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Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region

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Superior, Erie, Michigan, Huron, and Ontario make up the 5 Great Lakes that border the United States and Canada. While the region is well-known for its mighty bodies of water, the colleges in the area are equally impressive. The best colleges in the Great Lakes region include schools from: Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Use these rankings as a jumping-off point for you to create your own personalized rankings using our college match tool.

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Chicago	7519	4.48	1,510 – 1,570	27979	80870	#1 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Chicago Chicago, IL The University of Chicago receives 43,600 applications annually and the school is considered extremely selective. It's made up of an undergraduate college and five graduate research divisions. UChicago also has campuses all over the world, from Hong Kong to Paris....Read more Undergraduates 7,519 Acceptance Rate 4.5% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $27,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,870
2	University of Notre Dame	8880	11.27	1,460 – 1,550	29083	86210	#2 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region 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 Undergraduates 8,880 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
3	Northwestern University	8846	7.22	1,480 – 1,560	23341	76844	#3 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northwestern University Evanston, IL A founding member of the Big Ten Conference, top sports for the Wildcats include Football, Basketball, and Swimming and Diving (combined). Willie the Wildcat cheers them on and the colors are purple and white....Read more Undergraduates 8,846 Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,844
4	Hillsdale College	1649	20.72	1,350 – 1,480	26030	63721	#4 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Hillsdale College Hillsdale, MI Hillsdale College’s motto is “Virtus Tentamine Gaudet” or “Strength Rejoices in the Challenge.” The school has a 97% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. All students have to take courses on the “Great Books” and the United States Constitution. 78% will graduate within 4 years. Undergraduates 1,649 Acceptance Rate 20.7% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $26,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
5	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	34454	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#5 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Undergraduates 34,454 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
6	Kenyon College	2228	31.03	1,380 – 1,490	44470	46627	#6 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kenyon College Gambier, OH Kenyon College has produced Rhodes Scholars, Truman Scholarship winners, Fulbright recipients, and Marshall Scholarship winners. Famous alumni include Rutherford B. Hayes, Paul Newman, and Bill Watterson. The school is extremely selective and has a 91% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 2,228 Acceptance Rate 31.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,627
7	Wheaton College	2119	89.98	1,270 – 1,440	31346	50270	#7 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College was founded by evangelical abolitionists in 1860 and would become a stop on the Underground Railroad. Business/Managerial Economics is the most popular major....Read more Undergraduates 2,119 Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $31,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,270
8	University of Wisconsin-Madison	39083	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#8 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Undergraduates 39,083 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
9	Case Western Reserve University	6528	37.78	1,440 – 1,550	41351	75613	#9 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Case Western Reserve University Cleveland, OH Case Western Reserve University is known as the “Yale of the West,” as its campus imitated Yale’s. 86% receive grant aid to help offset the cost, or $38,578 on average. A NCAA Division III with football school, the Spartans often compete in Basketball, Football, and Soccer. Undergraduates 6,528 Acceptance Rate 37.8% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,613
10	Ohio State University-Main Campus	46815	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#10 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Undergraduates 46,815 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
11	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology	2315	76.86	1,300 – 1,490	44016	85935	#11 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology focuses on math, science, and engineering. It was originally founded as the Terre Haute School of Industrial Science in 1874 in an effort to teach technical training for railroad construction. It would get its current name in 1971 after financial support from the Hulman family....Read more Undergraduates 2,315 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $44,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,935
12	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	37140	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#12 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Business Administration and Management, General. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Undergraduates 37,140 Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
13	Oberlin College	2950	32.98	1,370 – 1,500	50484	38871	#13 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Oberlin College Oberlin, OH In the United States, Oberlin College is the oldest coeducational liberal arts college and its Conservatory of Music is the oldest operational conservatory. 72% of students will graduate within four years (82% within six). Oberlin’s motto is “Learning and Labor.” Undergraduates 2,950 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $50,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,871
14	Denison University	2406	16.93	1,320 – 1,450	42177	51352	#14 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is extremely selective - about 26% of accepted students enrolling. With an 89% first year retention rate and 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 81% will graduate in six years....Read more Undergraduates 2,406 Acceptance Rate 16.9% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,352
15	DePauw University	1917	57.19	1,150 – 1,380	30507	58476	#15 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region DePauw University Greencastle, IN DePauw University was founded in 1837 as Indiana Asbury University. Its motto is “Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium,” which is Latin for “The college is the splendor and light of the common good.” Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric are commonly chosen majors. Undergraduates 1,917 Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,476
16	Wabash College	866	63.3	1,070 – 1,280	23913	52667	#16 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wabash College Crawfordsville, IN Wabash College is an all men’s school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% of students receive grant aid - around $38,864 each - and 83% graduate within six years. The student paper, “The Bachelor,” has been in publication since the early 1900s. Undergraduates 866 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,667
17	Indiana University-Bloomington	38093	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#17 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Undergraduates 38,093 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
18	Miami University-Oxford	16816	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#18 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Undergraduates 16,816 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
19	Butler University	4489	85.08	1,190 – 1,370	40140	61627	#19 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Butler University Indianapolis, IN 443 of students participate in varsity sports at Butler University, a NCAA Division I-FCS school. Some popular options include Basketball, Soccer, and Football. The Bulldogs have a live mascot – a bulldog named Butler Blue IV. 97% of students receive grant aid to help them afford the cost of attendance. Undergraduates 4,489 Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $40,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,627
20	Purdue University-Main Campus	44170	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#20 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Undergraduates 44,170 Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
21	Marquette University	8045	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#21 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Undergraduates 8,045 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
22	Hope College	3395	79.24	1,130 – 1,370	28643	49727	#22 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Hope College Holland, MI Student athletes at Hope College are known as the Flying Dutchmen and wear orange and blue. Some popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Hope has a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 81% six year graduation rate. Undergraduates 3,395 Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $28,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,727
23	Lawrence University	1417	63.94	1,190 – 1,410	27393	40653	#23 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University, founded in 1847 as one of the nation’s first coeducational institutions, offers a rigorous liberal arts and sciences education alongside its world-renowned Conservatory of Music....Read more Undergraduates 1,417 Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,653
24	Illinois Wesleyan University	1582	39.31	1,150 – 1,370	31310	56082	#24 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Based in Bloomington, Illinois Wesleyan University accepts 39% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of students at Illinois Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,582 Acceptance Rate 39.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,082
25	Michigan State University	41234	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#25 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 41,234 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
26	University of Dayton	7737	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#26 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region 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 Undergraduates 7,737 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
27	Principia College	339	42.99	1,060 – 1,250	14904	63721	#27 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Principia College Elsah, IL Principia College offers up to Bachelor's degrees. Found on the Mississippi River, part of the campus is named a National Historic Landmark District. Class sizes are extremely small, with an average 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 82% of students stay on after the first year and 86% graduate within six years. Undergraduates 339 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
28	Taylor University	2503	73.53	1,120 – 1,360	25698	45142	#28 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Taylor University Upland, IN Taylor University offers 2 majors and programs. Some of the most popular areas of study for the Trojans include Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, and Other....Read more Undergraduates 2,503 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,142
29	John Carroll University	2339	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#29 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Undergraduates 2,339 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
