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Best Colleges in the Far West US

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The western United States has some of the most diverse wildlife, landscapes, cultures, and foods in the country. Not to mention the area has a strong reputation for business acumen, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship. And of course, they have some amazing colleges and universities. The best colleges in the far west include schools from: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.

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Each of these rankings is based on an analysis of data about the school’s selectivity, financial health, graduation rates, student success, and more. We’ve outlined our full methodology here.

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	California Institute of Technology	971	3.79	1,550 – 1,590	14513	132140	#1 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that......Read more Undergraduates 971 Acceptance Rate 3.8% SAT Score 1,550 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $14,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
2	Stanford University	7346	3.8	1,520 – 1,590	25078	102887	#2 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Undergraduates 7,346 Acceptance Rate 3.8% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $25,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
3	Minerva University	560	2.33	--	13324	63721	#3 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Minerva University San Francisco, CA Minerva University opened recently, in 2012. Entirely online, class sizes always have 19 students or fewer. It is extremely selective, and 38% of accepted students decide to attend Minerva. The most popular area of study is Computer and Information Sciences, General. Undergraduates 560 Acceptance Rate 2.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
4	University of California-Los Angeles	33534	9.41	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#4 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Undergraduates 33,534 Acceptance Rate 9.4% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
5	Pomona College	1721	7.14	1,460 – 1,550	19938	60850	#5 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Mathematics, and General. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Undergraduates 1,721 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
6	University of California-Berkeley	33513	11.45	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#6 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 97% first year retention rate, 81% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Undergraduates 33,513 Acceptance Rate 11.5% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
7	Claremont McKenna College	1378	9.44	1,470 – 1,550	33895	87603	#7 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 97% of students will stay after their freshman year. Undergraduates 1,378 Acceptance Rate 9.4% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $33,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
8	Harvey Mudd College	913	12.33	1,520 – 1,580	43966	115107	#8 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Harvey Mudd College Claremont, CA Harvey Mudd College only offers programs related to Science and Engineering. Part of the Claremont Colleges, their colors are black and gold. The men’s teams are known as the Stags, and the women are known as the Athenas. It has a 95% first year retention rate and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 913 Acceptance Rate 12.3% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $43,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $115,107
9	University of Southern California	20768	11.19	1,460 – 1,550	43412	74461	#9 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Undergraduates 20,768 Acceptance Rate 11.2% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $43,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
10	Soka University of America	484	43.62	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#10 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 484 Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
11	University of California-San Diego	35442	28.56	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#11 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 35,442 Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
12	University of California-Santa Barbara	23091	38.2	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#12 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An highly selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Undergraduates 23,091 Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
13	Santa Clara University	6695	47.88	1,330 – 1,480	53883	91198	#13 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US 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 Undergraduates 6,695 Acceptance Rate 47.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $53,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
14	University of California-Irvine	30260	28.95	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#14 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Undergraduates 30,260 Acceptance Rate 29.0% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
15	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	40996	41.75	1,320 – 1,520	11784	62979	#15 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Undergraduates 40,996 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
16	Scripps College	1103	39.88	1,430 – 1,520	44396	68027	#16 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Scripps College Claremont, CA A member of the Claremont Colleges, Scripps College is a liberal arts women’s school well known for its extensive curriculum and historic, beautiful campus. In fact, their campus is currently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Scripps has a 92% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,103 Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $44,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,027
17	University of California-Davis	31695	44.35	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#17 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Undergraduates 31,695 Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
18	Occidental College	1822	44.85	1,380 – 1,520	48400	52209	#18 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Undergraduates 1,822 Acceptance Rate 44.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
19	Chapman University	7630	72.06	1,250 – 1,430	47902	58080	#19 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 14,800 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 90% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 7,630 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $47,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
20	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	22313	29.96	1,250 – 1,450	17453	72358	#20 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Undergraduates 22,313 Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
21	Gonzaga University	4976	79.62	1,250 – 1,410	40117	66525	#21 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 90%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Undergraduates 4,976 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $40,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
22	University of San Diego	6049	53.58	1,210 – 1,390	37918	64995	#22 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of San Diego San Diego, CA The University of San Diego is a private Catholic institution which opened as two schools in 1949: the San Diego College for Women and the San Diego University. The two merged in 1972. During the last admissions cycle, USD received about 17,500 applications, of which 54% were accepted....Read more Undergraduates 6,049 Acceptance Rate 53.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
