2026 College Rankings

Best Colleges in the Southeast US

Home
College Rankings
Overall Ranking
Region
Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV)

About

The South is known for delicious southern food, heart-warming southern hospitality, and quality southern education. It's also home to some of the oldest colleges in the country, dating back to the Civil War and even before in many cases. Some of the very best colleges in the US are found in the southeast region. The best Southeast college rankings include schools from: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Methodology

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

Sort by:

View as:

Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Duke University	6523	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#1 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Undergraduates 6,523 Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
2	Vanderbilt University	7221	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#2 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Undergraduates 7,221 Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
3	University of Virginia-Main Campus	17901	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#3 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Undergraduates 17,901 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
4	Washington and Lee University	1886	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#4 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Undergraduates 1,886 Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
5	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	21075	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#5 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Undergraduates 21,075 Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
6	Emory University	7407	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#6 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Undergraduates 7,407 Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
7	William & Mary	7063	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#7 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Undergraduates 7,063 Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
8	Davidson College	1869	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#8 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,869 Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
9	University of Richmond	3055	22.2	1,440 – 1,540	35263	67927	#9 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Richmond University of Richmond, VA “Verbum Vitae et Lumen Scientiae” or “Word of life and light of knowledge” is the University of Richmond’s motto. 23% of accepted students go on to attend in the fall. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, 405 athletes are cheered on by WebstUR the Spider. Undergraduates 3,055 Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $35,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,927
10	Wake Forest University	5471	21.56	1,410 – 1,510	27790	67722	#10 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Based in Winston-Salem, Wake Forest University accepts 22% of applicants. They require $85 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of students at Wake Forest University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,471 Acceptance Rate 21.6% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,722
11	University of Florida	36567	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#11 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Undergraduates 36,567 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
12	Tulane University of Louisiana	7283	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#12 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Undergraduates 7,283 Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
13	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	20592	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#13 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Undergraduates 20,592 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
14	Florida State University	32711	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#14 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Undergraduates 32,711 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
15	University of Georgia	31514	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#15 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Undergraduates 31,514 Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
16	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	31035	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#16 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Undergraduates 31,035 Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
17	North Carolina State University	28422	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#17 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 28,422 Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
18	University of Miami	13250	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	41028	61508	#18 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 176 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. Undergraduates 13,250 Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
19	Clemson University	23401	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#19 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 23,401 Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
20	Rhodes College	1793	49.68	1,290 – 1,430	30590	48898	#20 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more Undergraduates 1,793 Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $30,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
21	Centre College	1356	55.53	1,240 – 1,430	23780	50073	#21 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Undergraduates 1,356 Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $23,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
22	Furman University	2383	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#22 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Undergraduates 2,383 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
23	The University of the South	1644	56.9	1,230 – 1,400	33616	53456	#23 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of the South Sewanee, TN The University of the South, or Sewanee, sits on 13,000 acres. The grounds are often called “The Domain” or “The Mountain,” and have several Gothic-styled buildings. The university’s magazine, “Sewanee Review,” has been running since 1892, making it the oldest continuous literary magazine in the country. Undergraduates 1,644 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,456
24	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	902	33.08	1,170 – 1,320	11163	24537	#24 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 33% of applicants. 47% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 87% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 902 Acceptance Rate 33.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
25	James Madison University	21112	71.51	1,180 – 1,340	26317	57438	#25 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 91% and 65% of students......Read more Undergraduates 21,112 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
26	University of South Carolina-Columbia	30187	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#26 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Undergraduates 30,187 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
27	Wofford College	1817	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#27 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Undergraduates 1,817 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
28	Auburn University	27907	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#28 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 27,907 Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
29	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	2737	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#29 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Undergraduates 2,737 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
30	Patrick Henry College	425	77.44	1,260 – 1,440	25128	63721	#30 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Patrick Henry College Purcellville, VA Patrick Henry College is a fairly new school, having only opened in 2000. 98% of students receive grant aid, with each package averaging $13,798. Most students, 88%, stay on after the first year, and many major in Political Science and Government, General, Strategic Intelligence, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Undergraduates 425 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
31	Virginia Military Institute	1527	71.25	1,110 – 1,330	17229	63545	#31 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 562 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big South Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Undergraduates 1,527 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
32	Spelman College	2712	24.87	1,110 – 1,330	37403	45676	#32 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Spelman College Atlanta, GA Spelman College is a women’s liberal arts college that was founded in 1881. 23% of those accepted go on to attend. Many students major in Psychology, General. Spelman has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 2,712 Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $37,403 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,676
33	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	30564	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#33 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 30,564 Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
34	Samford University	4210	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#34 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 4,210 Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
35	Christopher Newport University	4407	87.96	1,110 – 1,310	22864	51931	#35 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 83% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Undergraduates 4,407 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
36	Milligan University	834	70.27	1,080 – 1,340	21463	43168	#36 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Milligan University Milligan, TN Milligan University is a Christ-centered liberal arts school with a 355-acre campus. 100% of students receive grant aid, about $28,521 each. A NAIA Division II university, students can also receive athletic scholarships. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General. Undergraduates 834 Acceptance Rate 70.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,168
37	University of South Florida	38525	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#37 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 38,525 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
38	Transylvania University	1006	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#38 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Undergraduates 1,006 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
39	University of Mary Washington	3660	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21615	49411	#39 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 3,660 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
40	The University of Alabama	34389	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#40 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 34,389 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
41	University of North Carolina Wilmington	15254	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18606	46972	#41 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 50% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 15,254 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
42	Agnes Scott College	843	62.15	1,180 – 1,370	25609	41382	#42 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Agnes Scott College Decatur, GA One of the Seven Sisters, Agnes Scott College is a women’s undergraduate school but offers co-educational graduate programs as well. The school underwent many name changes since it was founded in 1889, starting with the Decatur Female Seminary....Read more Undergraduates 843 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,382
43	George Mason University	28331	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#43 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 59% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 28,331 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
44	Hendrix College	1101	55.63	1,240 – 1,400	24236	39913	#44 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $25,518. There are 26 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Psychology, General. Undergraduates 1,101 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
45	Rollins College	2640	47.54	1,200 – 1,360	37134	48239	#45 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Rollins College Winter Park, FL Rollins College was founded in 1885, making it the fourth oldest post-secondary institution in Florida. Rollins has won over 20 National Championships and more than 60 Sunshine State Conference Championships. Student athletes, known as Tars, participate in Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball, among others....Read more Undergraduates 2,640 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,239
46	Appalachian State University	19560	90.14	1,040 – 1,280	14712	43663	#46 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 19,560 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
47	Berry College	2254	64	1,120 – 1,320	25383	45014	#47 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 66%......Read more Undergraduates 2,254 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
48	University of Kentucky	25535	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#48 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Undergraduates 25,535 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
49	Covenant College	1087	86.51	1,150 – 1,380	25471	39570	#49 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Covenant College Lookout Mountain, GA Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College’s motto is “In All Things Christ Preeminent.” Courses are taught from a Reformed Christian perspective, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. It has a first year retention rate of 88% – 72% graduate in six years. Undergraduates 1,087 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,570
50	Union University	1934	60.16	1,120 – 1,380	27191	45505	#50 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Union University Jackson, TN Union University athletes are known as the Bulldogs. Previously a NCAA Division I school, they’ve won several championships while part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Today, athletes compete in the Gulf South Conference....Read more Undergraduates 1,934 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,505
51	Mercer University	4690	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#51 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,690 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
52	College of Charleston	10880	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	20806	43821	#52 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,880 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
53	Randolph-Macon College	1643	86.61	1,050 – 1,230	29058	48067	#53 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates....Read more Undergraduates 1,643 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