30	The College of Wooster	1738	59.53	1,250 – 1,460	29529	43895	#30 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Located in Wooster, The College of Wooster accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending The College of Wooster currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,738 Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $29,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,895
31	Kalamazoo College	1166	75.33	1,210 – 1,380	26050	46137	#31 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo, MI Kalamazoo College is the leading producer of Peace Corps members out of small liberal arts colleges. Its motto is “Lux Esto,” which is Latin for “Be Light.” Many of K College’s faculty hold a terminal degree in their field. Students follow the “K Plan” – an academic plan that focuses on liberal arts, study abroad, and community. Undergraduates 1,166 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $26,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
32	Lake Forest College	1814	56.81	1,240 – 1,410	29894	51324	#32 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lake Forest College Lake Forest, IL A liberal arts college, Lake Forest College is located just a half mile from Lake Michigan and 30 miles north of Chicago. With over 30 majors available, many students choose to major in Business/Commerce, General, followed by Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Finance, General, and Neuroscience....Read more Undergraduates 1,814 Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $29,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,324
33	Augustana College	2522	62.77	1,040 – 1,290	24695	49849	#33 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Augustana College Rock Island, IL Found in Rock Island, Augustana College accepted 63% 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 at Augustana College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Undergraduates 2,522 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,849
34	Calvin University	3356	70.91	1,090 – 1,350	26374	48039	#34 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI Found in Grand Rapids, Calvin University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,356 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $26,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,039
35	Loyola University Chicago	12538	81.6	1,220 – 1,390	37592	58411	#35 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region 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 Undergraduates 12,538 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
36	Saint Mary's College	1495	75.97	1,160 – 1,340	30389	53470	#36 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s somewhat selective and has a 20% yield. 88% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. Undergraduates 1,495 Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
37	Beloit College	1004	63.04	1,210 – 1,390	24941	41660	#37 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Beloit College Beloit, WI Beloit College’s campus is located next to the Rock River, just north of the Illinois and Wisconsin border. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a six-year graduation rate of 73%, Beloit’s most popular major is Psychology, General. Their colors are orange, black, and white, and their mascot is a polar bear. Undergraduates 1,004 Acceptance Rate 63.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,660
38	Saint Norbert College	1970	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#38 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Undergraduates 1,970 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
39	Ohio Northern University	2592	73.35	1,210 – 1,370	26396	62686	#39 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Mechanical Engineering are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Undergraduates 2,592 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
40	Xavier University	4239	86.69	1,110 – 1,330	31542	54758	#40 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,239 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $31,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
41	Mount Carmel College of Nursing	575	57.39	930 – 1,080	11686	60785	#41 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mount Carmel College of Nursing Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Mount Carmel College of Nursing accepts 57% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing will receive grant aid from the school. At Mount Carmel College of Nursing, there is a 68% first year retention rate and 75% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 575 Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,785
42	Earlham College	696	73.11	1,130 – 1,340	26517	35430	#42 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Earlham College Richmond, IN Founded in 1847, Earlham College is a liberal arts and sciences institution shaped by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). They charge unknown for applications and have a student-to-faculty ratio of 7 to 1. Many students participate in Earlham’s study abroad program. Undergraduates 696 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,430
43	DePaul University	14188	75.89	1,110 – 1,330	32129	54695	#43 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region DePaul University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, DePaul University’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at DePaul University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $24,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 14,188 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,129 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,695
44	Franciscan University of Steubenville	2978	72.23	1,110 – 1,340	24490	42037	#44 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 88% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 2,978 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
45	Cedarville University	4916	64.88	1,140 – 1,360	27047	47937	#45 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Cedarville University first opened in 1887. One famous alumnus is Grace Norman, who won a gold medal and bronze medal for the United States in the 2016 Paralympics, for the triathlon and 400m respectively. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid from Cedarville, around $18,776 per student on average. Undergraduates 4,916 Acceptance Rate 64.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,937
46	Knox College	1136	70.79	1,170 – 1,440	25524	37757	#46 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Knox College Galesburg, IL Knox College got its start as the Knox Manual Labor College when founded in 1837 by abolitionists – it would go on to play a role in the Underground Railroad. Students can earn up to Bachelor's degrees, and they follow a quarter academic calendar....Read more Undergraduates 1,136 Acceptance Rate 70.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,757
47	Bradley University	3596	76.75	1,060 – 1,290	24703	59114	#47 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Bradley University Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Bradley University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Bradley University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation......Read more Undergraduates 3,596 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,703 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,114
48	Chamberlain University-Illinois	14259	92.86	--	25875	59213	#48 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Chamberlain University-Illinois Addison, IL Undergraduates 14,259 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
49	Valparaiso University	2123	89.34	1,140 – 1,360	23168	55216	#49 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Valparaiso University Valparaiso, IN Based in Valparaiso, Valparaiso University accepts 89% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Valparaiso University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Valparaiso University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and 65% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 2,123 Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,216
50	Ohio Wesleyan University	1525	55.6	1,130 – 1,360	23826	42495	#50 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 1,525 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $23,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
51	Hanover College	962	83.97	1,130 – 1,300	22929	42876	#51 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Hanover College Hanover, IN Hanover College is a private not-for-profit institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. Students follow a four-one-four plan, which is two four-month semesters with a one-month term between. It’s the oldest private college in the state, having been founded in 1827. Hanover became coeducational in 1880. Undergraduates 962 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,876
52	Otterbein University	2211	84.52	990 – 1,240	22242	44539	#52 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Undergraduates 2,211 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
53	Illinois Institute of Technology	3135	54.93	1,200 – 1,410	25001	70803	#53 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Illinois Institute of Technology accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Illinois Institute of Technology currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 3,135 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $25,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,803
54	Baldwin Wallace University	2862	75.7	1,090 – 1,300	28190	44972	#54 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is a private liberal arts and sciences university found in 1845. The school boasts a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 83% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 2,862 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,972
55	Saint Anthony College of Nursing	152	100	--	0	57432	#55 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saint Anthony College of Nursing Rockford, IL Undergraduates 152 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,432
56	Carthage College	2675	87.1	1,000 – 1,220	24962	46116	#56 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Carthage College Kenosha, WI Found in Kenosha, Carthage College accepts 87% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Carthage College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 2,675 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,116
57	Bellin College	612	100	1,010 – 1,180	27998	72118	#57 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Bellin College Green Bay, WI Located in Green Bay, Bellin College accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Bellin College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 612 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,118
58	North Central College	2454	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#58 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Undergraduates 2,454 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
59	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	33572	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#59 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 33,572 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
60	University of Detroit Mercy	3422	75.72	1,040 – 1,270	17987	64534	#60 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region 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 Undergraduates 3,422 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
61	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion	2079	82.21	1,050 – 1,220	23364	51329	#61 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion is a NAIA Division II school, with 515 Wildcats primarily competing in the Mid-States Football Association. With a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, IWU has an 82% first year retention rate. Many are studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 2,079 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,329
62	University of Evansville	1742	78.13	1,090 – 1,330	21611	46734	#62 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 1,742 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