23	Loyola Marymount University	7187	48.21	1,270 – 1,430	59926	62763	#23 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US 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, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Undergraduates 7,187 Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $59,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
24	Reed College	1267	29.19	1,320 – 1,500	30953	38607	#24 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Reed College Portland, OR Founded in 1908, Reed College requires all undergraduates to complete a thesis with a 90-minute presentation and oral defense. Students also need to take various physical education courses. Reed has a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% first year retention rate. Many major in English Language and Literature, General. Undergraduates 1,267 Acceptance Rate 29.2% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $30,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,607
25	Pepperdine University	3459	69.4	1,270 – 1,430	66585	64934	#25 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 90% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $23,920 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Undergraduates 3,459 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $66,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
26	University of California-Santa Cruz	18194	72.73	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#26 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 73% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 89% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 18,194 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $18,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
27	Thomas Aquinas College	369	80	1,180 – 1,360	24820	59550	#27 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Thomas Aquinas College Santa Paula, CA The Catholic-affiliated school, Thomas Aquinas College, offers need-based scholarships thanks to donations and doesn’t have merit-based awards. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is the only available area of study, and undergraduates study the Great Books (the Classics). It has a first year retention rate of 87%. Undergraduates 369 Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,820 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
28	Pitzer College	1193	26.85	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#28 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 29% enrolled. 57% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 83% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Undergraduates 1,193 Acceptance Rate 26.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
29	Whitman College	1468	40.16	1,320 – 1,500	37633	45594	#29 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 10 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Undergraduates 1,468 Acceptance Rate 40.2% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $37,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
30	University of California-Riverside	24034	86.09	1,090 – 1,310	14562	48593	#30 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA 64% of students attending the University of California, Riverside receive grant aid, with an average of $24,355 each. A part of the Big West Conference, UC Riverside is a NCAA Division I without football school with 308 athletes, who are known as the Highlanders and cheered on by Scotty Highlander. Undergraduates 24,034 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
31	Point Loma Nazarene University	3340	82.78	1,150 – 1,390	39696	54811	#31 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 215 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Undergraduates 3,340 Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $39,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
32	University of Portland	2814	91.78	1,200 – 1,380	30985	67913	#32 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Portland Portland, OR A non selective school, the University of Portland accepted 7,100 of applicants, 10% of which enrolled. It’s a private Catholic University, sister to the University of Notre Dame, and affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. 80% of undergraduates graduate within six years. Undergraduates 2,814 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,913
33	Willamette University	1770	77.38	1,240 – 1,450	29421	38932	#33 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 71% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 32 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Undergraduates 1,770 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
34	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	5753	86.4	1,050 – 1,370	10777	62979	#34 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA The University of Washington, Bothell accepts 86% of applicants – 23% enroll and 86% stay on after finishing their first year. Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most popular undergraduate programs. Undergraduates 5,753 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
35	San Diego State University	36196	37.41	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#35 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 37%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 36,196 Acceptance Rate 37.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
36	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	227	54.48	910 – 1,230	43746	23988	#36 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, San Francisco Conservatory of Music accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Undergraduates 227 Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $43,746 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
37	University of San Francisco	5171	71.76	1,240 – 1,440	45443	69951	#37 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 81 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. Undergraduates 5,171 Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $45,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
38	Lewis & Clark College	1989	71.18	1,260 – 1,400	37999	43608	#38 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,989 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $37,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
39	University of Puget Sound	1626	72.41	1,220 – 1,410	43188	46802	#39 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA 99% of students attending the University of Puget Sound receive grant aid, averaging $35,179 each. 87% stay on after they finish their first year, and classes are small with a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular area of study. Undergraduates 1,626 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $43,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
40	University of the Pacific	3097	69.05	1,200 – 1,480	31670	62672	#40 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 69% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,097 Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $31,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
41	Westmont College	1311	80.59	1,220 – 1,420	32172	53737	#41 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Undergraduates 1,311 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $32,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
42	Seattle University	4370	73.13	1,220 – 1,380	36948	64656	#42 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,370 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $36,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
43	Saint Mary's College of California	1955	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	35332	60388	#43 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,955 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