54	Belmont University	7167	95.28	1,180 – 1,370	37558	42770	#54 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Belmont University Nashville, TN Located in Nashville, Belmont University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 91% of students at Belmont University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,167 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,770
55	University of Arkansas	28859	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#55 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Undergraduates 28,859 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
56	Florida International University	44904	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	10742	47768	#56 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 44,904 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
57	Lipscomb University	3327	67.74	1,090 – 1,350	27386	50454	#57 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Lipscomb University is a fairly selective school and during the last admissions cycle, 25% of accepted students enrolled. A NCAA Division I without football member, 265 Bisons compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference....Read more Undergraduates 3,327 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,386 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,454
58	University of Central Florida	59649	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#58 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 59,649 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
59	Meredith College	1206	74.18	1,130 – 1,350	23405	45293	#59 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Meredith College Raleigh, NC Meredith College is a private women’s liberal arts school, but its graduate program does admit men. It offers 42 majors and programs, with many choosing to study Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Athletes are known as the Avenging Angels, and they participate in the USA South Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,206 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,293
60	Virginia Commonwealth University	21210	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#60 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Undergraduates 21,210 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
61	Hampden-Sydney College	946	40.92	1,080 – 1,280	29578	55846	#61 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney, VA Hampden-Sydney College is the oldest privately-charted college in the south. This all-male school focuses heavily on tradition. The campus sprawls over 1,300 acres, with part of it named to the National Register of Historic Places. The most popular major currently at H-SC is Business/Managerial Economics. Undergraduates 946 Acceptance Rate 40.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,846
62	John Brown University	1882	67.64	1,110 – 1,350	21464	46114	#62 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University sits on a 200-acre campus featuring the Cathedral of the Ozarks and the Windgate Visual Art Buildings. A fairly selective school, 36% of those accepted decided to enroll. It offers up to Master's degrees, and popular programs include andGeneral Studies. Undergraduates 1,882 Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,114
63	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	34242	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#63 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Undergraduates 34,242 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
64	Berea College	1527	19.34	1,150 – 1,320	4379	35676	#64 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Berea College Berea, KY Berea College, founded in 1892, was the first integrated, co-educational college in the South. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $51,923 on average. The most popular degree programs are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and......Read more Undergraduates 1,527 Acceptance Rate 19.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,676
65	Eckerd College	1893	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	40122	37505	#65 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, FL A private liberal arts school located not far from the beach, Eckerd College is home to several sustainability initiatives, bikesharing systems, and the Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory. In fact, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is a commonly chosen program....Read more Undergraduates 1,893 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $40,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
66	Florida Institute of Technology	3677	57.7	1,130 – 1,320	36364	41941	#66 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL During the last admissions cycle, the Florida Institute of Technology had a 9% yield. Alumni include astronauts, CEOs, politicians, and professors. 100% of FIA’s students receive grant aid, averaging $23,953 each. Classes are typically on the smaller size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 3,677 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $36,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,941
67	New College of Florida	710	74	1,040 – 1,250	8368	32611	#67 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Undergraduates 710 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
68	Georgia College & State University	6006	87.79	1,070 – 1,240	19769	50644	#68 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Undergraduates 6,006 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
69	University of Alabama at Birmingham	12382	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#69 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 12,382 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
70	Freed-Hardeman University	1878	90.61	1,080 – 1,280	18267	40086	#70 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 91% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 84% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 1,878 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
71	Florida Southern College	2626	59.09	1,120 – 1,320	30462	47749	#71 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 59% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Undergraduates 2,626 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
72	Ouachita Baptist University	1729	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#72 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Undergraduates 1,729 Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
73	Stetson University	2349	71.6	990 – 1,240	22914	44792	#73 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Stetson University DeLand, FL Stetson University was first known as DeLand Academy when it opened in 1883. Its name changed just a few years later after generous donations from John B. Stetson. During downtime, students have plenty to do, as the campus isn’t far from the beach or amusement parks in Orlando. Stetson has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 2,349 Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
74	Roanoke College	1824	80.07	1,080 – 1,280	27695	45330	#74 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Roanoke College Salem, VA Found in Salem, Roanoke College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Roanoke College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,824 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,330
75	Florida Polytechnic University	1690	34.77	1,140 – 1,320	11923	77545	#75 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 35% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and 39% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more Undergraduates 1,690 Acceptance Rate 34.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
76	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	24868	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#76 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 24,868 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
77	High Point University	5006	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#77 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Undergraduates 5,006 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
78	East Carolina University	21445	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#78 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Undergraduates 21,445 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
79	Harding University	3523	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#79 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Undergraduates 3,523 Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
80	Longwood University	3223	84.8	1,030 – 1,220	22900	46058	#80 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 85% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $6,114 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 3,223 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
81	Savannah College of Art and Design	14657	83.68	1,080 – 1,280	46524	34110	#81 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA Located in Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Savannah College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to......Read more Undergraduates 14,657 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,110
82	University of Louisville	17086	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	18808	46571	#82 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 17,086 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
83	University of North Carolina Asheville	3030	91.94	1,160 – 1,350	14175	36947	#83 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC Found in Asheville, the University of North Carolina Asheville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,030 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,947
84	Hollins University	665	67.95	1,230 – 1,340	23444	29863	#84 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Hollins University Roanoke, VA Located in Roanoke, Hollins University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Hollins University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 665 Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,863
85	University of North Florida	13735	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	10628	46546	#85 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Undergraduates 13,735 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $10,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
86	Queens University of Charlotte	1225	56.51	1,150 – 1,320	27178	48170	#86 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Found in Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Queens University of Charlotte currently receive grant aid from the school. At Queens University of Charlotte, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a......Read more Undergraduates 1,225 Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,170
87	University of Alabama in Huntsville	6800	68.57	1,130 – 1,370	19847	55610	#87 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,800 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
88	Eastern Mennonite University	791	100	1,140 – 1,540	24710	48158	#88 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Eastern Mennonite University Harrisonburg, VA Based in Harrisonburg, Eastern Mennonite University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending Eastern Mennonite University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 791 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $24,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,158
89	Loyola University New Orleans	3032	93.05	1,050 – 1,240	26150	34092	#89 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Located in New Orleans, Loyola University New Orleans accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Loyola University New Orleans currently receive grant aid from the school. At Loyola University New Orleans, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a 54% four......Read more Undergraduates 3,032 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,092
90	Asbury University	2066	95.4	1,030 – 1,290	21375	35563	#90 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Asbury University Wilmore, KY Asbury University is a private Christian university located 20 minutes southwest of Lexington. The school's motto is "Academic Excellence & Spiritual Vitality. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid — $24,903 on average. Popular majors among students include andGeneral Studies. Undergraduates 2,066 Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,563
91	Shenandoah University	2641	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#91 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 2,641 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
92	Anderson University	3405	54.71	1,110 – 1,310	22222	42073	#92 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Undergraduates 3,405 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
93	The University of Tampa	10594	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#93 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Undergraduates 10,594 Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
94	Mississippi State University	18567	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#94 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 18,567 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
95	Western Carolina University	10112	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#95 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 10,112 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
96	Bellarmine University	2240	86.11	1,020 – 1,240	24432	49819	#96 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bellarmine University Louisville, KY Bellarmine University is a private Catholic university providing a liberal arts education. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 75% first year retention rate, and 65% six year graduation rate. BU is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville right near the Bardstown Road corridor. Undergraduates 2,240 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,819
97	Appalachian Bible College	215	98.57	1,030 – 1,210	18749	52139	#97 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Appalachian Bible College Mount Hope, WV Found in Mount Hope, Appalachian Bible College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Appalachian Bible College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 215 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,139
98	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	7890	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#98 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Undergraduates 7,890 Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
99	Salem College	464	78.9	980 – 1,180	19000	38496	#99 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Salem College Winston-Salem, NC Found in Winston-Salem, Salem College accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and 66% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 464 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,000 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,496
100	Winthrop University	3969	79.25	1,020 – 1,240	16838	39048	#100 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $300 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 3,969 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
