2026 College Rankings

Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic

About

The Top 50 Best Colleges in the US is College Raptor’s most prestigious rankings list. Updated annually, these schools are celebrated for their rich histories, stunning campuses, excellent academics, and vibrant student life. The institutions on this list are known for both academic excellence and impressive extracurricular opportunities, making them “dream schools” for students around the world. Use these rankings as a jumping-off point for you to create your own personalized rankings using our college match tool.

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	University of Notre Dame	8880	11.27	1,420 – 1,550	29083	86210	#1 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN Edward Sorin founded the University of Notre Dame in 1842 as a private Catholic research university. Their motto is, “Vita Dulcedo Spes” or “Life, Sweetness, Hope” – referencing the Virgin Mary. The school’s teams are known as the Fighting Irish, and wear the colors blue and gold. Their mascot is the very iconic Leprechaun....Read more Undergraduates 8,880 Acceptance Rate 11.3% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $29,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,210
2	Georgetown University	7833	12.91	1,400 – 1,550	37967	83222	#2 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Georgetown University Washington, DC A private Jesuit research university, Georgetown University was founded as the Georgetown College in 1789 by Bishop John Carroll. It’s the oldest Catholic institution of higher education in the country and offers over 50 majors. Past graduates include Bill Clinton, Lyndon B....Read more Undergraduates 7,833 Acceptance Rate 12.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $37,967 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,222
3	Boston College	9654	16.19	1,450 – 1,540	32590	85717	#3 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. Undergraduates 9,654 Acceptance Rate 16.2% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
4	College of the Holy Cross	3107	17.61	1,260 – 1,420	35455	69984	#4 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA The College of the Holy Cross is the oldest Catholic college in New England, and today it’s part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The school has a 94% first year retention rate, and an impressive 90% four-year graduation rate. Athletes are known as the Crusaders and wear royal purple and white. Undergraduates 3,107 Acceptance Rate 17.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $35,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,984
5	Villanova University	7006	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#5 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Villanova University Villanova, PA Villanova University is the oldest Catholic university in Pennsylvania and the only Augustinian university in the country. The school has deep religious roots, and the administration is led by priests. Their motto is “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas” or “Truth, Unity, Charity.” Two famous alumni include Jill Biden and Howie Long. Undergraduates 7,006 Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
6	Santa Clara University	6577	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#6 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Undergraduates 6,577 Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
7	Providence College	4556	50.89	1,110 – 1,340	46645	69326	#7 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 2 majors and programs, and many go to study Business Administration and Management, General. Undergraduates 4,556 Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $46,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
8	Fairfield University	5391	33.29	1,290 – 1,410	47630	73693	#8 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Fairfield University Fairfield, CT Fairfield University has 76 degree programs. Composed of 5 different schools, the most popular majors among students are Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. There are 35 buildings on campus, including 3 manor houses. Fairfield is highly selective. Undergraduates 5,391 Acceptance Rate 33.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $47,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,693
9	Fordham University	10582	59.31	1,340 – 1,480	45368	68008	#9 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Fordham University Bronx, NY Fordham University students can attend classes across three campuses - the Lincoln Center, Rose Hill campus, and the professional campus in Westchester. The school attracts students from all over the country and offers distance learning. 83% will graduate in six years. Undergraduates 10,582 Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $45,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,008
10	University of Scranton	3613	80.29	1,160 – 1,280	32100	62921	#10 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Scranton Scranton, PA A Catholic school, the University of Scranton’s motto is “Religio Mores Cultura,” which translates to “Religion Morals Culture.” 96% receive institutional grants from the university, averaging $33,295 each. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% stay on after their first year and 76% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 3,613 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $32,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
11	Thomas Aquinas College	372	79.76	1,240 – 1,460	23039	59550	#11 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Thomas Aquinas College Santa Paula, CA The Catholic-affiliated school, Thomas Aquinas College, offers need-based scholarships thanks to donations and doesn’t have merit-based awards. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is the only available area of study, and undergraduates study the Great Books (the Classics). It has a first year retention rate of 92%. Undergraduates 372 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
12	Gonzaga University	5281	81.69	1,220 – 1,390	40295	66525	#12 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 85% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Undergraduates 5,281 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $40,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
13	Creighton University	4647	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#13 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Undergraduates 4,647 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
14	Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia	5044	88.83	1,190 – 1,360	36392	66438	#14 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia accepts 89% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,044 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $36,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
15	University of San Diego	5851	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#15 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,851 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
16	Loyola University Maryland	3881	75.49	1,230 – 1,390	31857	64453	#16 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Loyola University Maryland accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,881 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,453
17	Stonehill College	2515	72.56	1,180 – 1,310	31134	63285	#17 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Stonehill College Easton, MA Located in Easton, Stonehill College accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Stonehill College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 2,515 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,285