44	Dominican University of California	1058	52.1	--	37456	71477	#44 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,058 Acceptance Rate 52.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
45	University of Oregon	20710	87.42	1,060 – 1,340	24605	46084	#45 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 85% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 20,710 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
46	Biola University	3553	78.17	1,180 – 1,390	34082	45752	#46 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Undergraduates 3,553 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $34,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
47	Oregon State University	31253	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#47 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 31,253 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
48	California Lutheran University	2160	76.31	1,110 – 1,330	32774	54981	#48 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,160 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
49	University of California-Merced	8234	97.04	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#49 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of California-Merced Merced, CA UC Merced, opened in 2005, is one of the newest schools to join the University of California system. 84% of students receive institutional grant aid, $12,518 on average per student. Not far from Yosemite National Park, Lake Yosemite borders the campus’s north side. Undergraduates 8,234 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
50	DigiPen Institute of Technology	974	90.26	1,160 – 1,410	41779	58771	#50 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA The DigiPen Institute of Technology has 7 areas of study available to students, with a focus on computer science, music, animation, and similar fields. A private for-profit university, it also has campuses in Singapore and Spain. The school's DigiPen Academy has a Youtube and adult education program dedicated to STEM fields. Undergraduates 974 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $41,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,771
51	University of Redlands	1941	82.72	1,130 – 1,340	28482	61686	#51 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Redlands Redlands, CA 79% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 64% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Undergraduates 1,941 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
52	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	4287	82.95	920 – 1,220	13898	62979	#52 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Undergraduates 4,287 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $13,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
53	Art Center College of Design	2011	78.89	--	53271	53562	#53 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA The Art Center College of Design’s logo is an orange circle, known as the ArtCenter “Dot.” Around 79% of applicants receive an acceptance letter. 29% decide to enroll, with many undergraduates going on to study Illustration. Alumni include Michael Bay, Zack Snyder, Kenji Ekuan, and Andy Park. Undergraduates 2,011 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,562
54	George Fox University	3530	92.82	1,010 – 1,360	32171	53568	#54 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 84% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Undergraduates 3,530 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
55	Southern California Institute of Architecture	238	76.68	1,020 – 1,230	28985	55544	#55 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Southern California Institute of Architecture accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $85 to apply. About 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 238 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,544
56	Whitworth University	1868	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#56 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Elementary Education and Teaching. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 70% will graduate within 6 years. Undergraduates 1,868 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
57	Northwest University	659	88.65	1,090 – 1,290	24251	50495	#57 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Northwest University Kirkland, WA Found in Kirkland, Northwest University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Northwest University will receive grant aid from the school. At Northwest University, there is a 80% first year......Read more Undergraduates 659 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,251 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
58	John Paul the Great Catholic University	287	79.63	1,020 – 1,290	35175	34360	#58 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido, CA Located in Escondido, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts 80% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 287 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
59	Azusa Pacific University	2759	88.42	1,080 – 1,300	26143	56794	#59 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Undergraduates 2,759 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
60	California State University-Long Beach	36056	45.43	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#60 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Just minutes from the beach, CSU, Long Beach offers several Physical Education courses you might want to take if you love the water, including Surfing, Aqua Aerobics, Swimming, and Beach Volleyball. Appropriately, the school mascot is a shark named Elbee. CSULB is a Hispanic-serving institution and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Undergraduates 36,056 Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
61	The Master's University and Seminary	1908	84.02	1,020 – 1,260	37919	41665	#61 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Undergraduates 1,908 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $37,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
62	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	25312	73.95	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#62 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, is located within the Los Angeles metropolitan area and bordered by the San Gabriel Mountains to the north. Students can find the 77-acre Voorhis Ecological Reserve in the northwestern part of the campus....Read more Undergraduates 25,312 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
63	San Jose State University	29890	80.39	990 – 1,290	13892	62448	#63 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US San Jose State University San Jose, CA San Jose State University is the founding campus of the California State University system. Its roots date back to 1857, making it the oldest public university in the western US. Classified as a Master's Colleges and Universities I school, SJSU offers up to Doctor's degrees. Undergraduates 29,890 Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
64	Linfield University	1641	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#64 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Elementary Education and Teaching is the most popular program by far....Read more Undergraduates 1,641 Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
65	California College of the Arts	1004	91.1	940 – 1,220	46823	38308	#65 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA Classified within the Specialized Institutions—Schools of art, music, and design, the California College of the Arts offers up to Master's degrees. The institution opened in 1907 during the Arts and Crafts movement. Vanderbilt University will take over the campus in the summer of 2027. Undergraduates 1,004 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $46,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