101	University of Lynchburg	1595	43.01	1,000 – 1,250	22921	44261	#101 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, the University of Lynchburg accepts 43% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Lynchburg will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,595 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,921 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,261
102	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	14416	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#102 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Undergraduates 14,416 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
103	Presbyterian College	853	68.37	990 – 1,220	20058	44387	#103 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Presbyterian College Clinton, SC Located in Clinton, Presbyterian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Presbyterian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 853 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,387
104	Randolph College	694	93.71	1,050 – 1,230	20856	39122	#104 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Randolph College Lynchburg, VA Randolph College was an all women’s school for over 100 years, only becoming coeducational in 2007. It has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% receive institutional grants, with each package averaging $15,460. Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General is the most popular major. Undergraduates 694 Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,122
105	Bridgewater College	1407	91.72	1,020 – 1,360	19660	45620	#105 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bridgewater College Bridgewater, VA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of students at Bridgewater College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,620
106	Mississippi College	2724	49.28	1,010 – 1,210	21135	42011	#106 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mississippi College Clinton, MS Located in Clinton, Mississippi College accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Mississippi College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,724 Acceptance Rate 49.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,011
107	Marymount University	2216	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#107 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 2,216 Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $28,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
108	Christian Brothers University	1155	86.7	1,020 – 1,200	17068	48592	#108 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Located in Memphis, Christian Brothers University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,155 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,592
109	Ringling College of Art and Design	1689	69.65	--	60362	39650	#109 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, FL Based in Sarasota, Ringling College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 98% of students attending Ringling College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,689 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $60,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,650
110	Johnson University	708	53.77	1,010 – 1,180	20713	35649	#110 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Johnson University Knoxville, TN Found in Knoxville, Johnson University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 89% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 708 Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,713 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,649
111	Tennessee Technological University	8838	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#111 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,838 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
112	Louisiana Tech University	11071	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#112 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Undergraduates 11,071 Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $12,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
113	Lee University	3271	70.52	1,040 – 1,270	20222	38082	#113 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lee University Cleveland, TN Found in Cleveland, Lee University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 89% of students at Lee University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,271 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $20,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,082
114	Bob Jones University	2477	87.29	1,030 – 1,270	19773	40892	#114 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bob Jones University Greenville, SC “Petimus Credimus” is the Latin motto of Bob Jones University, which means “We Seek, We Trust.” The school offers up to the doctor’s degree, though most of the students study at the undergraduate level. Many undergraduates will study Business Administration and Management, Accounting, and Registered Nursing....Read more Undergraduates 2,477 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,892
115	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	7886	64.81	1,170 – 1,380	41550	65391	#115 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Located in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more Undergraduates 7,886 Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
116	Florida Atlantic University	24942	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#116 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 24,942 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
117	Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando	102	92.52	--	18033	37753	#117 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 50%......Read more Undergraduates 102 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,753
118	Nova Southeastern University	7307	73.24	1,030 – 1,310	32756	58153	#118 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Based in Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,307 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $32,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
119	Ave Maria University	1250	44.81	1,080 – 1,310	23515	43572	#119 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL Ave Maria University is a private Catholic university located in southwest Florida. Found in 2003 by Tom Monaghan, AMU is the first new Catholic university since 1963. The school has a 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 72% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,250 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,515 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
120	Millsaps College	547	43.12	1,080 – 1,300	26739	46137	#120 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Millsaps College Jackson, MS Millsaps College was founded in 1890 and has produced well-known actors, poets, professors, politicians, and athletes. “The Bowl” is the home of Homecoming activities, concerts, and events on campus. The college’s motto is “In pursuit of excellence” (Ad Excellentiam) and it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Undergraduates 547 Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
121	University of West Florida	9661	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#121 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,661 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
122	Radford University	6161	89.53	960 – 1,180	18282	44830	#122 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $4,160 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 6,161 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
123	Western Kentucky University	14151	93.87	970 – 1,210	12054	38156	#123 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78%......Read more Undergraduates 14,151 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
124	Centenary College of Louisiana	693	55.74	1,050 – 1,210	25427	42821	#124 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life....Read more Undergraduates 693 Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
125	Florida Gulf Coast University	14243	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#125 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 14,243 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
126	Nossi College of Art and Design	278	43.27	--	23745	28099	#126 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Nossi College of Art and Design Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Nossi College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 43% and charges $150 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $591 on average. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 278 Acceptance Rate 43.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,099
127	Palm Beach Atlantic University	3094	88.32	990 – 1,220	31103	42366	#127 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Based in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Atlantic University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,094 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $31,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,366
128	Wesleyan College	595	62.07	1,060 – 1,210	15621	35630	#128 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Wesleyan College Macon, GA Found in Macon, Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 62% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Wesleyan College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 595 Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,630
129	Liberty University	52823	99.32	1,040 – 1,340	29692	39707	#129 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Liberty University Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, Liberty University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Liberty University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $9,570 each. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Undergraduates 52,823 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,707
130	Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary	957	58.71	1,000 – 1,210	11395	63721	#130 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Wake Forest, NC Based in Wake Forest, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary will receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 957 Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
131	Middle Tennessee State University	17668	68	1,010 – 1,240	12700	39941	#131 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more Undergraduates 17,668 Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
132	Coastal Carolina University	10811	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14453	38070	#132 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Undergraduates 10,811 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
133	Murray State University	8281	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#133 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 8,281 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
134	Union College	2065	43.74	1,320 – 1,480	19223	36529	#134 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Union College Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union College’s acceptance rate is 44%. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Union College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union College, there is a 90% first year retention rate and 28% of students will earn their degree in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 2,065 Acceptance Rate 43.7% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
135	Old Dominion University	17746	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16150	46732	#135 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 17,746 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
136	University of Memphis	15770	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#136 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 15,770 Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
137	Arkansas State University	9985	79.59	970 – 1,180	13002	38944	#137 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 80% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more Undergraduates 9,985 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
138	Wingate University	2673	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#138 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,673 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
139	University of Montevallo	2545	55.79	1,010 – 1,240	17280	35406	#139 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 56% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,545 Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
140	Southern Wesleyan University	887	100	1,020 – 1,160	20336	41489	#140 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern Wesleyan University Central, SC Found in Central, Southern Wesleyan University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Southern Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and 45% of students will graduate in four......Read more Undergraduates 887 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,489
141	The University of Tennessee-Martin	6817	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#141 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,817 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
142	Eastern Kentucky University	12726	96.95	930 – 1,180	10852	38611	#142 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 86% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Undergraduates 12,726 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
143	Maryville College	1136	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	20990	39305	#143 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 61% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Undergraduates 1,136 Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
144	Blue Mountain Christian University	942	100	980 – 1,240	16525	35401	#144 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Undergraduates 942 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
145	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	9982	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#145 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,982 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
146	Hampton University	3728	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#146 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Undergraduates 3,728 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
147	Campbell University	2699	87.2	1,020 – 1,220	24517	45511	#147 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Based in Buies Creek, Campbell University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,699 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,511
148	University of North Alabama	8078	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	10441	38295	#148 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,078 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
149	Jacksonville University	2946	56.96	1,110 – 1,280	25745	61991	#149 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Jacksonville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 2,946 Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,991
150	North Greenville University	2020	66.67	1,060 – 1,270	20264	38173	#150 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US North Greenville University Tigerville, SC Based in Tigerville, North Greenville University accepts 67% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Greenville University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,020 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $20,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,173