18	Saint Louis University	10436	75.04	1,140 – 1,400	30911	60716	#18 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 10,436 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $30,911 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
19	Marquette University	8045	81.34	1,230 – 1,390	32031	65241	#19 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Founded in 1881, by 1909 Marquette University was the first coeducational Catholic university in the world. During the last admissions cycle, the school accepted 15,200 out of 19,000 applications. 14% of these students decided to attend....Read more Undergraduates 8,045 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,241
20	University of Portland	2986	89.17	1,180 – 1,380	34951	67913	#20 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Portland Portland, OR A non selective school, the University of Portland accepted 7,400 of applicants, 10% of which enrolled. It’s a private Catholic University, sister to the University of Notre Dame, and affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. 81% of undergraduates graduate within six years. Undergraduates 2,986 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $34,951 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,913
21	Sacred Heart Major Seminary	188	100	1,080 – 1,240	10371	63721	#21 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Sacred Heart Major Seminary accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 188 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
22	University of San Francisco	5321	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#22 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Undergraduates 5,321 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
23	University of St Thomas	6044	91.25	1,220 – 1,380	32637	62412	#23 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Undergraduates 6,044 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $32,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
24	University of Dayton	7740	65.66	1,180 – 1,400	31551	62477	#24 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Dayton Dayton, OH Found in Dayton, the University of Dayton accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at the University of Dayton will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,740 Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,477
25	Saint Anselm College	2094	78.05	1,110 – 1,280	35091	63347	#25 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College is the third oldest Catholic college in New England, having been founded in 1889. The school has been the site of presidential policy speeches from John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon as well as several national presidential debates....Read more Undergraduates 2,094 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $35,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
26	Saint Johns University	1413	77.43	1,080 – 1,280	29473	59843	#26 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 85% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,413 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
27	College of Saint Benedict	1391	88.87	1,040 – 1,280	29720	54567	#27 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Undergraduates 1,391 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
28	Saint Mary's College	1495	76.41	1,160 – 1,340	30389	53470	#28 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN Saint Mary’s College is a private Catholic liberal arts school for women. It’s somewhat selective and has a 20% yield. 88% of students stay on after they complete their first year and in the classroom, there’s a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular major. Undergraduates 1,495 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,470
29	Siena College	3469	77.64	1,150 – 1,380	32602	56526	#29 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Siena College Loudonville, NY Located in Loudonville, Siena College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 98% of students attending Siena College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Siena College, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 72% of......Read more Undergraduates 3,469 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $32,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,526
30	Saint Michael's College	1120	84.51	1,160 – 1,320	30806	46898	#30 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT Saint Michael’s College has over 30 majors available to students, the most popular of which is Business Administration and Management, General. The college has a 9 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 79% first year retention rate, 75% 4-year graduation rate, and 100% of students receive institutional aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,120 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,898
31	Duquesne University	5371	83.56	1,190 – 1,350	35125	62627	#31 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 5,371 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $35,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
32	Le Moyne College	2529	78.7	1,170 – 1,340	22139	53493	#32 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Le Moyne College Syracuse, NY Located in Syracuse, Le Moyne College’s acceptance rate is 79%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Le Moyne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,529 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,493
33	The Catholic University of America	3177	82.78	1,050 – 1,260	35008	63217	#33 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Located in Washington, The Catholic University of America’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of students attending The Catholic University of America currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,177 Acceptance Rate 82.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $35,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,217
34	John Carroll University	2339	80.9	1,200 – 1,390	30790	53187	#34 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic John Carroll University University Heights, OH John Carroll University was founded in 1886 as the St. Ignatius College. It changed its name to its current moniker in 1923 and became coeducational in 1968. Many of the buildings on the 65-acre campus are of Collegiate Gothic architecture. JCU has a first year retention rate of 83%. Undergraduates 2,339 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $30,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,187
35	Loyola Marymount University	7273	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	54471	62763	#35 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Undergraduates 7,273 Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $54,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
36	Seattle University	4103	77.03	1,140 – 1,350	37103	64656	#36 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,103 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $37,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
37	Saint Norbert College	1970	85.74	1,080 – 1,310	27236	49775	#37 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Norbert College De Pere, WI Roman Catholic and Norbertine, St. Norbert College’s motto is “Docere Verbo et Exemplo,” which translates to “To teach by word and example.” It awards 100% of students with institutional grants and has an 83% first year retention rate. 75% graduate in four years, 78% in six. Undergraduates 1,970 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,775
38	Salve Regina University	2135	68.17	1,170 – 1,340	37794	55027	#38 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Undergraduates 2,135 Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $37,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