63	Grace College and Theological Seminary	1817	80.78	970 – 1,190	21680	41463	#63 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake, IN Grace College and Theological Seminary was founded in 1948, though it has roots going back to 1937. Affiliated with the Charis Fellowship, the school’s motto is “To know Christ and to make Him known.” On campus, 80% of freshmen return for their sophomore year, and 72% graduate within six years. Undergraduates 1,817 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,680 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,463
64	Milwaukee School of Engineering	2705	62.39	1,200 – 1,390	26122	75114	#64 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Milwaukee School of Engineering Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Milwaukee School of Engineering’s acceptance rate is 62% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Milwaukee School of Engineering will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Undergraduates 2,705 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $75,114
65	Michigan Technological University	6022	83.53	1,150 – 1,370	17928	69672	#65 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Undergraduates 6,022 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
66	Ohio University-Main Campus	19888	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#66 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 19,888 Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
67	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	9513	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#67 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,513 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
68	University of Mount Union	1927	80.13	1,000 – 1,210	22835	45919	#68 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Mount Union Alliance, OH 20% of accepted students enroll in the University of Mount Union, a somewhat selective liberal arts school. The 123-acre campus is home to two buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Kehres Stadium is the oldest college stadium in the state. The university also has a 162-acre nature center. Undergraduates 1,927 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,835 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,919
69	Carroll University	2581	66.84	1,070 – 1,280	25171	54456	#69 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Carroll University Waukesha, WI Located in Waukesha, Carroll University’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,581 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,456
70	Huntington University	1286	71.15	990 – 1,200	21149	40702	#70 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Huntington University Huntington, IN 97% of students at Huntington University receive grant aid and as a NAIA Division I school, there are also athletic scholarships available. Huntington opened in 1897 as Central College, having been founded by (and still affiliated with) the Church of the United Brethren in Christ. Undergraduates 1,286 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,702
71	School of the Art Institute of Chicago	2762	76.42	1,080 – 1,240	55485	26742	#71 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region School of the Art Institute of Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. Approximately 96% of students at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Undergraduates 2,762 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $55,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,742
72	Trinity Christian College	827	88.65	950 – 1,180	17218	48107	#72 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, IL Trinity Christian College is interdenominational and students can pursue up to Post-master's certificates. Participating in the NAIA Division I Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, student-athletes are known as the Trolls. Popular sports include Soccer, Basketball, and Baseball....Read more Undergraduates 827 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,218 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,107
73	Andrews University	1312	87.4	1,080 – 1,350	24874	43254	#73 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI Based in Berrien Springs, Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 94% of students attending Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four......Read more Undergraduates 1,312 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,254
74	Ball State University	15189	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#74 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 15,189 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
75	Elmhurst University	3170	73.57	1,020 – 1,280	22760	52803	#75 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Found in Elmhurst, Elmhurst University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,170 Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,803
76	Cleveland Institute of Art	566	56.28	1,090 – 1,280	33527	33148	#76 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Art accepts 56% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Cleveland Institute of Art will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 566 Acceptance Rate 56.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $33,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,148
77	Trine University	4157	84.69	1,110 – 1,310	25580	53010	#77 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Trine University Angola, IN Found in Angola, Trine University’s acceptance rate is 85%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Trine University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 4,157 Acceptance Rate 84.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,010
78	Illinois State University	19107	88.15	1,010 – 1,220	20871	50599	#78 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 48% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 19,107 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
79	Wittenberg University	1288	91.04	1,050 – 1,240	21457	42437	#79 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wittenberg University Springfield, OH Found in Springfield, Wittenberg University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Wittenberg University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,288 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,437
80	Cornerstone University	1444	73.16	1,010 – 1,240	23147	42598	#80 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Undergraduates 1,444 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,598
81	Lewis University	4326	71.28	980 – 1,220	19472	56095	#81 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lewis University Romeoville, IL Found in Romeoville, Lewis University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,326 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,095
82	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	8765	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#82 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Undergraduates 8,765 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
83	Wisconsin Lutheran College	957	78.16	1,130 – 1,340	22809	49095	#83 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Lutheran College’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Wisconsin Lutheran College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 957 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,809 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,095
84	Kent State University at Kent	20841	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#84 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 20,841 Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
85	Alma College	1159	57	970 – 1,200	24862	45720	#85 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Alma College Alma, MI A fairly selective school, 3,000 applicants received acceptance letters to Alma College during the last admissions cycle. 10% decide to enroll. Classes are smaller, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% of freshman stay at the school after they complete their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,159 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,720
86	Ripon College	734	83.92	1,040 – 1,280	22557	42334	#86 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ripon College Ripon, WI Found in Ripon, Ripon College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Ripon College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 734 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,334
87	Capital University	1609	70.22	960 – 1,210	22480	45767	#87 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Capital University Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Capital University accepts 70% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Capital University will receive institutional grant aid. At Capital University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 54% of students will graduate......Read more Undergraduates 1,609 Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,767
88	Goshen College	780	84.04	880 – 1,110	17040	43218	#88 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Goshen College Goshen, IN Found in Goshen, Goshen College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Undergraduates 780 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,218
89	Illinois College	940	78.19	910 – 1,200	17255	40110	#89 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Illinois College Jacksonville, IL Founded in 1829, Illinois College is the second oldest college in the state. 100% of enrolled students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attendance, with each package averaging $30,139....Read more Undergraduates 940 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,110
90	Ashland University	5180	80.53	1,040 – 1,250	21971	47722	#90 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ashland University Ashland, OH Undergraduates 5,180 Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,722
91	Cleveland Institute of Music	194	38.53	--	36001	60883	#91 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cleveland Institute of Music Cleveland, OH Based in Cleveland, Cleveland Institute of Music accepts 39% of applicants. They charge $125 for undergraduate applications and $125 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 91% and......Read more Undergraduates 194 Acceptance Rate 38.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,883
92	Kettering University	1212	78.67	1,100 – 1,310	33616	80275	#92 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kettering University Flint, MI Located in Flint, Kettering University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,212 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,275
93	University of Illinois Chicago	22495	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	11499	53218	#93 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 36% of......Read more Undergraduates 22,495 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $11,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
94	Judson University	793	62.4	910 – 1,190	21331	45374	#94 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Judson University Elgin, IL Based in Elgin, Judson University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 793 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,374
95	Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design	885	62.8	--	28024	29841	#95 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 885 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,024 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,841
96	Sacred Heart Major Seminary	188	100	1,080 – 1,240	10371	63721	#96 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Sacred Heart Major Seminary accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 188 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
97	Concordia University-Wisconsin	2401	78.19	1,110 – 1,310	28060	49761	#97 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI Based in Mequon, Concordia University-Wisconsin accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Wisconsin currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students decide to stay at Concordia......Read more Undergraduates 2,401 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