151	Morehouse College	2847	43.96	970 – 1,210	34733	38267	#151 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Morehouse College Atlanta, GA A men’s HBCU, alumni of Morehouse College include Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson. It’s highly selective and about 27% of accepted students enroll....Read more Undergraduates 2,847 Acceptance Rate 44.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $34,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,267
152	Beacon College	531	16.77	--	47664	19919	#152 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Beacon College Leesburg, FL Based in Leesburg, Beacon College accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Beacon College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $17,957 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 531 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,919
153	Spring Hill College	790	74.66	1,020 – 1,190	20271	41358	#153 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Spring Hill College Mobile, AL Found in Mobile, Spring Hill College’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Spring Hill College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 790 Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,358
154	Tennessee Wesleyan University	857	59.41	970 – 1,180	16414	45987	#154 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Undergraduates 857 Acceptance Rate 59.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
155	East Tennessee State University	10633	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#155 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 10,633 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
156	Georgetown College	1111	91.06	970 – 1,150	14878	40393	#156 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgetown College Georgetown, KY Georgetown College dates back to 1829. During the last admissions cycle, it accepted 1,230 applicants, 26% of which enrolled. 100% of students receive grant aid, $41,435 each on average. Student athletes could also receive athletic scholarships. 551 Tigers compete in Football, Baseball, and Soccer, among other sports. Undergraduates 1,111 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,393
157	Georgia State University	27438	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#157 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 10% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 34%......Read more Undergraduates 27,438 Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
158	University of Central Arkansas	8268	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16362	36670	#158 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,268 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
159	Lincoln Memorial University	1668	62.6	980 – 1,190	19401	45242	#159 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN Based in Harrogate, Lincoln Memorial University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 69% of students continued studying at Lincoln Memorial University......Read more Undergraduates 1,668 Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
160	Midway University	1743	95.14	1,050 – 1,210	24739	40738	#160 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Midway University Midway, KY Found in Midway, Midway University accepts 95% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Midway University currently receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued their studies at Midway University after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 1,743 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,738
161	Northern Kentucky University	10163	83.07	970 – 1,210	8151	42105	#161 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,163 Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
162	University of Southern Mississippi	10193	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#162 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 10,193 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
163	Belhaven University	1453	53.25	980 – 1,150	22145	38987	#163 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,453 Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
164	Marshall University	9165	95.72	960 – 1,170	9734	39561	#164 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,165 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $9,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
165	Southern Adventist University	2827	66.61	980 – 1,280	25374	44818	#165 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern Adventist University Collegedale, TN Located in Collegedale, Southern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Southern Adventist University currently receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students decide to stay at Southern Adventist......Read more Undergraduates 2,827 Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,818
166	West Liberty University	1944	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#166 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,944 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
167	Shepherd University	2906	95.65	960 – 1,190	12651	43726	#167 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 96% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four......Read more Undergraduates 2,906 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
168	West Virginia Wesleyan College	938	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#168 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Undergraduates 938 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
169	University of Louisiana at Monroe	6550	74.56	1,050 – 1,230	11160	40430	#169 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 6,550 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
170	Lynn University	2861	73.47	1,050 – 1,210	39582	41427	#170 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lynn University Boca Raton, FL Located in Boca Raton, Lynn University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Lynn University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,861 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $39,582 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,427
171	Delta State University	1876	100	930 – 1,150	13457	36265	#171 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Delta State University Cleveland, MS Based in Cleveland, Delta State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Delta State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,876 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,265
172	Xavier University of Louisiana	2688	69.04	990 – 1,160	17874	40643	#172 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Undergraduates 2,688 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
173	William Carey University	3113	57.97	1,080 – 1,310	17192	37639	#173 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 58% of applicants and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 3,113 Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
174	North Carolina A & T State University	12216	46.17	940 – 1,100	10258	36638	#174 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, or A&T for short, is the largest HBCU in the country. The campus is often called “Aggieland.” In 1960, four Aggies helped kick off the Civil Rights movement when they conducted a “sit-in” at a Woolworth’s....Read more Undergraduates 12,216 Acceptance Rate 46.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
175	University of South Alabama	9241	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	13613	41307	#175 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,241 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
176	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	13179	88.83	1,010 – 1,210	13443	42668	#176 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,179 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
177	Dillard University	1117	40.51	1,010 – 1,150	18551	28507	#177 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Dillard University New Orleans, LA A highly selective school, Dillard University has an 8% yield. While Dillard opened in 1930, it has roots dating back to 1868. The school motto is “Ex Fide, Fortis,” which means “Strong Through Faith.” It’s affiliated with both the United Methodist Church and United Church of Christ. Undergraduates 1,117 Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,507
178	Lenoir-Rhyne University	1477	80.68	970 – 1,180	24042	44799	#178 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lenoir-Rhyne University Hickory, NC Located in Hickory, Lenoir-Rhyne University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Lenoir-Rhyne University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,477 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,799
179	Kennesaw State University	42840	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#179 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 8% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 42,840 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
180	North Carolina Central University	6595	86.97	810 – 1,130	13884	35967	#180 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US North Carolina Central University Durham, NC North Carolina Central University is non selective, accepting 87% of applicants. 90% receive grant aid, $12,449 on average. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, student athletes could receive athletic scholarships. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Tennis. Undergraduates 6,595 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,967
181	Piedmont University	1159	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#181 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Undergraduates 1,159 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
182	Georgia Southern University	23618	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#182 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 27% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 23,618 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
183	Virginia Wesleyan University	1749	72.87	1,190 – 1,370	21862	39200	#183 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach, VA Found in Virginia Beach, Virginia Wesleyan University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Virginia Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 1,749 Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,200
184	Bryan College-Dayton	1398	97.17	980 – 1,190	17105	45559	#184 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bryan College-Dayton Dayton, TN Found in Dayton, Bryan College-Dayton accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,398 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,559
185	University of the Ozarks	782	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#185 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 782 Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
186	University of South Carolina-Upstate	4478	81.32	960 – 1,170	13794	43339	#186 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 69% of......Read more Undergraduates 4,478 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
187	Alcorn State University	2532	45.33	840 – 1,010	13155	27752	#187 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS Alcorn State University is highly selective, accepting 3,000 out of 6,530 applicants. 19% of accepted students enrolled. Established in 1871, this HBCU was built on the site of the old Oakland College, a school that never truly reopened after the Civil War. Women were admitted starting in 1895. Undergraduates 2,532 Acceptance Rate 45.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,752
188	Regent University	5049	52.27	1,000 – 1,250	18314	42066	#188 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Regent University Virginia Beach, VA Located in Virginia Beach, Regent University’s acceptance rate is 52%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Regent University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and 52% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 5,049 Acceptance Rate 52.3% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,066
189	Newberry College	1462	74.8	910 – 1,100	20941	38983	#189 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Newberry College Newberry, SC Based in Newberry, Newberry College accepts 75% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Newberry College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,462 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $20,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,983
190	Converse University	852	64.24	1,040 – 1,240	19438	33110	#190 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Converse University Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, Converse University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Converse University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 852 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,110
191	William Peace University	722	94.25	1,100 – 1,240	24503	39738	#191 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US William Peace University Raleigh, NC Found in Raleigh, William Peace University accepts 94% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 722 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,738
192	Brenau University	1273	87.78	1,040 – 1,170	20860	41664	#192 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 1,273 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
193	Bethel University	2719	97.17	1,040 – 1,310	20606	38990	#193 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and 26% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 2,719 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
194	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	7595	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#194 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,595 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
195	University of Virginia's College at Wise	1911	93.92	950 – 1,180	10409	39725	#195 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 93% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,911 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
196	Arkansas Tech University	8145	95.89	930 – 1,140	11443	37638	#196 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Undergraduates 8,145 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
197	Welch College	358	57.91	930 – 1,210	19214	34190	#197 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Welch College Gallatin, TN Based in Gallatin, Welch College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students attending Welch College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 358 Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,190
198	Davis & Elkins College	683	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#198 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Undergraduates 683 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
199	Barton College	1149	94.2	950 – 1,150	23804	40785	#199 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Barton College Wilson, NC Found in Wilson, Barton College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Undergraduates 1,149 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