39	Loyola University Chicago	12538	81.6	1,220 – 1,390	37592	58411	#39 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Loyola University Chicago accepts 82% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 81% and around 65% of students will graduate in four years or less. The three......Read more Undergraduates 12,538 Acceptance Rate 81.6% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,411
40	Sacred Heart University	6960	67.68	1,180 – 1,310	46165	63925	#40 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT Located in Fairfield, Sacred Heart University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Sacred Heart University currently receive grant aid from the school. 85% of students continued their studies at Sacred Heart University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 6,960 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $46,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,925
41	St. John Fisher University	2583	66.4	1,130 – 1,300	28969	61198	#41 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic St. John Fisher University Rochester, NY Based in Rochester, St- John Fisher University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 86% of students decide to stay at St- John Fisher University after......Read more Undergraduates 2,583 Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,198
42	Seton Hall University	6146	73.26	1,230 – 1,400	31642	60291	#42 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Seton Hall University South Orange, NJ Based in South Orange, Seton Hall University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,146 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,291
43	Saint Mary's College of California	1955	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#43 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 89% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,955 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
44	Mount Carmel College of Nursing	575	57.39	930 – 1,080	11686	68161	#44 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Carmel College of Nursing Columbus, OH Found in Columbus, Mount Carmel College of Nursing accepts 57% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 48% of students at Mount Carmel College of Nursing will receive grant aid from the school. At Mount Carmel College of Nursing, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 75% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 575 Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,161
45	Loras College	1169	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#45 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Undergraduates 1,169 Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
46	Saint Francis University	2450	79.16	1,050 – 1,250	27421	56920	#46 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Francis University Loretto, PA Founded in 1847, Saint Francis University is affiliated with the Catholic Church. The 600-acre campus is home to a museum of art, The Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life, and a 9-hole golf course. SFU is a NCAA Division I-FCS member and the Red Flash compete in the Northeast Conference. Undergraduates 2,450 Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $27,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,920
47	Manhattan University	2928	78.5	1,150 – 1,350	28349	64472	#47 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Manhattan University Riverdale, NY Found in Riverdale, Manhattan University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Manhattan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Manhattan University, there is......Read more Undergraduates 2,928 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,472
48	St Bonaventure University	2048	81.65	1,090 – 1,300	27659	48559	#48 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic St Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY St. Bonaventure University has a first year retention rate of 86%, a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and a 71% six year graduation rate. A NCAA Division I without football school, student-athletes compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Basketball, Lacrosse, and Soccer are popular sports. Undergraduates 2,048 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $27,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,559
49	Franciscan University of Steubenville	2978	72.23	1,120 – 1,320	24490	42037	#49 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville, OH “Fortitude and Prudence” is the motto of the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Located along the Ohio River, the school has a first year retention rate of 88% and a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. The Barons participate in the NCAA Division III without football Presidents' Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 2,978 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,037
50	DePaul University	14188	75.89	1,110 – 1,330	32129	54695	#50 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic DePaul University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, DePaul University’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at DePaul University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $24,057 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 14,188 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,129 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,695
51	Xavier University	4239	86.69	1,110 – 1,330	31542	54758	#51 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,239 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $31,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,758
52	Assumption University	1713	82.98	990 – 1,180	29072	46029	#52 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Assumption University Worcester, MA Assumption University has a student-to-faculty ratio of 11 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 83%. It’s a NCAA Division II with football school and the Greyhounds compete in the Northeast 10 Conference. Wearing blue and white, they’re cheered on by Pierre the Greyhound. Undergraduates 1,713 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,029
53	Emmanuel College	1909	75.65	1,170 – 1,340	33214	50180	#53 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 76% 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 Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 1,909 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $33,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
54	Niagara University	2692	39.72	1,070 – 1,250	17495	48289	#54 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Niagara University Niagara University, NY Niagara University is a Roman Catholic private school, run by the Vincentian Fathers. It’s highly selective and has a 32% yield. 100% of students receive grant aid, with each financial aid package averaging $31,682. NU’s Purple Eagles participate in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 2,692 Acceptance Rate 39.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,289
55	DeSales University	2172	77.09	1,090 – 1,260	30524	52721	#55 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 57 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 63% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 2,172 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
56	University of Dallas	1444	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	31221	45950	#56 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Undergraduates 1,444 Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
57	Merrimack College	4199	73.61	1,050 – 1,180	38849	54316	#57 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Merrimack College North Andover, MA Found in North Andover, Merrimack College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Merrimack College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,199 Acceptance Rate 73.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $38,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,316