98	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	14783	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#98 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Undergraduates 14,783 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
99	Franklin College	931	69.78	1,060 – 1,240	23843	45635	#99 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Franklin College Franklin, IN Located in Franklin, Franklin College’s acceptance rate is 70%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Franklin College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 931 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,635
100	Moody Bible Institute	1624	97.54	930 – 1,140	23950	40210	#100 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Moody Bible Institute Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Moody Bible Institute accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 77% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,624 Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,210
101	Northwood University	1989	83.9	970 – 1,180	26429	54058	#101 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northwood University Midland, MI Found in Midland, Northwood University accepts 84% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,989 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,058
102	Walsh University	1423	78.15	1,040 – 1,260	21009	50090	#102 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region 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 Undergraduates 1,423 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
103	Heidelberg University	933	67.73	1,020 – 1,180	19620	41440	#103 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Undergraduates 933 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,440
104	College for Creative Studies	1376	91.94	990 – 1,210	34436	33691	#104 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region College for Creative Studies Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the College for Creative Studies accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at the College for Creative Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 1,376 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $34,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,691
105	Columbus College of Art & Design	893	71.74	1,010 – 1,240	30900	30590	#105 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Columbus College of Art & Design Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Columbus College of Art & Design’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at Columbus College of Art & Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 893 Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $30,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,590
106	Mount Vernon Nazarene University	1631	84.3	1,010 – 1,280	23293	43046	#106 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, OH Based in Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Nazarene University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Mount Vernon Nazarene University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 1,631 Acceptance Rate 84.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,046
107	Grand Valley State University	19002	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#107 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Undergraduates 19,002 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
108	Viterbo University	1287	72.43	1,110 – 1,250	23901	56804	#108 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,287 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
109	Marian University	2492	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#109 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,492 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
110	Wayne State University	16173	77.86	1,070 – 1,280	16021	45207	#110 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and......Read more Undergraduates 16,173 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
111	Olivet Nazarene University	2704	55.86	980 – 1,230	22707	49278	#111 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Olivet Nazarene University got its start as a grammar school when it opened in 1907, becoming a university in 1986. It’s fairly selective. Athletes, known as the Tigers, wear purple and gold and are cheered on by Toby the Tiger. Many compete in Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Soccer. Undergraduates 2,704 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,278
112	Anderson University	1095	53.42	940 – 1,170	21914	44396	#112 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Anderson University Anderson, IN Located in Anderson, Anderson University’s acceptance rate is 53%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 70% and 54% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most undergraduates......Read more Undergraduates 1,095 Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,396
113	Albion College	1308	80.7	950 – 1,180	18470	48203	#113 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Albion College Albion, MI Albion College’s motto is “Lux Fiat,” or “Let there be Light.” The campus is home to the Whitehouse Nature Center that has six miles of trails, over 160 bird species, 400 plant species, and more. Many undergraduates major in andPre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies. Undergraduates 1,308 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,203
114	The University of Findlay	3954	86.15	1,010 – 1,240	26215	49757	#114 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region The University of Findlay Findlay, OH Located in Findlay, The University of Findlay accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and 47% of......Read more Undergraduates 3,954 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,757
115	Gods Bible School and College	417	64.03	960 – 1,170	7233	29555	#115 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Gods Bible School and College Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, Gods Bible School and College accepts 64% of applicants and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Gods Bible School and College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 417 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $7,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,555
116	Malone University	992	75.86	970 – 1,180	23362	43056	#116 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Malone University Canton, OH Malone University offers up to Post-master's certificates. Affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church, the school’s motto is “Christ’s Kingdom First.” A part of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, 398 Pioneers compete in sports, such as Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Basketball, and Soccer. Undergraduates 992 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,056
117	Bethel University	1107	98.68	880 – 1,180	20058	44271	#117 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Bethel University Mishawaka, IN Located in Mishawaka, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Bethel University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 54% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Undergraduates 1,107 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,271
118	Northland College	485	78.87	1,050 – 1,250	24020	35819	#118 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northland College Ashland, WI Based in Ashland, Northland College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Northland College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 485 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,819
119	University of Illinois Springfield	2342	84.37	1,040 – 1,240	9241	47432	#119 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Illinois Springfield Springfield, IL The University of Illinois Springfield is one of three in the University of Illinois system and is located in the state's capitol city. U of I offers 46 degree programs with Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General being the most sought after....Read more Undergraduates 2,342 Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,432
120	Spring Arbor University	1091	37.33	1,010 – 1,230	21720	45592	#120 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Found in Spring Arbor, Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate is 37%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Spring Arbor University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 1,091 Acceptance Rate 37.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,592
121	Aurora University	4107	80.85	920 – 1,170	19220	51237	#121 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Aurora University Aurora, IL During the last admissions cycle, Aurora University received 5,380 applications. 15% of accepted students, or 660, decided to enroll. The school’s motto is “Sapientes abscondunt scientiam,” which is Latin for “Wise persons will carry away knowledge.” It offers up to Doctor's degrees. Undergraduates 4,107 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,237
122	Monmouth College	727	86.6	1,050 – 1,250	19088	43158	#122 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Monmouth College Monmouth, IL Found in Monmouth, Monmouth College accepts 87% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 50% of students will graduate within four years. Business......Read more Undergraduates 727 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,158
123	University of Indianapolis	3603	66.48	970 – 1,190	19903	46452	#123 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,603 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
124	Edgewood College	1214	94.52	1,040 – 1,210	26692	53843	#124 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,214 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
125	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	10090	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#125 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 88 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Undergraduates 10,090 Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
126	University of St Francis	1338	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#126 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,338 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
127	University of Michigan-Dearborn	6187	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	12798	50389	#127 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Undergraduates 6,187 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
128	Dominican University	2690	90.32	930 – 1,140	16969	47907	#128 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Dominican University River Forest, IL Based in River Forest, Dominican University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,690 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,907
129	Manchester University	915	91.3	900 – 1,190	19367	43024	#129 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Manchester University North Manchester, IN Based in North Manchester, Manchester University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Manchester University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 915 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,024
130	Kettering College	639	82.86	1,040 – 1,180	4048	60692	#130 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kettering College Kettering, OH Located in Kettering, Kettering College accepts 83% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $23,855 on average. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 639 Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $4,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,692
131	Indiana University-Indianapolis	14504	76.37	1,050 – 1,240	11592	47173	#131 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 75% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,504 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
132	Mount St. Joseph University	1545	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#132 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,545 Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
