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Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic

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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	Briar Cliff University	21.0526315789474	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. % First Year International Students 21 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
2	Caldwell University	20.8988764044944	65.4	1,010 – 1,320	23071	47439	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 65% 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 74%....Read more % First Year International Students 21 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
3	Gannon University	16.1550888529887	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 16 19.1% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
4	Georgetown University	11.3195747342089	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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 8.8% Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
5	Mount Aloysius College	10.5084745762712	90.4	940 – 1,110	20570	45211	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA % First Year International Students 11 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
6	University of San Francisco	10.0533807829181	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 77 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. % First Year International Students 10 6.9% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
7	Loyola Marymount University	10.0325732899023	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Psychology, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production are the three most popular areas of study....Read more % First Year International Students 10 14.2% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
8	University of Detroit Mercy	9.60144927536232	75.72	1,040 – 1,270	17987	64534	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the University of Detroit Mercy’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more % First Year International Students 10 3.8% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,534
9	Saint Leo University	8.86075949367089	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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
10	Walsh University	8.73015873015873	78.15	1,040 – 1,260	21009	50090	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their......Read more % First Year International Students 9 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
11	Marymount University	8.53658536585366	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more % 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
12	University of Notre Dame	8.3855421686747	11.27	1,460 – 1,550	29083	86210	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more % First Year International Students 8 16.3% Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
13	Boston College	7.75160599571734	16.19	1,450 – 1,540	32590	85717	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. % First Year International Students 8 11.5% Acceptance Rate 16.2% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
14	Fordham University	7.58450123660346	56.28	1,350 – 1,490	45368	68008	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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 2.5% Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $45,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
15	Santa Clara University	7.06886045094455	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more % First Year International Students 7 15.6% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
16	The Catholic University of America	7.05882352941176	82.78	1,100 – 1,310	35008	63217	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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 34.8% Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
17	Barry University	6.87919463087248	77.21	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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
18	Saint Edward's University	6.06980273141123	83.69	1,040 – 1,230	28351	47743	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. % First Year International Students 6 2.2% Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
19	Niagara University	6.05504587155963	39.72	650 – 1,250	17495	48289	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s highly selective and has a 32% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $31,682. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. % First Year International Students 6 Acceptance Rate 39.7% SAT Score 650 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
20	St Bonaventure University	5.4006968641115	81.65	1,090 – 1,300	27659	48559	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY St. Bonaventure University has a first year retention rate of 86%, a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a 71% six year graduation rate. A NCAA Division I without football school, student-athletes compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Basketball, Lacrosse, and Soccer are popular sports. % First Year International Students 5 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,559
21	University of San Diego	3.85542168674699	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more % First Year International Students 4 6.7% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
22	College of the Holy Cross	3.43680709534368	17.61	1,260 – 1,420	35455	69984	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA The College of the Holy Cross is the oldest Catholic college in New England, and today it’s part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The school has a 94% first year retention rate, and an impressive 90% four-year graduation rate. Athletes are known as the Crusaders and wear royal purple and white. % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 17.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $35,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,984
23	Saint Louis University	3.42342342342342	75.04	1,140 – 1,400	30911	60716	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. % First Year International Students 3 70.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $30,911 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
24	Duquesne University	2.5727826675694	83.56	1,180 – 1,360	35125	62627	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more % First Year International Students 3 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $35,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
25	St. John's University-New York	2.44406196213425	83.43	1,160 – 1,340	28206	54189	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic 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 $70 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending St- John's University-New York will receive institutional grant aid. At St-......Read more % First Year International Students 2 15.6% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,206 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,189
26	University of St Thomas	2.4390243902439	91.25	1,190 – 1,350	32637	62412	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. % First Year International Students 2 32.1% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
27	Loyola University Chicago	2.23499361430396	81.6	1,220 – 1,390	37592	58411	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Loyola University Chicago accepts 82% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 81% and around 65% of students will graduate in four years or less. The three......Read more % First Year International Students 2 19.4% Acceptance Rate 81.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,411
28	Villanova University	2.00114351057747	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. % First Year International Students 2 27.4% Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
29	Seton Hall University	1.97201017811705	73.26	1,230 – 1,400	31642	60291	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ Based in South Orange, Seton Hall University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more % First Year International Students 2 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,291
30	University of Dayton	1.65330661322645	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by % First Year International Students – Roman Catholic University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at the University of Dayton will receive institutional grant aid....Read more % First Year International Students 2 5.0% Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477