58	Rockhurst University	2304	70.89	1,010 – 1,240	23785	61371	#58 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,253 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Undergraduates 2,304 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
59	St. John's University-New York	15640	83.43	1,160 – 1,340	28206	54189	#59 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic St. John's University-New York Queens, NY Located in Queens, St- John's University-New York accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending St- John's University-New York will receive institutional grant aid. At St-......Read more Undergraduates 15,640 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,206 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,189
60	Misericordia University	1721	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#60 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Misericordia University Dallas, PA Misericordia University is a private liberal arts school located just north of Philadelphia. Many of its students come from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Roman Catholic, College Misericordia was founded in 1924 by the Religious Sisters of Mercy – it became a university in 2007. Undergraduates 1,721 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
61	Immaculata University	1652	85.78	1,160 – 1,330	29499	56416	#61 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Immaculata University Immaculata, PA Founded in 1920, Immaculata University is a private Catholic school. The University's Latin motto is "Scientia floret virtute" which translates to "Knowledge flourishes in virtue." Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $15,598 on average and 56% of students will graduate in 4 years. Undergraduates 1,652 Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $29,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
62	Molloy University	3240	81.74	1,100 – 1,300	25938	78372	#62 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY Molloy University was founded as the Molloy Catholic College for Women in 1955. The school became fully co-educational in 1982, and would be known as Molloy University in 2022. Cheered on by their mascot, Victor E. Lion, student athletes are known as the Lions....Read more Undergraduates 3,240 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,372
63	Canisius University	1724	72.24	1,080 – 1,280	19321	46089	#63 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Canisius University Buffalo, NY Founded in 1870, Canisius College became Canisius University in 2023. 100% of students receive grant aid to help offset the cost of attending Canisius University, $22,779 on average. The school also offers athletic scholarships, as it's a NCAA Division I without football school....Read more Undergraduates 1,724 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,089
64	University of Detroit Mercy	3422	75.72	1,040 – 1,270	17987	64534	#64 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Found in Detroit, the University of Detroit Mercy’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Undergraduates 3,422 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,534
65	The College of Saint Scholastica	1755	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#65 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Undergraduates 1,755 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
66	King's College	1568	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#66 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA King's College, founded in 1946, began as a college for men however today men make up 54% of the student population and 45% of enrolled students are women. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 59% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 1,568 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,608 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
67	Carroll College	1062	72.64	1,120 – 1,340	26103	43507	#67 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Carroll College Helena, MT Though the school seal features two lions, Carroll College’s mascot is actually a St. Bernard named Halo. Student athletes compete as the Fighting Saints in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Undergraduates 1,062 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
68	Mercyhurst University	2274	81.02	1,080 – 1,300	26962	39565	#68 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Mercyhurst University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $28,508 on average. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Undergraduates 2,274 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
69	College of Our Lady of the Elms	1002	88.82	1,150 – 1,320	22311	54087	#69 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Undergraduates 1,002 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
70	Loyola University New Orleans	3032	93.05	1,050 – 1,240	26150	34092	#70 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
71	Seton Hill University	1597	75.79	1,080 – 1,280	23732	43700	#71 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Seton Hill University opened in 1885 as a women’s college. It only became co-educational in 2002 – as a result, a majority of the student body are women. Common majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Physician Assistant, and Pre-Physician Assistant....Read more Undergraduates 1,597 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
72	Saint Edward's University	2731	83.69	1,040 – 1,230	28351	47743	#72 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Undergraduates 2,731 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
73	University of Mary	2650	78.25	1,090 – 1,290	19225	50191	#73 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 2,650 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
74	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	1059	81.72	910 – 1,140	28268	52884	#74 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 336 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), and Lacrosse, among others. 99% of students receive grant aid, averaging $29,900 each. Undergraduates 1,059 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
75	Iona University	3382	86.94	1,120 – 1,310	28557	51218	#75 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Iona University New Rochelle, NY Found in New Rochelle, Iona University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Iona University, there is a 77% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 3,382 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,218
76	Bellarmine University	2240	86.11	1,020 – 1,240	24432	49819	#76 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
77	Gwynedd Mercy University	1301	89.63	1,040 – 1,190	26733	65976	#77 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Found in Gwynedd Valley, Gwynedd Mercy University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Gwynedd Mercy University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 1,301 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $26,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
78	Gannon University	2768	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#78 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Gannon University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Gannon University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,768 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
79	Saint Ambrose University	1939	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#79 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Undergraduates 1,939 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