66	Otis College of Art and Design	1188	80.34	1,270 – 1,400	54295	43654	#66 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Otis College of Art and Design Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Otis College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 80% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,188 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $54,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,654
67	Southern California Institute of Technology	510	74.19	--	31486	60630	#67 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Southern California Institute of Technology Anaheim, CA During the last admissions cycle, the Southern California Institute of Technology accepted 74% of applicants. An astounding 92% of these students went on to enroll. The school offers degrees in three undergraduate programs: Electrician, Automation Engineer Technology/Technician, and Biomedical Technology/Technician. Undergraduates 510 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,630
68	Walla Walla University	1314	60.4	1,050 – 1,270	25505	52840	#68 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Walla Walla University College Place, WA Walla Walla University is fairly selective, and 31% of accepted students enroll. Students experience a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% return to the school after completing their first year. Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Undergraduates 1,314 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $25,505 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
69	California Institute of the Arts	870	32.34	--	56239	28018	#69 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Located in Valencia, California Institute of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 32% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 870 Acceptance Rate 32.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $56,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
70	University of Hawaii at Manoa	15735	87.97	930 – 1,210	17202	45701	#70 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a......Read more Undergraduates 15,735 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
71	Washington State University	21400	86.1	990 – 1,280	18171	53510	#71 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Washington State University Pullman, WA One of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Washington and the West, Washington State University is a Doctoral/Research Universities—Extensive school. There are 150 programs to choose from – Psychology, General is a popular one....Read more Undergraduates 21,400 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
72	Western Washington University	13609	93.71	1,070 – 1,340	24338	45272	#72 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 94% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 13,609 Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
73	Pacific Lutheran University	2396	86.6	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#73 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Undergraduates 2,396 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
74	Pacific University	1465	89.86	860 – 1,180	35235	46936	#74 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Undergraduates 1,465 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $35,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
75	Cal Poly Maritime Academy	804	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#75 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Cal Poly Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 8 programs. Undergraduates 804 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
76	California State University-Fullerton	40705	88.11	840 – 1,080	7064	48558	#76 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Cal State, Fullerton’s mascot is Tilly the Titan, an elephant, in honor of "The First Intercollegiate Elephant Race in Human History," which was hosted on campus in 1962. 73% of students earn their bachelor’s within eight years, with many studying Business Administration and Management, General. Undergraduates 40,705 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
77	University of La Verne	3052	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#77 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 3,052 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
78	Concordia University-Irvine	1554	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29845	53777	#78 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The 70-acre campus is just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. Undergraduates 1,554 Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,845 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
79	Vanguard University of Southern California	1923	74.15	980 – 1,210	23286	43464	#79 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Undergraduates 1,923 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
80	Corban University	886	93.9	1,020 – 1,190	27119	41735	#80 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Corban University Salem, OR Corban University is non selective. During the last admissions cycle, 28% of those who were accepted enrolled at the school. There are 28 majors and programs to choose from, with Business Administration and Management, General, Divinity/Ministry, and Mental Health Counseling/Counselor among the most popular. Undergraduates 886 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,735
81	California State University-Monterey Bay	7402	96.84	910 – 1,200	14493	48648	#81 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 7,402 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
82	Chaminade University of Honolulu	1732	91.17	970 – 1,250	28261	48660	#82 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 199 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Undergraduates 1,732 Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
83	California State University-Chico	13599	91.07	920 – 1,190	14630	50493	#83 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Undergraduates 13,599 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
84	Portland State University	14932	85.86	1,040 – 1,320	10195	46937	#84 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 86% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 60% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,932 Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $10,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
85	La Sierra University	1266	90.69	1,010 – 1,240	23848	42617	#85 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 91% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 42% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 1,266 Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
86	William Jessup University	1317	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#86 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,317 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
87	The Evergreen State College	2415	97.47	1,060 – 1,340	18350	34774	#87 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 40% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 2,415 Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
88	Whittier College	801	83.38	1,160 – 1,360	28101	46025	#88 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 83% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 801 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
89	Westcliff University	2363	73.17	--	35553	63721	#89 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,363 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
90	California Baptist University	8707	81.39	870 – 1,180	27862	52336	#90 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 8,707 Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