200	Fisk University	950	57.91	990 – 1,260	19836	33604	#200 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Fisk University Nashville, TN Fisk University’s 40-acre campus is on the National Register of Historic Places. Opening in 1866, it focused on providing education to freed slaves. The school is fairly selective, and many students choose to major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Undergraduates 950 Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $19,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,604
201	Lander University	3669	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#201 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,669 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
202	Brescia University	545	35.24	970 – 1,210	15087	39897	#202 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction. A very small school, Brescia accepts around 35% of applicants and students have a cozy student-to-faculty ratio – 8 to 1. Undergraduates 545 Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
203	Warren Wilson College	742	77.71	1,210 – 1,370	27913	27723	#203 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Warren Wilson College Swannanoa, NC Located in Swannanoa, Warren Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Warren Wilson College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 742 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $27,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,723
204	Guilford College	1160	83.76	900 – 1,150	22620	40401	#204 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,160 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
205	Morehead State University	8258	77.21	1,020 – 1,220	10017	37131	#205 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65%......Read more Undergraduates 8,258 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
206	Trevecca Nazarene University	1903	69.44	980 – 1,190	16222	46065	#206 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Based in Nashville, Trevecca Nazarene University accepts 69% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,903 Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,065
207	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	5437	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#207 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Undergraduates 5,437 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
208	Nicholls State University	5612	96.02	940 – 1,130	11029	38829	#208 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 54% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,612 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
209	Mary Baldwin University	1217	94.7	980 – 1,220	18838	39075	#209 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mary Baldwin University Staunton, VA Found in Staunton, Mary Baldwin 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. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,217 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,075
210	University of West Georgia	9157	51.61	950 – 1,130	14962	41000	#210 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 52% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 15% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 9,157 Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
211	Tuskegee University	2400	31.43	940 – 1,120	35126	38332	#211 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL Tuskegee University, a historically black college or university, is the only HBCU to have a fully accredited College of Veterinary Medicine, and the school's most popular major is Animal Sciences, General. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid—$3,321 on average....Read more Undergraduates 2,400 Acceptance Rate 31.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $35,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,332
212	Florida National University-Main Campus	2455	99.81	--	23629	29347	#212 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Located in Hialeah, Florida National University-Main Campus accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,455 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
213	Lees-McRae College	873	76.85	1,040 – 1,240	26009	41599	#213 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lees-McRae College Banner Elk, NC Located in Banner Elk, Lees-McRae College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 873 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,599
214	Emory & Henry University	1107	96.33	970 – 1,170	21714	39448	#214 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Emory & Henry University Emory, VA Found in Emory, Emory & Henry University accepts 96% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,107 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,448
215	Charleston Southern University	2914	76.09	1,000 – 1,140	21347	40606	#215 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Found in Charleston, Charleston Southern University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Charleston Southern University, there is a 66% first......Read more Undergraduates 2,914 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,606
216	Elizabeth City State University	2131	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#216 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Undergraduates 2,131 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
217	Belmont Abbey College	1549	90.38	960 – 1,190	23463	43816	#217 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Belmont Abbey College Belmont, NC Found in Belmont, Belmont Abbey College’s acceptance rate is 90% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Belmont Abbey College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,549 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,816
218	University of Charleston	2087	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#218 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Undergraduates 2,087 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
219	Kentucky Wesleyan College	834	67.05	1,010 – 1,210	20867	35895	#219 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 33% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 834 Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
220	Virginia State University	4829	89.1	850 – 1,020	16184	33630	#220 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Undergraduates 4,829 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
221	Toccoa Falls College	3013	65.89	1,070 – 1,240	20657	33131	#221 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Toccoa Falls College Toccoa Falls, GA Found in Toccoa Falls, Toccoa Falls College accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Toccoa Falls College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,013 Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,131
222	University of the Cumberlands	6091	71.39	1,010 – 1,210	11555	39046	#222 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Based in Williamsburg, the University of the Cumberlands’s acceptance rate is 71%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 69% of students at the University of the Cumberlands will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,091 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,046
223	University of South Carolina Aiken	3289	78.57	1,000 – 1,230	11697	39689	#223 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,289 Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,697 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
224	Oakwood University	1279	50.7	930 – 1,110	22833	30969	#224 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Oakwood University Huntsville, AL Sitting on 1,185 acres in Huntsville, Oakwood University is a historically black, Seventh-day Adventist institution. The school, whose motto is "God First," has an 89% first year retention rate. andGeneral Studies are the most popular majors. Undergraduates 1,279 Acceptance Rate 50.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,969
225	LaGrange College	582	58.05	1,000 – 1,150	24564	46599	#225 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US LaGrange College Lagrange, GA Found in Lagrange, LaGrange College accepts 58% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending LaGrange College will receive institutional grant aid. At LaGrange College, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 39% of students will earn their degree......Read more Undergraduates 582 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $24,564 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,599
226	AdventHealth University	1407	22.51	1,030 – 1,150	30340	63230	#226 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US AdventHealth University Orlando, FL Based in Orlando, AdventHealth University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At AdventHealth University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Acceptance Rate 22.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $30,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,230
227	Fayetteville State University	5845	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#227 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Undergraduates 5,845 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
228	Francis Marion University	3635	86.39	880 – 1,150	11231	36304	#228 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 18% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 3,635 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
229	Jacksonville State University	8663	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#229 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 8,663 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
230	Central Baptist College	550	46.36	990 – 1,190	16672	37681	#230 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 61% first......Read more Undergraduates 550 Acceptance Rate 46.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
231	King University	966	99.72	930 – 1,140	23282	52248	#231 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 966 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248
232	Columbia College	1268	96.14	830 – 1,070	23920	45863	#232 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Columbia College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students at Columbia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Columbia College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 46% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,268 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $23,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,863
233	University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff	1905	57.54	880 – 1,050	11649	31161	#233 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff, AR The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public HBCU that has eight academic divisions, though Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular area of study. It’s a fairly selective school, and has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include professional athletes, jazz musicians, and politicians. Undergraduates 1,905 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $11,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,161
234	Wheeling University	588	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#234 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Undergraduates 588 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
235	Kentucky Christian University	503	62.38	950 – 1,090	22209	39921	#235 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Kentucky Christian University Grayson, KY Based in Grayson, Kentucky Christian University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 503 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,921
236	Carolina University	424	34	850 – 1,140	19111	30657	#236 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Carolina University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Carolina University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Carolina University currently receive grant aid from the school. 58% of students decide to stay at Carolina University after......Read more Undergraduates 424 Acceptance Rate 34.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,657
237	Concord University	1609	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#237 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,609 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
238	Huntingdon College	880	67.93	1,010 – 1,200	22642	42147	#238 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 68% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 880 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
239	Simmons College of Kentucky	389	98.19	760 – 850	19083	22732	#239 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Simmons College of Kentucky Louisville, KY Located in Louisville, Simmons College of Kentucky accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 29% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 389 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 760 – 850 Avg. Net Price $19,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,732
240	Valdosta State University	7206	72.14	920 – 1,110	11532	39416	#240 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Undergraduates 7,206 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
241	Lyon College	584	65.54	1,080 – 1,240	22675	37629	#241 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lyon College Batesville, AR Found in Batesville, Lyon College accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Lyon College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lyon College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and a 37% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 584 Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,629
242	Averett University	1180	47.8	870 – 1,150	24091	46273	#242 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Averett University Danville, VA Found in Danville, Averett University accepts 48% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 62% and 36% of students will graduate in four years. Business Administration and......Read more Undergraduates 1,180 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $24,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,273
243	Columbus State University	6033	99.18	900 – 1,140	11384	39190	#243 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Undergraduates 6,033 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
244	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	3102	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#244 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Undergraduates 3,102 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
245	Mars Hill University	1062	68.22	1,000 – 1,200	19842	35680	#245 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mars Hill University Mars Hill, NC Found in Mars Hill, Mars Hill University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Mars Hill University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,062 Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,680
246	Bethany College	645	60.49	930 – 1,110	16844	37124	#246 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $28,014 on average. 63% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 645 Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
247	St. Thomas University	3967	99.4	890 – 1,110	27029	44435	#247 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, St- Thomas University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At St- Thomas University, there is a 72%......Read more Undergraduates 3,967 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,435