80	Ave Maria University	1250	44.81	1,080 – 1,310	23515	43572	#80 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 75% 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
81	Regis College	1055	90.09	860 – 1,070	30212	56223	#81 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 37 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Undergraduates 1,055 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,212 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
82	St Catherine University	2505	91.85	1,010 – 1,240	22357	52795	#82 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,505 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
83	Regis University	2704	86.39	1,090 – 1,310	25062	64557	#83 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Regis University Denver, CO Regis University was originally in Las Vegas, Nevada, when it opened in 1877, with the apt name of Las Vegas College. It moved only 10 years later, and received its current name in 1991....Read more Undergraduates 2,704 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,557
84	John Paul the Great Catholic University	298	79.29	1,090 – 1,270	31811	34360	#84 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido, CA Located in Escondido, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts 79% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 298 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
85	Notre Dame of Maryland University	686	86.49	920 – 1,140	22552	63918	#85 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Notre Dame of Maryland University Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, Notre Dame of Maryland University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Notre Dame of Maryland University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 686 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,918
86	Benedictine College	2391	76.45	1,120 – 1,330	28451	45000	#86 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Undergraduates 2,391 Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
87	Madonna University	1839	52.26	890 – 1,120	18583	49871	#87 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Madonna University Livonia, MI Located in Livonia, Madonna University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Madonna University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 1,839 Acceptance Rate 52.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $18,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,871
88	University of Saint Joseph	993	78.59	850 – 1,170	27558	52053	#88 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 993 Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
89	Christian Brothers University	1155	86.7	1,020 – 1,200	17068	48592	#89 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
90	Lewis University	4326	71.28	980 – 1,220	19472	56095	#90 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Lewis University Romeoville, IL Found in Romeoville, Lewis University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,326 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,095
91	Marymount University	2216	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#91 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more 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
92	Mount St. Mary's University	1833	73.81	1,050 – 1,280	25298	48915	#92 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD Found in Emmitsburg, Mount St- Mary's University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Mount St- Mary's University will receive institutional grant aid. At Mount St- Mary's University, there is a 71%......Read more Undergraduates 1,833 Acceptance Rate 73.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,915
93	La Salle University	2675	95.52	900 – 1,110	20119	53701	#93 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students at La Salle University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 2,675 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
94	Walsh University	1423	78.15	1,080 – 1,300	21009	50090	#94 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Walsh University North Canton, OH Found in North Canton, Walsh University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Walsh University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 73% of students continued their......Read more Undergraduates 1,423 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $21,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,090
95	Mount Saint Mary College	2141	88.88	1,010 – 1,170	24588	59588	#95 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Saint Mary College Newburgh, NY Located in Newburgh, Mount Saint Mary College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,141 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,588
96	Georgian Court University	1478	70.52	1,060 – 1,280	21072	44627	#96 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Georgian Court University Lakewood, NJ Based in Lakewood, Georgian Court University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,478 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,627
97	St. Mary's University	2150	97.76	890 – 1,310	20562	44130	#97 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 51 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Undergraduates 2,150 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
98	University of St Francis	1338	65.3	900 – 1,160	16455	56648	#98 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of St Francis Joliet, IL Based in Joliet, the University of St Francis’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of St Francis will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of St Francis, there is a 79% first year retention rate and 40% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,338 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,648
99	Carlow University	1355	86.96	980 – 1,180	20561	44876	#99 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, Carlow University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Carlow University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 43% of students......Read more Undergraduates 1,355 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,876
100	Caldwell University	1448	65.4	1,010 – 1,320	23071	47439	#100 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Caldwell University Caldwell, NJ Based in Caldwell, Caldwell University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 1,448 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,439
101	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	1083	92.78	1,040 – 1,310	22518	54549	#101 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 1,083 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
102	Marian University	2492	95.32	970 – 1,200	23225	55704	#102 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Marian University Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, Marian University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,492 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,704
103	Rivier University	1335	81.76	1,010 – 1,110	28227	54599	#103 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Nursing Science, Computer and Information Sciences, and General are popular programs....Read more Undergraduates 1,335 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $28,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
104	Maria College of Albany	718	49.84	950 – 1,140	17290	53357	#104 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Maria College of Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, Maria College of Albany’s acceptance rate is 50%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 44% of students attending Maria College of Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maria College of Albany, there is a 80% first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 718 Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $17,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,357