91	Seattle Pacific University	1657	93.01	1,040 – 1,320	25232	51496	#91 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA The motto of Seattle Pacific University is “Engaging the Culture, Changing the World.” It’s a private institution, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, offering 75 programs. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General are popular options....Read more Undergraduates 1,657 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,496
92	Bushnell University	570	97.36	1,020 – 1,200	22907	43484	#92 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Bushnell University Eugene, OR Located in Eugene, Bushnell University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They are given $20,820 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 570 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,484
93	San Francisco State University	19444	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#93 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 19,444 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
94	Saint Martin's University	1189	93.45	970 – 1,240	29116	57998	#94 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 74% of students......Read more Undergraduates 1,189 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
95	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	27963	83.95	980 – 1,200	11553	42865	#95 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 27,963 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
96	Mount Saint Mary's University	1733	73.13	910 – 1,120	27368	61335	#96 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,733 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
97	Laguna College of Art and Design	719	95.67	--	47702	31987	#97 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach, CA Located in Laguna Beach, Laguna College of Art and Design accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Laguna College of Art and Design will receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students continued studying......Read more Undergraduates 719 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,987
98	California State University-Stanislaus	8494	95.58	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#98 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Also known as Stan State, California State University, Stanislaus is a Hispanic-serving institution. Almost all first-year students are from California, and 85% of students stay on after their first year. The school has a student-to-faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Undergraduates 8,494 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
99	Warner Pacific University	383	71.14	890 – 1,150	26187	45660	#99 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Warner Pacific University Portland, OR Based in Portland, Warner Pacific University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Warner Pacific University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Warner Pacific University, there is a 92% first......Read more Undergraduates 383 Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,660
100	California State University-Fresno	21954	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#100 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 27% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 21,954 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
101	California State University-Sacramento	28619	93.57	900 – 1,130	10110	51074	#101 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA The 305-acre campus at California State University, Sacramento, was named “Tree Campus USA” by the Arbor Day Foundation. It has more than 3,500 trees, including the University Arboretum. The school also features the Julia Morgan House, which was the home of the first woman licensed to practice architecture in the state. Undergraduates 28,619 Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
102	Pacific Union College	968	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#102 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 968 Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
103	University of Alaska Fairbanks	6209	64.24	1,000 – 1,300	11278	40746	#103 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK The Fairbanks campus is the flagship of the University of Alaska system. UAF students wear blue and gold, and their athletes are known as Nanooks, which comes from the Inupiaq word for polar bear. With 110 majors and programs, many study Business Administration and Management, General. Undergraduates 6,209 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
104	Sonoma State University	4449	98.41	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#104 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,449 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
105	California State University-San Marcos	15770	95.13	880 – 1,100	10241	48673	#105 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 15,770 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
106	California State University-San Bernardino	15948	94.3	890 – 1,150	5231	43149	#106 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 15,948 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
107	Brigham Young University-Hawaii	2907	46.96	1,040 – 1,210	12410	39316	#107 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI Located in Laie, Brigham Young University-Hawaii accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,907 Acceptance Rate 47.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
108	California State University-Bakersfield	9897	84.16	890 – 1,140	6489	44282	#108 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 84% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,897 Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
109	California State University-Northridge	32846	91.76	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#109 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 92% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 32,846 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
110	Menlo College	764	68.47	940 – 1,150	32563	60608	#110 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 764 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $32,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
111	Western Oregon University	3034	83.45	1,010 – 1,230	14006	42537	#111 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 90% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,925 each. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 3,034 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
112	Musicians Institute	800	77.95	980 – 1,300	49657	24962	#112 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Musicians Institute Hollywood, CA Found in Hollywood, Musicians Institute’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge $100 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 44% of students attending Musicians Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. 80% of students continued studying at Musicians Institute after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 800 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $49,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,962
113	California State University-Los Angeles	22077	91.24	870 – 1,060	4460	45702	#113 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Undergraduates 22,077 Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
114	California State University-Channel Islands	5118	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#114 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 95% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 61% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,118 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
115	Central Washington University	10033	90.61	950 – 1,170	19898	49398	#115 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 10,033 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