248	Young Harris College	1403	64.02	970 – 1,140	20509	36389	#248 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Young Harris College Young Harris, GA Located in Young Harris, Young Harris College accepts 64% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 1,403 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,389
249	Barry University	3232	77.21	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#249 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more Undergraduates 3,232 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $23,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
250	Southeastern Louisiana University	13206	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#250 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 94% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,206 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
251	Methodist University	1436	75.2	1,100 – 1,250	25786	40540	#251 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 62% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 1,436 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
252	Auburn University at Montgomery	3326	91.57	980 – 1,190	15458	38216	#252 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 3,326 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
253	Glenville State University	1583	99.24	870 – 1,090	16745	34917	#253 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Glenville State University Glenville, WV Found in Glenville, Glenville State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Glenville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Undergraduates 1,583 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,917
254	Southeastern University	10351	61.65	1,030 – 1,230	27935	36314	#254 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 65% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,351 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $27,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
255	Saint Leo University	7603	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#255 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Undergraduates 7,603 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
256	Fort Valley State University	2558	62.8	870 – 1,010	11457	28649	#256 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, GA Found in Fort Valley, Fort Valley State University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 21% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 2,558 Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $11,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,649
257	Virginia Union University	1170	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#257 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 1,170 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
258	Cumberland University	2652	67	1,040 – 1,210	17669	52246	#258 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Found in Lebanon, Cumberland University accepts 67% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Cumberland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 41% of students......Read more Undergraduates 2,652 Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,246
259	Claflin University	1754	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#259 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Undergraduates 1,754 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
260	University of West Alabama	2673	87.11	860 – 1,080	14781	37106	#260 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 64% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 2,673 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
261	Ferrum College	747	100	930 – 1,140	22521	36418	#261 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 747 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
262	The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary	1004	96.89	1,000 – 1,180	19873	63721	#262 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Louisville, KY Located in Louisville, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 40% of students attending The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,004 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
263	Clark Atlanta University	3495	64.63	880 – 1,120	29736	28097	#263 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Undergraduates 3,495 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
264	Johnson C Smith University	1252	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#264 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 1,252 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
265	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	5463	81.47	1,010 – 1,180	10387	35925	#265 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,463 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
266	North Carolina Wesleyan University	1215	77.95	860 – 1,100	19111	38939	#266 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 78% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,215 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939
267	Lindsey Wilson College	1738	0	930 – 1,140	14422	34861	#267 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Undergraduates 1,738 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
268	Fairmont State University	3060	99.24	910 – 1,100	10993	41197	#268 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 77% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 3,060 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,993 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
269	Greensboro College	899	70.14	900 – 1,110	19783	36462	#269 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 899 Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
270	Truett McConnell University	2612	90.68	990 – 1,180	22373	39193	#270 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Truett McConnell University Cleveland, GA Found in Cleveland, Truett McConnell University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,612 Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,193
271	Pfeiffer University	654	91.26	800 – 1,080	21402	44621	#271 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 654 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
272	Gardner-Webb University	1840	87.02	980 – 1,190	24035	43996	#272 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs, NC Located in Boiling Springs, Gardner-Webb University accepts 87% of applicants and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Gardner-Webb University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Gardner-Webb University, there is a 66% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Undergraduates 1,840 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,996
273	Albany State University	6018	97.14	790 – 940	13775	35579	#273 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 97% of applicants. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 12% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,018 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
274	Shorter University	1322	96.93	970 – 1,210	16692	41860	#274 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Shorter University Rome, GA Found in Rome, Shorter University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Shorter University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,322 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,860
275	Kentucky State University	1546	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#275 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,546 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
276	Thomas More University	1823	97.03	1,040 – 1,190	21314	47148	#276 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Thomas More University Crestview Hills, KY Located in Crestview Hills, Thomas More University accepts 97% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Thomas More University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,823 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,148
277	University of Pikeville	1353	88.08	930 – 1,180	13819	34508	#277 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Pikeville Pikeville, KY Based in Pikeville, the University of Pikeville accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,353 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,508
278	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	5789	57.74	1,010 – 1,220	11225	40040	#278 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,789 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
279	Emmanuel University	861	53.36	970 – 1,170	19006	37595	#279 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Emmanuel University Franklin Springs, GA Based in Franklin Springs, Emmanuel University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Emmanuel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Emmanuel University, there is a 64% first......Read more Undergraduates 861 Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,595
280	Coker University	1187	97.23	930 – 1,080	18910	36650	#280 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Coker University Hartsville, SC Coker University was originally a high school when it opened in 1894. It was converted to the Coker College for Women in 1908 and became a university in 2019. Competing in the NCAA Division II without football South Atlantic Conference, the Cobras wear navy blue, light blue, and gold....Read more Undergraduates 1,187 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,650
281	University of New Orleans	5476	66.77	1,040 – 1,210	11190	38410	#281 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Undergraduates 5,476 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
282	Georgia Southwestern State University	2760	77.16	970 – 1,140	11779	42047	#282 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA Based in Americus, Georgia Southwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. Business Administration and......Read more Undergraduates 2,760 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,047
283	Clayton State University	5301	70.56	890 – 1,070	9397	41633	#283 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 10% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,301 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
284	Elon University	6452	66.35	1,150 – 1,340	41849	58082	#284 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Elon University Elon, NC Undergraduates 6,452 Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $41,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,082
285	Bluefield University	694	62.72	900 – 1,090	22191	41923	#285 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bluefield University Bluefield, VA Found in Bluefield, Bluefield University’s acceptance rate is 63% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 59%....Read more Undergraduates 694 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,923
286	West Virginia University Institute of Technology	1448	61	1,000 – 1,210	11015	45181	#286 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Based in Beckley, West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more Undergraduates 1,448 Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
287	Trinity College of Florida	189	96.3	790 – 1,170	20828	29914	#287 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Trinity College of Florida Trinity, FL Found in Trinity, Trinity College of Florida accepts 96% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 85% of students attending Trinity College of Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 189 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 790 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,914
288	Brevard College	764	39.46	940 – 1,130	26938	34401	#288 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 39% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 764 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $26,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
289	University of South Carolina Beaufort	2067	69.18	940 – 1,110	15781	39214	#289 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton, SC Located in Bluffton, the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 50% of students attending the University of South Carolina Beaufort currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 2,067 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,214
290	Mid-Atlantic Christian University	177	76.21	890 – 1,010	26793	29887	#290 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mid-Atlantic Christian University Elizabeth City, NC Found in Elizabeth City, Mid-Atlantic Christian University accepts 76% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students at Mid-Atlantic Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 177 Acceptance Rate 76.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $26,793 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,887
291	Erskine College	854	60.56	950 – 1,170	21982	39618	#291 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Erskine College Due West, SC Found in Due West, Erskine College accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Erskine College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 854 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,618
292	Alabama State University	3322	95.64	850 – 1,040	13504	27453	#292 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Alabama State University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Alabama State University accepts 96% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Alabama State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 3,322 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,453
293	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	2548	82.72	1,010 – 1,180	7554	38467	#293 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 83% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,548 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
294	Mississippi Valley State University	2005	51.16	760 – 970	12304	25817	#294 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 51% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 62% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 2,005 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
295	Philander Smith University	848	100	800 – 1,010	14986	25254	#295 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Philander Smith University Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Philander Smith University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 60% of students attending Philander Smith University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Undergraduates 848 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,254
296	Norfolk State University	5510	87.46	870 – 1,030	12272	33412	#296 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Based in Norfolk, Norfolk State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 70% of students decide to stay at Norfolk State University after completing......Read more Undergraduates 5,510 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $12,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,412
297	Henderson State University	1493	81.92	970 – 1,180	16929	35194	#297 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,493 Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
298	Montreat College	759	65.55	970 – 1,140	26294	39763	#298 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 759 Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