105	Newman University	2398	47.61	970 – 1,210	19315	47051	#105 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,398 Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
106	Mount Saint Mary's University	1733	73.13	910 – 1,120	27434	61335	#106 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,733 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
107	Marywood University	1834	60.58	1,070 – 1,250	24712	47000	#107 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Marywood University Scranton, PA Marywood University is a private Catholic school located near the Pocono Mountains. Of attending students, 100% will receive grant aid, about $27,875 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Undergraduates 1,834 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
108	Alvernia University	2050	62.32	1,070 – 1,260	26166	49938	#108 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,050 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
109	Mount Mercy University	1185	78.76	1,010 – 1,210	23972	52871	#109 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,185 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
110	University of St Thomas	3395	89.93	960 – 1,200	20469	49971	#110 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. Undergraduates 3,395 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
111	Saint Peter's University	2101	90.53	970 – 1,170	14486	42470	#111 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Peter's University Jersey City, NJ Found in Jersey City, Saint Peter's University accepts 91% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 2,101 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,470
112	Edgewood College	1214	94.52	1,040 – 1,210	26692	53843	#112 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Edgewood College Madison, WI Located in Madison, Edgewood College accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Edgewood College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,214 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,843
113	Chestnut Hill College	972	79.13	900 – 1,090	28583	45221	#113 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 67%......Read more Undergraduates 972 Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
114	Holy Family University	2650	71.04	910 – 1,150	13016	55285	#114 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Holy Family University’s acceptance rate is 71% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $80 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,650 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
115	Aquinas College	1019	89.88	920 – 1,150	19890	40161	#115 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Based in Grand Rapids, Aquinas College’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Aquinas College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,019 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $19,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,161
116	Dominican University	2690	90.32	940 – 1,180	16969	47907	#116 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Dominican University River Forest, IL Based in River Forest, Dominican University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,690 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,907
117	Mount Marty University	1022	42.57	970 – 1,210	23163	46984	#117 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Undergraduates 1,022 Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
118	Spring Hill College	790	74.66	1,020 – 1,190	20271	41358	#118 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
119	University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne	1567	95.97	880 – 1,080	20897	47944	#119 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Based in Fort Wayne, the University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 1,567 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
120	Saint Martin's University	1210	89.8	940 – 1,170	22779	57998	#120 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 83% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Undergraduates 1,210 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
121	Briar Cliff University	737	61.69	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#121 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 60% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Undergraduates 737 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
122	Saint Xavier University	3039	85.75	1,040 – 1,210	11943	50784	#122 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Located in Chicago, Saint Xavier University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of students at Saint Xavier University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,039 Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,784
123	University of the Incarnate Word	4638	98.15	920 – 1,150	21246	47625	#123 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 4,638 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,246 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
124	Clarke University	871	68.16	940 – 1,160	25692	49157	#124 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Undergraduates 871 Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
125	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College	898	76.14	880 – 1,070	18470	41863	#125 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN Found in Saint Mary of the Woods, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s acceptance rate is 76% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 898 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,863
126	Mount St. Joseph University	1545	59.15	1,010 – 1,260	15887	43595	#126 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount St. Joseph University Cincinnati, OH Based in Cincinnati, Mount St- Joseph University’s acceptance rate is 59%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Mount St- Joseph University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,545 Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $15,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,595
127	La Roche University	755	70.16	940 – 1,200	24638	45308	#127 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 70% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 755 Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $24,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
128	Holy Cross College	547	73.71	1,050 – 1,350	24214	41335	#128 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Holy Cross College Notre Dame, IN Based in Notre Dame, Holy Cross College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 67% of students at Holy Cross College currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students decide to stay at Holy Cross College after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 547 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,335
129	Xavier University of Louisiana	2688	69.04	990 – 1,160	17874	40643	#129 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
130	University of Mount Saint Vincent	2398	84.64	920 – 1,200	21844	53755	#130 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, the University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students attending the University of Mount Saint Vincent will receive grant aid from the school. 71% of students continued their studies at the University of Mount Saint......Read more Undergraduates 2,398 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,755
131	Lourdes University	827	74.1	930 – 1,140	22614	40158	#131 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Lourdes University Sylvania, OH Found in Sylvania, Lourdes University accepts 74% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 827 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