133	Western Michigan University	13860	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#133 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Finance, General. Undergraduates 13,860 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
134	University of Toledo	11013	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#134 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 11,013 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
135	Aquinas College	1019	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#135 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,019 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
136	Central Michigan University	10219	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#136 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Undergraduates 10,219 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
137	Millikin University	1496	66.68	890 – 1,150	10078	43100	#137 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Millikin University Decatur, IL Based in Decatur, Millikin University accepts 67% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Millikin University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Undergraduates 1,496 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,100
138	Shawnee State University	2994	81.47	980 – 1,190	14815	35080	#138 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 56% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,994 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
139	Madonna University	1839	92.93	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#139 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 1,839 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
140	North Park University	1876	72.84	1,010 – 1,210	19910	49326	#140 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region North Park University Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, North Park University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending North Park University currently receive institutional grant aid. At North Park University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Undergraduates 1,876 Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,326
141	Marietta College	1023	79.29	960 – 1,190	21333	51252	#141 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Marietta College Marietta, OH Found in Marietta, Marietta College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students at Marietta College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,023 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,252
142	Maranatha Baptist University	759	70.87	1,040 – 1,300	26001	40403	#142 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Maranatha Baptist University Watertown, WI Found in Watertown, Maranatha Baptist University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 67% of students at Maranatha Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 759 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,403
143	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	6270	87.26	1,040 – 1,240	15966	54825	#143 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 6,270 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
144	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	4721	77.82	1,010 – 1,210	15242	46524	#144 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Undergraduates 4,721 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
145	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	1567	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#145 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 1,567 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
146	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	898	76.14	910 – 1,180	18470	41863	#146 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 898 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
147	Oakland University	12587	87.84	920 – 1,180	15734	49017	#147 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 12,587 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
148	Saint Xavier University	3039	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#148 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,039 Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
149	Wilmington College	924	84.6	970 – 1,170	24915	41889	#149 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wilmington College Wilmington, OH Located in Wilmington, Wilmington College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Wilmington College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 924 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,889
150	Bluffton University	602	61.16	920 – 1,130	21299	41940	#150 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Bluffton University Bluffton, OH Undergraduates 602 Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,940
151	Hiram College	1026	92.44	890 – 1,120	21362	40270	#151 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Hiram College Hiram, OH Based in Hiram, Hiram College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Hiram College will receive institutional grant aid. At Hiram College, there is a 71% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 1,026 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,270
152	Holy Cross College	547	73.71	1,000 – 1,210	24214	41335	#152 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Holy Cross College Notre Dame, IN Based in Notre Dame, Holy Cross College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 67% of students at Holy Cross College currently receive grant aid from the school. 65% of students decide to stay at Holy Cross College after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 547 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,335
153	McKendree University	1605	63.88	920 – 1,300	25200	49439	#153 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 64% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,605 Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,200 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
154	Ferris State University	8989	91.51	900 – 1,130	13154	47339	#154 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 88% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more Undergraduates 8,989 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
155	Lawrence Technological University	2579	74.03	1,050 – 1,260	33807	58827	#155 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI Based in Southfield, Lawrence Technological University accepts 74% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending Lawrence Technological University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lawrence Technological University, there is a 78% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 2,579 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $33,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,827
156	Northern Michigan University	6684	84.02	990 – 1,210	17937	37996	#156 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,684 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
157	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	7557	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#157 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,557 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
158	Concordia University Ann Arbor	1044	72.09	1,010 – 1,180	28020	49761	#158 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Located in Ann Arbor, Concordia University Ann Arbor accepts 72% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,044 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,761
159	Lourdes University	827	74.1	930 – 1,140	22614	40158	#159 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lourdes University Sylvania, OH Found in Sylvania, Lourdes University accepts 74% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 827 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
160	Ursuline College	637	84.01	980 – 1,190	17678	45646	#160 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ursuline College Pepper Pike, OH Ursuline College is a private liberal arts school founded in 1871 as a Catholic women's college. While men can attend this school today, the school continues to provide a woman-focused education and the majority of students are women....Read more Undergraduates 637 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,678 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,646
161	Wright State University-Lake Campus	1398	95.15	930 – 1,180	12039	42229	#161 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wright State University-Lake Campus Celina, OH Found in Celina, Wright State University-Lake Campus accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Wright State University-Lake Campus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,398 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
162	Greenville University	986	97.66	840 – 1,210	21442	40307	#162 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Greenville University Greenville, IL Based in Greenville, Greenville University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Undergraduates 986 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 840 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,307
163	Muskingum University	1524	81.84	930 – 1,110	20269	40536	#163 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Muskingum University New Concord, OH Found in New Concord, Muskingum University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Muskingum University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,524 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,536
164	University of Wisconsin-Stout	6124	87.47	1,040 – 1,280	15574	50251	#164 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 29% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,124 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
165	Northwestern Michigan College	3146	69.95	--	5831	34918	#165 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City, MI Based in Traverse City, Northwestern Michigan College’s acceptance rate is 70% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,146 Acceptance Rate 70.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,918
166	Benedictine University	1972	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#166 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,972 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
167	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	10656	72.89	970 – 1,180	10289	46546	#167 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 33% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued studying at the University......Read more Undergraduates 10,656 Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
168	Cleveland State University	9418	91.3	880 – 1,130	16307	44625	#168 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 9,418 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
169	Siena Heights University	1669	66.56	890 – 1,110	17740	49913	#169 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Based in Adrian, Siena Heights University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Siena Heights University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Siena Heights University, there is a 72% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,669 Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,913
170	Ohio Dominican University	843	94.23	1,040 – 1,310	21006	43933	#170 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican......Read more Undergraduates 843 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
171	University of Southern Indiana	5347	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#171 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 5,347 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
172	Eastern Illinois University	6785	65.35	910 – 1,130	14621	42694	#172 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,785 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
173	Northern Illinois University	11349	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#173 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Undergraduates 11,349 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