299	Chowan University	638	72.37	880 – 1,090	15845	30096	#299 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Chowan University Murfreesboro, NC Located in Murfreesboro, Chowan University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Chowan University currently receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students decide to stay at Chowan University after completing their first......Read more Undergraduates 638 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,845 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,096
300	Bluefield State University	1249	87.22	900 – 1,100	14500	35030	#300 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,249 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
301	Jackson State University	4650	48.23	850 – 1,050	19892	30530	#301 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Jackson State University Jackson, MS Found in Jackson, Jackson State University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 71% of students at Jackson State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 24% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 4,650 Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,530
302	University of Mount Olive	1937	77.75	850 – 1,040	17893	43026	#302 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Mount Olive Mount Olive, NC Found in Mount Olive, the University of Mount Olive accepts 78% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,937 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $17,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,026
303	Full Sail University	25195	0	--	30879	31917	#303 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Full Sail University Winter Park, FL Undergraduates 25,195 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,917
304	Louisiana Christian University	803	83.79	940 – 1,190	15470	40615	#304 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Louisiana Christian University Pineville, LA Located in Pineville, Louisiana Christian University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Louisiana Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 803 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,615
305	Alice Lloyd College	553	85.57	970 – 1,140	18066	35174	#305 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 553 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
306	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College	3768	77.16	890 – 1,100	6923	35495	#306 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Based in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,768 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,495
307	University of Mississippi	21585	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#307 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 21,585 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
308	Reinhardt University	1082	60.17	970 – 1,170	27507	40411	#308 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 20% of students will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 1,082 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
309	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	5330	92.63	970 – 1,140	8081	37284	#309 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 5,330 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
310	Warner University	798	47.79	830 – 1,120	21471	39589	#310 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 798 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
311	Southern University and A & M College	6571	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#311 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,571 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
312	Tusculum University	1022	60.42	930 – 1,140	22961	39925	#312 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tusculum University Greeneville, TN Found in Greeneville, Tusculum University’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,022 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,925
313	Point University	2617	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#313 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point University 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 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,617 Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
314	Clear Creek Baptist Bible College	136	54.34	--	13182	49979	#314 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Clear Creek Baptist Bible College Pineville, KY Based in Pineville, Clear Creek Baptist Bible College accepts 54% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Clear Creek Baptist Bible College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 136 Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,979
315	Middle Georgia State University	7485	99.77	940 – 1,150	13326	39624	#315 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Middle Georgia State University Macon, GA Located in Macon, Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 7% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 7,485 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
316	Salem University	695	47.33	900 – 1,130	11626	31612	#316 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 49% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more Undergraduates 695 Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
317	Southern Virginia University	967	99.73	900 – 1,250	25440	36988	#317 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern Virginia University Buena Vista, VA Located in Buena Vista, Southern Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Southern Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 48% and around 28% of students will graduate in four......Read more Undergraduates 967 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,988
318	Benedict College	1694	67.3	840 – 1,030	18146	24908	#318 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Benedict College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Benedict College’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,694 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $18,146 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,908
319	Life University	902	93.03	930 – 1,110	30403	37368	#319 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Life University Marietta, GA Based in Marietta, Life University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 69% of students attending Life University will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 61% and its four year graduation rate is 24%. The......Read more Undergraduates 902 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $30,403 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,368
320	West Virginia University	18614	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#320 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 18,614 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
321	Alabama A & M University	5845	66.22	840 – 1,040	14064	27851	#321 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Undergraduates 5,845 Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
322	Austin Peay State University	8926	96.38	--	14679	38779	#322 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,926 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
323	Edward Waters University	1113	84.81	820 – 990	13763	29809	#323 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Edward Waters University Jacksonville, FL Located in Jacksonville, Edward Waters University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 84% of students at Edward Waters University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Edward Waters......Read more Undergraduates 1,113 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 820 – 990 Avg. Net Price $13,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,809
324	South Carolina State University	2950	82.62	710 – 1,010	17928	30064	#324 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Found in Orangeburg, South Carolina State University accepts 83% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 65% of students attending South Carolina State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,950 Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 710 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,064
325	Ecclesia College	138	47.5	970 – 1,210	24610	32147	#325 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Ecclesia College Springdale, AR Located in Springdale, Ecclesia College’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ecclesia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 54% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 138 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,147
326	Baptist Health Sciences University	733	67.76	1,010 – 1,210	15395	59224	#326 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Baptist Health Sciences University Memphis, TN Undergraduates 733 Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,224
327	Catawba College	1263	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#327 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Catawba College Salisbury, NC Undergraduates 1,263 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
328	Everglades University	2789	81.45	--	26561	38557	#328 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Everglades University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Everglades University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 72% of students at Everglades University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,789 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,557
329	Talladega College	782	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#329 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 782 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
330	Tennessee State University	5057	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#330 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Undergraduates 5,057 Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
331	College of Coastal Georgia	3468	98.13	850 – 1,120	12670	35382	#331 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US College of Coastal Georgia Brunswick, GA Found in Brunswick, the College of Coastal Georgia accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students attending the College of Coastal Georgia will receive grant aid from the school. At the College of Coastal Georgia,......Read more Undergraduates 3,468 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,382
332	St. Andrews University	806	30.48	890 – 1,080	31503	37691	#332 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US St. Andrews University Laurinburg, NC Located in Laurinburg, St- Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 30%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of students attending St- Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $15,378 each. The first year retention rate is 42%....Read more Undergraduates 806 Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $31,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
333	Columbia International University	721	94.61	950 – 1,210	21320	33929	#333 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Columbia International University Columbia, SC Undergraduates 721 Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
334	Oglethorpe University	1361	88.6	1,100 – 1,340	22251	42691	#334 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA Undergraduates 1,361 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,251 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,691
335	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	18452	96.97	850 – 1,010	33865	37447	#335 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 18,452 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
336	Carson-Newman University	1606	90.45	1,010 – 1,210	19755	39324	#336 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Carson-Newman University Jefferson City, TN Undergraduates 1,606 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
337	Sweet Briar College	464	71.74	1,020 – 1,360	25598	35533	#337 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Sweet Briar College Sweet Briar, VA Undergraduates 464 Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,533
338	Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University	862	82.94	970 – 1,140	15239	55851	#338 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University accepts 83% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, there is a 75% first......Read more Undergraduates 862 Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,851
339	Savannah State University	2857	83.68	890 – 1,010	8506	27494	#339 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Savannah State University Savannah, GA Based in Savannah, Savannah State University’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 26% of students attending Savannah State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 11% of students......Read more Undergraduates 2,857 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $8,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,494
340	Georgia Gwinnett College	11918	95.57	850 – 1,040	11037	36756	#340 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Georgia Gwinnett College Lawrenceville, GA Based in Lawrenceville, Georgia Gwinnett College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Georgia Gwinnett College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 11,918 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,756
341	Livingstone College	799	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#341 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Undergraduates 799 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
342	Baptist University of Florida	521	64.1	930 – 1,170	8904	31489	#342 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL Located in Graceville, Baptist University of Florida accepts 64% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 75% of students at Baptist University of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 20%....Read more Undergraduates 521 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,489
343	South College	6406	54.39	--	16584	37570	#343 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South College Knoxville, TN Based in Knoxville, South College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 58% of students attending South College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 6,406 Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,570
344	Paine College	344	86.2	820 – 1,000	17048	25240	#344 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Paine College Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Paine College accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 29% of students at Paine College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 344 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $17,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,240
345	Faulkner University	1793	66.13	950 – 1,130	19908	37313	#345 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Faulkner University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Faulkner University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Faulkner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,793 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,313
346	Flagler College	2409	80.76	710 – 860	31085	41963	#346 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Flagler College Saint Augustine, FL Undergraduates 2,409 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 710 – 860 Avg. Net Price $31,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,963