132	Hilbert College	939	98	980 – 1,180	22224	45369	#132 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Found in Hamburg, Hilbert College accepts 98% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Hilbert College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students continued their studies at......Read more Undergraduates 939 Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,369
133	Ursuline College	637	84.01	1,040 – 1,210	17678	45646	#133 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Ursuline College Pepper Pike, OH Ursuline College is a private liberal arts school founded in 1871 as a Catholic women's college. While men can attend this school today, the school continues to provide a woman-focused education and the majority of students are women....Read more Undergraduates 637 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,678 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,646
134	Viterbo University	1287	72.43	1,110 – 1,250	23901	56804	#134 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Viterbo University La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, Viterbo University accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Viterbo University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,287 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,804
135	Mount Aloysius College	2942	90.4	900 – 1,120	20570	45211	#135 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA Found in Cresson, Mount Aloysius College’s acceptance rate is 90% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Mount Aloysius College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,942 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
136	Ohio Dominican University	843	94.23	1,010 – 1,200	21006	43933	#136 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH Based in Columbus, Ohio Dominican University accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Dominican University will receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students continued their studies at Ohio Dominican......Read more Undergraduates 843 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,933
137	Albertus Magnus College	1006	59.31	840 – 1,070	30179	47153	#137 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Albertus Magnus College’s acceptance rate is 59%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Albertus Magnus College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Albertus Magnus College, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 1,006 Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,153
138	Felician University	1870	95.11	900 – 1,110	15818	56957	#138 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Felician University Lodi, NJ Based in Lodi, Felician University accepts 95% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Felician University currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued their studies at Felician University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,870 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,818 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,957
139	Saint Elizabeth University	670	95.41	890 – 1,090	18412	49479	#139 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Elizabeth University Morristown, NJ Based in Morristown, Saint Elizabeth University accepts 95% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Saint Elizabeth University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Elizabeth University, there is a 80%......Read more Undergraduates 670 Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $18,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,479
140	Marian University	1074	66.77	930 – 1,140	23552	49839	#140 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Located in Fond Du Lac, Marian University accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,074 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,839
141	Thomas More University	1823	97.03	1,040 – 1,270	21314	47148	#141 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,148
142	Mount Mary University	749	66.34	930 – 1,080	19409	40421	#142 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mount Mary University Milwaukee, WI Located in Milwaukee, Mount Mary University accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 749 Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $19,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,421
143	Mercy College of Ohio	999	42.76	850 – 1,100	15705	61877	#143 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mercy College of Ohio Toledo, OH Found in Toledo, Mercy College of Ohio accepts 43% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Mercy College of Ohio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 999 Acceptance Rate 42.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $15,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,877
144	Benedictine University	1972	95.23	1,010 – 1,300	24570	50222	#144 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Benedictine University Lisle, IL Based in Lisle, Benedictine University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Benedictine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,972 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $24,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,222
145	Belmont Abbey College	1549	90.38	940 – 1,200	23463	43816	#145 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,816
146	Neumann University	1658	81.28	850 – 1,100	29298	48556	#146 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Neumann University Aston, PA Based in Aston, Neumann University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Neumann University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 1,658 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $29,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,556
147	Brescia University	545	35.24	970 – 1,210	15087	39897	#147 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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
148	Spalding University	734	98.64	890 – 1,110	25539	42870	#148 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Spalding University Louisville, KY Based in Louisville, Spalding University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Spalding University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 734 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $25,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,870
149	Mercy College of Health Sciences	905	98.78	1,010 – 1,180	24881	53375	#149 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 31% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Undergraduates 905 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,881 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
150	Anna Maria College	995	89.6	890 – 1,080	28732	63110	#150 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Anna Maria College Paxton, MA Found in Paxton, Anna Maria College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Anna Maria College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 995 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,110
151	University of Saint Mary	1027	86.63	920 – 1,170	23611	54827	#151 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,027 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
152	Chaminade University of Honolulu	1817	51.87	970 – 1,140	27695	48660	#152 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Undergraduates 1,817 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
153	Rosemont College	484	74.51	980 – 1,190	19297	40852	#153 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Rosemont College Rosemont, PA Located in Rosemont, Rosemont College’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 484 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,852