174	Alverno College	673	84.38	890 – 1,110	17884	51755	#174 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Alverno College Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Alverno College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alverno College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 673 Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,755
175	DeVry University-Illinois	172	100	--	31063	42178	#175 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region DeVry University-Illinois Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, DeVry University-Illinois accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At DeVry University-Illinois, there is a 100% first year retention rate and around 26% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 172 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,063 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
176	Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville	8975	97.21	930 – 1,160	15182	46384	#176 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Undergraduates 8,975 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
177	Marian University	1074	66.77	930 – 1,140	23552	49839	#177 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Located in Fond Du Lac, Marian University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,074 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,839
178	Youngstown State University	8436	80.66	950 – 1,180	11740	37590	#178 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 81%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and a 23% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 8,436 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
179	Mount Mary University	749	66.34	930 – 1,080	19409	40421	#179 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mount Mary University Milwaukee, WI Located in Milwaukee, Mount Mary University accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 749 Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,421
180	University of Akron Main Campus	11160	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#180 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 11,160 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
181	Oakland City University	522	68.21	860 – 1,140	12268	43190	#181 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Oakland City University Oakland City, IN Located in Oakland City, Oakland City University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Oakland City University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Oakland City University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and a 34% four year......Read more Undergraduates 522 Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,190
182	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	8553	86.88	920 – 1,190	16131	43087	#182 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Undergraduates 8,553 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
183	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	11874	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#183 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 11,874 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
184	Lake Superior State University	1551	100	930 – 1,340	14345	42767	#184 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI Based in Sault Ste Marie, Lake Superior State University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Lake Superior State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,551 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,767
185	Eureka College	527	85	880 – 1,160	20215	42968	#185 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Eureka College Eureka, IL Located in Eureka, Eureka College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 42% of students will earn their......Read more Undergraduates 527 Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,968
186	Lake Erie College	744	64.12	970 – 1,160	22322	43959	#186 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lake Erie College Painesville, OH Located in Painesville, Lake Erie College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Lake Erie College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Lake Erie College, there is a 62% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 744 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $22,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,959
187	Defiance College	464	42.43	970 – 1,110	24098	39303	#187 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Defiance College Defiance, OH Located in Defiance, Defiance College accepts 42% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Defiance College will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $21,245 each. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Undergraduates 464 Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,303
188	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	18428	95.29	970 – 1,210	16499	45851	#188 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 95% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $56 for graduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 18,428 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
189	Adrian College	1678	68.43	950 – 1,170	22053	42805	#189 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,678 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
190	Lakeland University	2318	91.4	890 – 1,110	22593	49546	#190 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Lakeland University Plymouth, WI Based in Plymouth, Lakeland University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Lakeland University will receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Lakeland University after......Read more Undergraduates 2,318 Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,546
191	The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences	765	50.18	880 – 1,020	18995	64942	#191 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cincinnati, OH Undergraduates 765 Acceptance Rate 50.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $18,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,942
192	Eastern Michigan University	10470	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#192 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Undergraduates 10,470 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
193	Purdue University Northwest	5698	72.46	930 – 1,150	9637	48439	#193 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 5,698 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $9,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
194	Methodist College	374	31.11	800 – 1,160	35461	64709	#194 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Methodist College Peoria, IL Found in Peoria, Methodist College’s acceptance rate is 31% and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 75% of students continued studying at Methodist College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 374 Acceptance Rate 31.1% SAT Score 800 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $35,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,709
195	Indiana University-East	2951	67.19	980 – 1,180	9484	44827	#195 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-East Richmond, IN Found in Richmond, Indiana University-East’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 55% of students at Indiana University-East currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,951 Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,827
196	University of Wisconsin-Superior	2027	77.95	970 – 1,180	13126	41868	#196 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 78% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,027 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
197	Concordia University-Chicago	1327	92.79	1,000 – 1,200	17767	44405	#197 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Concordia University-Chicago River Forest, IL Found in River Forest, Concordia University-Chicago accepts 93% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Concordia University-Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. At Concordia University-Chicago, there is a 61% first year retention rate and a 36% four......Read more Undergraduates 1,327 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,405
198	Indiana State University	6224	80.77	1,040 – 1,240	13321	41047	#198 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 6,224 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
199	Quincy University	1072	50.93	1,020 – 1,210	17424	43331	#199 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Quincy University Quincy, IL Undergraduates 1,072 Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,424 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331
200	Western Illinois University	5025	74.96	850 – 1,130	12168	43057	#200 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Found in Macomb, Western Illinois University accepts 75% of applicants. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Western Illinois University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Western Illinois University, there is a 58% first year......Read more Undergraduates 5,025 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
201	Indiana University-Southeast	3276	84.46	990 – 1,190	8829	42290	#201 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, IN Based in New Albany, Indiana University-Southeast accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 3,276 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $8,829 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,290
202	Wright State University-Main Campus	7505	96.33	930 – 1,190	15400	42229	#202 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH Based in Dayton, Wright State University-Main Campus accepts 96% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wright State University-Main Campus, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 27% of......Read more Undergraduates 7,505 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
203	Indiana University-Kokomo	2705	86.47	1,080 – 1,160	6459	42134	#203 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, IN Based in Kokomo, Indiana University-Kokomo accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 42% of students attending Indiana University-Kokomo currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,705 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $6,459 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,134
204	Blackburn College	389	80.14	890 – 1,150	21349	36665	#204 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Blackburn College Carlinville, IL Located in Carlinville, Blackburn College accepts 80% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Blackburn College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 36% of students will earn a degree within four......Read more Undergraduates 389 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,665
205	Saginaw Valley State University	6152	72.07	930 – 1,170	15144	43530	#205 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Special Education and Teaching, General, and Public Health Education and Promotion are also commonly chosen programs....Read more Undergraduates 6,152 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
206	Roosevelt University	2605	94.27	900 – 1,130	21503	42896	#206 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Roosevelt University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Roosevelt University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $20,288 on average. 65% of students continued their studies at Roosevelt University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 2,605 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
207	Antioch College	124	89.21	1,010 – 1,240	10979	32114	#207 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Antioch College Yellow Springs, OH Found in Yellow Springs, Antioch College accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Antioch College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Antioch College, there is a 72% first year retention rate and 18% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Undergraduates 124 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,114