116	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	2897	95.26	820 – 1,130	10942	44352	#116 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,897 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 820 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
117	Oregon Institute of Technology	5288	94.59	1,010 – 1,270	16831	68301	#117 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,288 Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
118	Hope International University	649	62.53	810 – 1,180	29896	36030	#118 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 649 Acceptance Rate 62.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
119	University of Hawaii at Hilo	2304	83.51	890 – 1,090	12673	37204	#119 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and 21% of students......Read more Undergraduates 2,304 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
120	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	5677	93.01	860 – 1,110	14090	37382	#120 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 47% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,677 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
121	Eastern Washington University	7640	85.26	990 – 1,100	14767	46469	#121 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,640 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
122	California State University-East Bay	9909	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#122 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 9,909 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
123	Pacific Northwest College of Art	448	71.77	--	39710	24101	#123 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland, OR Found in Portland, Pacific Northwest College of Art accepted 72% 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 students attending Pacific Northwest College of Art will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 448 Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $39,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,101
124	University of Nevada-Reno	20204	83.13	990 – 1,230	17226	49182	#124 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Undergraduates 20,204 Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
125	Simpson University	822	86.03	990 – 1,220	28653	51256	#125 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 822 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $28,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
126	Woodbury University	725	71.43	940 – 1,240	37258	47665	#126 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Woodbury University Burbank, CA Found in Burbank, Woodbury University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $85 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Woodbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Woodbury University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and 23%......Read more Undergraduates 725 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $37,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
127	Heritage University	815	100	--	15563	47001	#127 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Heritage University Toppenish, WA Located in Toppenish, Heritage University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 57% and around 24% of......Read more Undergraduates 815 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,001
128	University of Alaska Anchorage	9965	100	990 – 1,200	16039	42313	#128 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 55% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 9,965 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
129	University of Silicon Valley	456	51.18	980 – 1,210	31594	39802	#129 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Silicon Valley San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, the University of Silicon Valley accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending the University of Silicon Valley will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 456 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $31,594 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,802
130	Life Pacific University	460	95.8	930 – 1,110	21602	35814	#130 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 460 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
131	Eastern Oregon University	2281	99.16	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#131 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Undergraduates 2,281 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
132	Hawaii Pacific University	3468	88.55	1,120 – 1,280	30950	48773	#132 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 53% first year retention rate and around 33% of undergraduates will earn their degree......Read more Undergraduates 3,468 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $30,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
133	Alaska Pacific University	479	96.45	870 – 1,160	21960	47803	#133 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 479 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $21,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
134	Southern Oregon University	4235	88.62	980 – 1,230	17959	39326	#134 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Undergraduates 4,235 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
135	Providence Christian College	173	100	1,010 – 1,210	27422	32827	#135 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 79% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 173 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,827
136	University of Alaska Southeast	1559	61.92	900 – 1,140	13827	38811	#136 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. Undergraduates 1,559 Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
137	Nevada State University	7464	86.84	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#137 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school, and it became a university in 2023. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 7,464 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
138	California State University-Dominguez Hills	12473	59.11	760 – 950	9175	46827	#138 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 12,473 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $9,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
139	Los Angeles College of Music	228	87.68	--	44586	20538	#139 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Los Angeles College of Music Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Los Angeles College of Music accepts 88% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Los Angeles College of Music will receive institutional grant aid. 61% of students continued their studies at Los Angeles College of Music after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 228 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,538
140	Feather River Community College District	2055	0	--	13941	33495	#140 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Undergraduates 2,055 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
141	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	235	40.68	--	22276	30871	#141 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary El Dorado Hills, CA Based in El Dorado Hills, SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 41% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 27% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 235 Acceptance Rate 40.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
142	Great Basin College	3320	85.31	--	8193	35615	#142 2027 Best Colleges in the Far West US Great Basin College Elko, NV Based in Elko, Great Basin College accepts 85% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 19% of students at Great Basin College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,320 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,193 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,615