154	Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce	3963	90.33	1,130 – 1,340	10275	20637	#154 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce Ponce, PR Found in Ponce, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce accepts 90% of applicants and requests $15 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,963 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $10,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,637
155	Wheeling University	588	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#155 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 Business Administration and Management, General. 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
156	Avila University	1335	87.8	890 – 1,080	17482	48975	#156 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,335 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
157	Saint Leo University	7603	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#157 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 58% 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
158	St. Thomas University	3967	99.4	890 – 1,110	27029	44435	#158 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 55%......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
159	Saint Anthony College of Nursing	152	100	--	0	76111	#159 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Anthony College of Nursing Rockford, IL Undergraduates 152 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,111
160	Barry University	3232	77.13	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#160 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more Undergraduates 3,232 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $23,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
161	Villa Maria College	611	87.33	800 – 1,110	15687	33635	#161 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Villa Maria College Buffalo, NY Based in Buffalo, Villa Maria College accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Villa Maria College will receive grant aid from the school. At Villa Maria College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and a 33% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 611 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,635
162	Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo	321	85.38	740 – 950	9883	20637	#162 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo, PR Found in Arecibo, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 32% of students at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo will......Read more Undergraduates 321 Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 740 – 950 Avg. Net Price $9,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,637
163	Alverno College	673	84.38	890 – 1,110	17884	51755	#163 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Alverno College Milwaukee, WI Based in Milwaukee, Alverno College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Alverno College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 673 Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $17,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,755
164	University of Providence	591	50.28	830 – 1,140	21175	37734	#164 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 71% first year......Read more Undergraduates 591 Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
165	Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	618	97.3	770 – 1,020	8132	20637	#165 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR Located in Mayaguez, Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, there is a 77% first year......Read more Undergraduates 618 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 770 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $8,132 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,637
166	Our Lady of the Lake University	1147	72.46	880 – 1,100	17961	41195	#166 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,147 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $17,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
167	University of Holy Cross	806	99.01	890 – 1,080	14476	46296	#167 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of Holy Cross’s acceptance rate is 99%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at the University of Holy Cross will receive grant aid from the school....Read more 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
168	Holy Apostles College and Seminary	270	83.03	--	16073	63721	#168 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Holy Apostles College and Seminary Cromwell, CT Found in Cromwell, Holy Apostles College and Seminary accepts 83% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 0% of students at Holy Apostles College and Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 270 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,073 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
169	Trinity Washington University	1604	99.19	--	12704	38533	#169 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Trinity Washington University Washington, DC Located in Washington, Trinity Washington University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at Trinity Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 1,604 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,533
170	Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University	862	82.94	970 – 1,140	15239	55851	#170 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic 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 60% 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
171	Universidad del Sagrado Corazon	4099	53.41	--	13076	27544	#171 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Universidad del Sagrado Corazon Santurce, PR Found in Santurce, Universidad del Sagrado Corazon accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 27% of students attending Universidad del Sagrado Corazon will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at Universidad del Sagrado......Read more Undergraduates 4,099 Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,544
172	Universidad Central de Bayamon	563	65.94	--	4382	19745	#172 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Universidad Central de Bayamon Bayamón, PR Based in Bayamón, Universidad Central de Bayamon’s acceptance rate is 66%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 7% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Undergraduates 563 Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,382 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,745
173	Saint Vincent College	1284	61.73	--	23857	47267	#173 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA Saint Vincent College was established in 1846, making it the first Benedictine monastery in the country. The Bearcats are part of the Presidents' Athletic Conference, competing in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse, among others....Read more Undergraduates 1,284 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
174	Calumet College of Saint Joseph	560	57.28	800 – 1,030	17377	39342	#174 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN Found in Whiting, Calumet College of Saint Joseph’s acceptance rate is 57% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 560 Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,342
175	College of Saint Mary	570	38.19	1,040 – 1,240	14265	59339	#175 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $19,829 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Undergraduates 570 Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
176	Quincy University	1072	50.93	1,020 – 1,210	17424	43331	#176 2026 Best Colleges – Overall Ranking – Roman Catholic Quincy University Quincy, IL Undergraduates 1,072 Acceptance Rate 50.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,424 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,331