347	Troy University	10222	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#347 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 10,222 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
348	University of North Georgia	18329	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#348 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Undergraduates 18,329 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
349	Spalding University	734	98.64	960 – 1,140	25539	42870	#349 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Spalding University Louisville, KY Undergraduates 734 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,870
350	Rust College	429	34.69	710 – 1,000	8234	25641	#350 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Rust College Holly Springs, MS Based in Holly Springs, Rust College accepted 35% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students at Rust College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 429 Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 710 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $8,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,641
351	Stillman College	779	74.22	890 – 970	12479	29790	#351 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 53% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 779 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,479 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
352	Winston-Salem State University	4192	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#352 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Undergraduates 4,192 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
353	Shaw University	843	30.48	760 – 970	14111	26148	#353 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Shaw University Raleigh, NC Located in Raleigh, Shaw University accepted 30% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending Shaw University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 843 Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,148
354	Bennett College	195	33.61	800 – 1,040	20928	23153	#354 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bennett College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Bennett College accepts 34% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 93% of students at Bennett College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 195 Acceptance Rate 33.6% SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $20,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,153
355	Florida Memorial University	1299	74.31	--	18366	28943	#355 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens, FL Based in Miami Gardens, Florida Memorial University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of students at Florida Memorial University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Florida Memorial University, there is a 70% first year retention rate and around 21% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,299 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,943
356	Le Moyne-Owen College	646	97.17	800 – 930	8362	25992	#356 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Le Moyne-Owen College Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Le Moyne-Owen College’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 48% of students continued studying at Le Moyne-Owen College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 646 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $8,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,992
357	University of Arkansas at Monticello	2328	96.29	850 – 1,110	13575	31332	#357 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR Located in Monticello, the University of Arkansas at Monticello accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, there is a 40%......Read more Undergraduates 2,328 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $13,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,332
358	Miles College	1151	59.17	--	14633	25822	#358 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Miles College Fairfield, AL Located in Fairfield, Miles College accepts 59% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 34% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,151 Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,822
359	Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte	1184	79.89	890 – 1,140	29481	35802	#359 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte, NC Undergraduates 1,184 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $29,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
360	Campbellsville University	6411	72.35	930 – 1,180	18777	34639	#360 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 6,411 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
361	Tougaloo College	725	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#361 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Undergraduates 725 Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
362	Thomas University	882	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#362 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Undergraduates 882 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
363	McNeese State University	5560	67.55	1,040 – 1,180	11393	38713	#363 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Undergraduates 5,560 Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
364	University of Mobile	1688	72.51	1,080 – 1,280	20503	37411	#364 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Mobile Mobile, AL Undergraduates 1,688 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
365	Florida College	657	66.45	930 – 1,200	23885	42430	#365 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Undergraduates 657 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
366	Amridge University	226	88.42	--	0	30377	#366 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Amridge University Montgomery, AL Undergraduates 226 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,377
367	Southern University at New Orleans	1773	60.21	800 – 970	14825	29148	#367 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, Southern University at New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 40% of students at Southern University at New Orleans will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,773 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $14,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,148
368	Hobe Sound Bible College	141	24.03	840 – 1,200	10226	25150	#368 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Hobe Sound Bible College Hobe Sound, FL Undergraduates 141 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $10,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
369	Brewton-Parker Christian University	1049	86.35	850 – 1,040	22488	35732	#369 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Brewton-Parker Christian University Mount Vernon, GA Based in Mount Vernon, Brewton-Parker Christian University accepts 86% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Brewton-Parker Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,049 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $22,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,732
370	The University of Tennessee Southern	946	82.71	1,030 – 1,160	15642	36151	#370 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US The University of Tennessee Southern Pulaski, TN Undergraduates 946 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,151
371	Chamberlain University-Virginia	567	100	--	0	59213	#371 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Chamberlain University-Virginia Vienna, VA Undergraduates 567 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
372	Saint Augustine's University	173	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#372 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Undergraduates 173 Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
373	Clinton College	106	38.05	--	18768	24047	#373 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Clinton College Rock Hill, SC Undergraduates 106 Acceptance Rate 38.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,047
374	Allen University	635	32.12	--	11058	23889	#374 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Allen University Columbia, SC Located in Columbia, Allen University’s acceptance rate is 32%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students attending Allen University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Allen University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and 9% of......Read more Undergraduates 635 Acceptance Rate 32.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,889
375	Bethune-Cookman University	2739	88.24	830 – 990	14705	28282	#375 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 2,739 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
376	Williams Baptist University	491	58.88	960 – 1,170	16658	38067	#376 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Williams Baptist University Walnut Ridge, AR Undergraduates 491 Acceptance Rate 58.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,067
377	Webber International University	879	77.56	890 – 1,040	29716	37691	#377 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Webber International University Babson Park, FL Undergraduates 879 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $29,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
378	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	12808	57.67	1,120 – 1,280	20183	65391	#378 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 12,808 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
379	West Virginia State University	3322	96.37	870 – 1,080	10878	32849	#379 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US West Virginia State University Institute, WV Undergraduates 3,322 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,849
380	Lane College	822	54.39	800 – 930	13384	24623	#380 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Lane College Jackson, TN Undergraduates 822 Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $13,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,623
381	New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary	770	66.77	--	20904	63721	#381 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary New Orleans, LA Undergraduates 770 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
382	Morris College	421	98.28	--	20397	24250	#382 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Morris College Sumter, SC Based in Sumter, Morris College’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $2,315 on average. At Morris College, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 8% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 421 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,250
383	ECPI University	556	82.69	--	20051	41278	#383 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US ECPI University Virginia Beach, VA Undergraduates 556 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,278
384	Voorhees University	460	81.4	730 – 930	15747	24199	#384 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Voorhees University Denmark, SC Undergraduates 460 Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 730 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,199
385	Virginia University of Lynchburg	170	81.73	--	17734	24718	#385 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Virginia University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Based in Lynchburg, Virginia University of Lynchburg accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 170 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,718
386	Grambling State University	4279	23.68	890 – 1,040	19092	25589	#386 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Grambling State University Grambling, LA Undergraduates 4,279 Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
387	Herzing University-Orlando	702	89.93	--	19644	35295	#387 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park, FL Undergraduates 702 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
388	Gordon State College	3129	86.78	850 – 1,050	8255	33163	#388 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Gordon State College Barnesville, GA Undergraduates 3,129 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $8,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,163
389	University of Holy Cross	806	99.01	890 – 1,080	14476	46296	#389 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA Undergraduates 806 Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,296
390	Trinity Baptist College	385	62.5	890 – 1,070	18671	33640	#390 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Trinity Baptist College Jacksonville, FL Undergraduates 385 Acceptance Rate 62.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,671 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,640
391	American InterContinental University-Atlanta	670	95.45	--	15590	27823	#391 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US American InterContinental University-Atlanta Atlanta, GA Undergraduates 670 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
392	Herzing University-New Orleans	361	89.13	--	20824	35295	#392 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Herzing University-New Orleans Metairie, LA Undergraduates 361 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,824 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
393	Columbia Southern University	12213	100	--	14085	55140	#393 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL Undergraduates 12,213 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,140
394	Miller-Motte College-Wilmington	152	75.2	--	22769	26349	#394 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Miller-Motte College-Wilmington Wilmington, NC Undergraduates 152 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,349
395	South University-West Palm Beach	284	39.52	--	20494	34115	#395 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South University-West Palm Beach Royal Palm Beach, FL Undergraduates 284 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
396	Herzing University-Atlanta	499	94.12	--	22886	35295	#396 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Herzing University-Atlanta Atlanta, GA Undergraduates 499 Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
397	South University-Savannah	247	81.76	--	24116	34115	#397 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South University-Savannah Savannah, GA Undergraduates 247 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
398	South University-Montgomery	302	51.94	--	25157	34115	#398 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South University-Montgomery Montgomery, AL Undergraduates 302 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
399	Crowley's Ridge College	225	46.36	--	17266	33362	#399 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Crowley's Ridge College Paragould, AR Undergraduates 225 Acceptance Rate 46.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,362
400	South University-Columbia	445	85.61	--	22112	34115	#400 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US South University-Columbia Columbia, SC Undergraduates 445 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
401	Visible Music College	168	28.68	--	25726	32345	#401 2026 Best Colleges in the Southeast US Visible Music College Memphis, TN Undergraduates 168 Acceptance Rate 28.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,345