208	Indiana University-Northwest	2778	73.39	920 – 1,190	5553	39714	#208 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN Located in Gary, Indiana University-Northwest accepts 73% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of students at Indiana University-Northwest will receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-Northwest, there is a 71% first year retention rate and 22% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 2,778 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $5,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,714
209	Tiffin University	2666	79.77	860 – 1,120	24516	42475	#209 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Tiffin University Tiffin, OH Found in Tiffin, Tiffin University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Tiffin University, there is a 60% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,666 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,516 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,475
210	University of Michigan-Flint	5011	70.47	970 – 1,240	12344	45453	#210 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI Based in Flint, the University of Michigan-Flint accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 5,011 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
211	Indiana Institute of Technology	1642	57.13	950 – 1,160	22148	29717	#211 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN Found in Fort Wayne, Indiana Institute of Technology accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Indiana Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,642 Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $22,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,717
212	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	3207	97.51	950 – 1,220	8778	42154	#212 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 18% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 3,207 Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
213	The University of Olivet	938	97.11	970 – 1,140	23533	42637	#213 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region The University of Olivet Olivet, MI Found in Olivet, The University of Olivet accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending The University of Olivet will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and its four year graduation rate is 37%. Business......Read more Undergraduates 938 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,637
214	Art Academy of Cincinnati	255	33.14	740 – 1,170	28899	27483	#214 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Art Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, the Art Academy of Cincinnati accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at the Art Academy of Cincinnati will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 255 Acceptance Rate 33.1% SAT Score 740 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $28,899 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,483
215	Purdue University Fort Wayne	6489	83.89	990 – 1,240	12619	42873	#215 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 63% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 6,489 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,619 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
216	Rockford University	968	57.04	960 – 1,130	24098	45847	#216 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Rockford University Rockford, IL Located in Rockford, Rockford University’s acceptance rate is 57%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Rockford University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 968 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $24,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,847
217	Grace Christian University	891	99.31	850 – 1,140	14127	31450	#217 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Grace Christian University Wyoming, MI Located in Wyoming, Grace Christian University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 82% of students attending Grace Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 891 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,450
218	Indiana University-South Bend	4083	83.84	950 – 1,190	8090	41388	#218 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Found in South Bend, Indiana University-South Bend’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 43% of students attending Indiana University-South Bend currently receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-South Bend, there is a 65% first......Read more Undergraduates 4,083 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $8,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,388
219	Cleary University	811	50.97	950 – 1,170	24965	55077	#219 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Cleary University Howell, MI All of the available undergraduate majors at Cleary University focus on Business. In fact, Business Administration and Management, General is the most sought after area of study. It was first known as the Cleary School of Penmanship when it opened in 1883. 98% receive institutional grants from the university. Undergraduates 811 Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,077
220	Rochester Christian University	1144	65.3	850 – 1,110	19660	40813	#220 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills, MI Located in Rochester Hills, Rochester Christian University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Rochester Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,144 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,813
221	Columbia College Chicago	5422	75.49	--	29790	32596	#221 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, Columbia College Chicago accepts 75% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Columbia College Chicago will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,422 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,596
222	Davenport University	4991	98.27	--	19799	47041	#222 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Davenport University Grand Rapids, MI Undergraduates 4,991 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,041
223	Ohio Christian University	1340	39.9	850 – 930	21092	34457	#223 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Based in Circleville, Ohio Christian University’s acceptance rate is 40%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students at Ohio Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,340 Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $21,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,457
224	Governors State University	2573	48.27	760 – 760	10833	45435	#224 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Governors State University University Park, IL Based in University Park, Governors State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 45% of students attending Governors State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,573 Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 760 – 760 Avg. Net Price $10,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,435
225	Baker College	3595	81.87	960 – 1,160	14743	33619	#225 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Baker College Owosso, MI Based in Owosso, Baker College accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Baker College, there is a 66% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 3,595 Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
226	National Louis University	4242	93.12	850 – 930	15724	43562	#226 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region National Louis University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, National Louis University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 15% of students attending National Louis University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 56% and 19% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Undergraduates 4,242 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 850 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,562
227	University of Northwestern Ohio	2572	80.35	--	18794	45639	#227 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Northwestern Ohio Lima, OH Found in Lima, the University of Northwestern Ohio’s acceptance rate is 80%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 23% of students attending the University of Northwestern Ohio currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,572 Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,639
228	Mercy College of Ohio	999	42.76	930 – 1,120	15705	61877	#228 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mercy College of Ohio Toledo, OH Found in Toledo, Mercy College of Ohio accepts 43% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Mercy College of Ohio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 999 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $15,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,877
229	Wilberforce University	602	52.73	840 – 940	8222	35146	#229 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Wilberforce University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Wilberforce University accepts 53% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Wilberforce University will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Wilberforce University after......Read more Undergraduates 602 Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 840 – 940 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,146
230	Northeastern Illinois University	4042	51.69	850 – 1,310	14669	43801	#230 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 52% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 61% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 4,042 Acceptance Rate 51.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
231	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus	729	86.01	--	5715	48991	#231 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, OH Based in Zanesville, Ohio University-Zanesville Campus accepts 86% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 63% of students at Ohio University-Zanesville Campus will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 729 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,715 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
232	University of Rio Grande	2030	72.98	--	26581	34323	#232 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region University of Rio Grande Rio Grande, OH Based in Rio Grande, the University of Rio Grande’s acceptance rate is 73% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students at the University of Rio Grande will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,030 Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,323
233	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	560	57.28	800 – 1,030	17377	39342	#233 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 57% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 560 Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342
234	Central State University	2676	98.61	800 – 970	14821	27173	#234 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,676 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
235	Trinity International University-Illinois	140	93.18	990 – 1,210	21260	41545	#235 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield, IL Found in Deerfield, Trinity International University-Illinois’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Trinity International University-Illinois currently receive grant aid from the school. At Trinity International University-Illinois, there is a 66% first......Read more Undergraduates 140 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,260 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,545
236	Veritas Baptist College	140	100	--	17043	30634	#236 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Veritas Baptist College Lawrenceburg, IN Undergraduates 140 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,634
237	Kuyper College	153	33.85	940 – 1,170	27708	33956	#237 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kuyper College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Kuyper College accepts 34% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Kuyper College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 50%....Read more Undergraduates 153 Acceptance Rate 33.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,956
