1,150 – 1,320	4379	35676	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Berea College Berea, KY Berea College, founded in 1892, was the first integrated, co-educational college in the South. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $51,923 on average. The most popular degree programs are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and......Read more % First Year International Students 10 Acceptance Rate 19.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,676
20	Lincoln Memorial University	9.78593272171254	62.6	980 – 1,190	19401	45242	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN Based in Harrogate, Lincoln Memorial University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 69% of students continued studying at Lincoln Memorial University......Read more % First Year International Students 10 Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
21	Saint Leo University	8.86075949367089	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more % First Year International Students 9 2.1% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
22	Marymount University	8.53658536585366	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more % First Year International Students 9 Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $28,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
23	Wake Forest University	8.51985559566787	21.56	1,410 – 1,510	27790	67722	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Based in Winston-Salem, Wake Forest University accepts 22% of applicants. They require $85 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of students at Wake Forest University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 9 7.4% Acceptance Rate 21.6% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,722
24	Florida Institute of Technology	8.50340136054422	57.7	1,130 – 1,320	36364	41941	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL During the last admissions cycle, the Florida Institute of Technology had a 9% yield. Alumni include astronauts, CEOs, politicians, and professors. 100% of FIA’s students receive grant aid, averaging $23,953 each. Classes are typically on the smaller size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. % First Year International Students 9 16.1% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $36,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,941
25	Wingate University	8.21256038647343	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 8 118.6% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
26	Arkansas State University	8.19277108433735	79.59	970 – 1,180	13002	38944	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
27	Washington and Lee University	8.16733067729084	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more % First Year International Students 8 9.6% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
28	University of Miami	7.77491408934708	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	41028	61508	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 176 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. % First Year International Students 8 4.0% Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
29	Georgia State University	7.7478660538411	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
30	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	7.60031889449907	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
31	The University of Tampa	7.13525026624068	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more % First Year International Students 7 159.0% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
32	Rollins College	7.05329153605016	47.54	1,200 – 1,360	37134	48239	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Rollins College Winter Park, FL Rollins College was founded in 1885, making it the fourth oldest post-secondary institution in Florida. Rollins has won over 20 National Championships and more than 60 Sunshine State Conference Championships. Student athletes, known as Tars, participate in Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball, among others....Read more % First Year International Students 7 21.8% Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,239
33	Florida Memorial University	6.88172043010753	74.31	--	18366	28943	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of students at Florida Memorial University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Florida Memorial University, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 21% of......Read more % First Year International Students 7 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,943
34	Barry University	6.87919463087248	77.21	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more % First Year International Students 7 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $23,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
35	University of Southern Mississippi	6.866705135603	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
36	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	6.78404971517348	64.81	1,170 – 1,380	41550	65391	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Located in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more % First Year International Students 7 46.8% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
37	University of the Cumberlands	6.59340659340659	71.39	1,010 – 1,210	11555	39046	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Based in Williamsburg, the University of the Cumberlands’s acceptance rate is 71%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 69% of students at the University of the Cumberlands will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 7 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,046
38	University of South Florida	6.1175254178873	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
39	Jacksonville State University	6.00550964187328	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
40	Bob Jones University	5.8287795992714	87.29	1,030 – 1,270	19773	40892	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bob Jones University Greenville, SC “Petimus Credimus” is the Latin motto of Bob Jones University, which means “We Seek, We Trust.” The school offers up to the doctor’s degree, though most of the students study at the undergraduate level. Many undergraduates will study Business Administration and Management, Accounting, and Registered Nursing....Read more % First Year International Students 6 9.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,892
41	University of Louisiana at Monroe	5.71973307912297	74.56	1,050 – 1,230	11160	40430	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
42	Jacksonville University	5.67375886524823	56.96	1,110 – 1,280	25745	61991	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Jacksonville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more % First Year International Students 6 8.1% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,991
43	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	5.61674008810573	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
44	University of Florida	5.56048506359065	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
45	Santa Fe College	5.39872971065632	72.1	--	11790	34919	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
46	Nova Southeastern University	5.05561172901921	73.24	1,030 – 1,310	32756	58153	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Based in Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more % First Year International Students 5 23.8% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $32,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
47	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	5.01474926253687	57.67	1,120 – 1,280	20183	65391	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL % First Year International Students 5 16.5% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
48	McNeese State University	4.98588899341486	67.55	1,040 – 1,180	11393	38713	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
49	University of Virginia-Main Campus	4.8411497730711	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
50	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	4.7248471372985	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
51	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	4.70312832517557	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
52	Harding University	4.1044776119403	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more % First Year International Students 4 4.2% Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
53	University of North Alabama	3.94736842105263	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	10441	38295	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
54	Troy University	3.84391380314502	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
55	Florida Atlantic University	3.77487989018531	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
56	Tulane University of Louisiana	3.63537710255019	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. % First Year International Students 4 19.9% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
57	Bethune-Cookman University	3.52331606217617	88.24	830 – 990	14705	28282	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL % First Year International Students 4 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
58	William & Mary	3.45892526250772	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
59	Florida Gulf Coast University	3.35618910140743	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
60	Morehead State University	3.34148329258354	77.21	1,020 – 1,220	10017	37131	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
61	Valencia College	3.32962138084633	92.78	--	9657	32638	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
62	George Mason University	3.28089887640449	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
63	Middle Georgia State University	3.1987814166032	99.77	940 – 1,150	13326	39624	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
64	Nicholls State University	3.16509837467921	96.02	940 – 1,130	11029	38829	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
65	Tennessee State University	3.10734463276836	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
66	University of Memphis	2.77884986491702	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
67	Southeastern Louisiana University	2.72108843537415	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
68	Tallahassee Community College	2.4617067833698	100	--	7841	59213	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
69	Louisiana Tech University	2.43040212107821	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
70	Kennesaw State University	2.00388632499393	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
71	University of Central Arkansas	1.95739781232009	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16362	36670	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
72	Mississippi State University	1.91948813649693	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
73	University of Alabama at Birmingham	1.76610978520286	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
74	North Carolina State University	1.72835195530726	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
75	Tennessee Technological University	1.65995975855131	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
76	Virginia Commonwealth University	1.3719849524231	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
77	Hillsborough Community College	1.3349763811871	24.03	--	4387	34101	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
78	Georgia Southern University	1.26422250316056	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
79	University of Kentucky	1.22727978872145	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
80	Florida State University	1.1037527593819	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
81	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	1.06642968229282	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
82	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	1.01050392235075	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
83	University of South Carolina-Columbia	0.956414810766498	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
84	Clemson University	0.934579439252336	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
85	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	0.926202569465193	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
86	University of North Georgia	0.868676545733265	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
87	Liberty University	0.747780028041751	99.32	1,040 – 1,340	29692	39707	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Liberty University Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, Liberty University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Liberty University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $9,570 each. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more % First Year International Students 1 12.1% Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,707
88	University of Arkansas	0.710115196465204	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
89	Auburn University	0.67396798652064	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
90	The University of Alabama	0.616016427104723	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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
91	University of Central Florida	0.414836505612494	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) 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