238	Herzing University-Brookfield	379	90.79	--	19425	35295	#238 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Herzing University-Brookfield Brookfield, WI Undergraduates 379 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
239	Ohio University-Southern Campus	618	87.89	--	4682	48991	#239 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, OH Based in Ironton, Ohio University-Southern Campus accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 64% of students at Ohio University-Southern Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 618 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,682 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
240	Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus	1208	83.3	--	5304	48991	#240 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe, OH Based in Chillicothe, Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 50% of students attending Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,208 Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
241	Ohio University-Eastern Campus	402	45.12	--	3897	48991	#241 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, OH Found in Saint Clairsville, Ohio University-Eastern Campus accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 69% of students at Ohio University-Eastern Campus currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 402 Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
242	Hebrew Theological College	197	92	1,040 – 1,140	11197	32793	#242 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Hebrew Theological College Skokie, IL Undergraduates 197 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,793
243	Chicago State University	1495	40.52	790 – 980	9852	33805	#243 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Chicago State University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Chicago State University accepts 41% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 84% of students at Chicago State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,495 Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $9,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,805
244	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus	901	54.67	--	4935	48991	#244 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, OH Found in Lancaster, Ohio University-Lancaster Campus’s acceptance rate is 55% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 46% of students at Ohio University-Lancaster Campus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 901 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
245	Vincennes University	19795	79.41	--	10932	35834	#245 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Located in Vincennes, Vincennes University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of students attending Vincennes University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and......Read more Undergraduates 19,795 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
246	Miami University-Middletown	1213	100	--	13457	49773	#246 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Miami University-Middletown Middletown, OH Located in Middletown, Miami University-Middletown accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 29% of students at Miami University-Middletown currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and around......Read more Undergraduates 1,213 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
247	Union Bible College	164	86.73	--	8872	63721	#247 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Union Bible College Westfield, IN Based in Westfield, Union Bible College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Union Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 164 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
248	Herzing University-Kenosha	543	89.39	--	16286	35295	#248 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Herzing University-Kenosha Kenosha, WI Undergraduates 543 Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
249	Franklin University	5815	86.33	--	22252	49189	#249 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Franklin University Columbus, OH Undergraduates 5,815 Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,189
250	Herzing University-Madison	2181	94.15	--	20679	35295	#250 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Herzing University-Madison Madison, WI Undergraduates 2,181 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
251	Miami University-Hamilton	2345	100	--	12407	49773	#251 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Miami University-Hamilton Hamilton, OH Found in Hamilton, Miami University-Hamilton accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 35% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Miami University-Hamilton, there is a 64% first year retention rate and around 7% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,345 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
252	Ohio State University-Lima Campus	720	99.35	1,040 – 1,220	12727	51438	#252 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio State University-Lima Campus Lima, OH Located in Lima, Ohio State University-Lima Campus accepts 99% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 720 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
253	St. Augustine College	774	84.37	--	17008	31348	#253 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region St. Augustine College Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, St- Augustine College’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At St- Augustine College, there is a 68% first year retention rate and a 3% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 774 Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,348
254	East-West University	528	73.53	850 – 1,010	23140	21236	#254 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region East-West University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, East-West University’s acceptance rate is 74% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending East-West University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more Undergraduates 528 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $23,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,236
255	Ohio State University-Marion Campus	849	98.81	1,000 – 1,210	14514	51438	#255 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio State University-Marion Campus Marion, OH Found in Marion, Ohio State University-Marion Campus accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Ohio State University-Marion Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 40%....Read more Undergraduates 849 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
256	Great Lakes Christian College	130	94.69	--	19390	28240	#256 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Great Lakes Christian College Lansing, MI Found in Lansing, Great Lakes Christian College accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Great Lakes Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 11% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 130 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,240
257	Kent State University at Tuscarawas	2833	88.54	--	11448	40179	#257 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OH Found in New Philadelphia, Kent State University at Tuscarawas accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 77% of students attending Kent State University at Tuscarawas currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 2,833 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
258	Kent State University at Salem	1633	86.86	850 – 1,020	10796	40179	#258 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Salem Salem, OH Located in Salem, Kent State University at Salem’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 39% of students attending Kent State University at Salem currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 53%....Read more Undergraduates 1,633 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $10,796 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
259	Kent State University at Stark	3526	93.15	860 – 1,120	10977	40179	#259 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Stark North Canton, OH Based in North Canton, Kent State University at Stark accepts 93% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students attending Kent State University at Stark will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 59%....Read more Undergraduates 3,526 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
260	Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus	849	99.47	980 – 1,200	15920	51438	#260 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus Mansfield, OH Based in Mansfield, Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 65% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 34%....Read more Undergraduates 849 Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
261	Kent State University at Trumbull	2147	81.97	880 – 1,070	10075	40179	#261 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Trumbull Warren, OH Based in Warren, Kent State University at Trumbull accepts 82% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,147 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $10,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
262	Kent State University at Ashtabula	1738	86.57	830 – 1,100	10502	40179	#262 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Ashtabula Ashtabula, OH Found in Ashtabula, Kent State University at Ashtabula accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 37% of students attending Kent State University at Ashtabula will receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 1,738 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
263	Martin University	177	82.21	--	13879	25539	#263 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Martin University Indianapolis, IN Located in Indianapolis, Martin University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and 0% of students will earn their degree in four years. Most students attending this......Read more Undergraduates 177 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,539
264	Jackson College	4975	75.85	--	8361	59423	#264 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Jackson College Jackson, MI Based in Jackson, Jackson College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 35% of students at Jackson College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,975 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
265	Mid-America College of Funeral Service	337	82.21	--	23905	42193	#265 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Mid-America College of Funeral Service Jeffersonville, IN Undergraduates 337 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,905 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,193
266	Ohio State University-Newark Campus	2543	99.37	980 – 1,190	13843	51438	#266 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Ohio State University-Newark Campus Newark, OH Based in Newark, Ohio State University-Newark Campus’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Ohio State University-Newark Campus will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 3% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,543 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
267	Kent State University at Geauga	2204	96.12	820 – 1,080	10524	40179	#267 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Kent State University at Geauga Burton, OH Based in Burton, Kent State University at Geauga accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 26% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,204 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 820 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
268	Herzing University-Akron	381	94.03	--	20429	35295	#268 2026 Best Colleges in the Great Lakes Region Herzing University-Akron Akron, OH Undergraduates 381 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295