2026 College Rankings

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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.

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Pennsylvania	10013	5.4	1,500 – 1,570	26017	90555	#1 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA The University of Pennsylvania, one of the oldest schools in the country, was founded in 1740, primarily by Benjamin Franklin, who was also their first president. A doctoral/research university, UPenn has a 98% first year retention rate, and 89% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Undergraduates 10,013 Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $26,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
2	Swarthmore College	1623	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	17930	56211	#2 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA Swarthmore College was one of the first coeducational colleges in the country. It is associated with the Tri-College Consortium and the Quaker Consortium, which means students can take classes at the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr, and Haverford, in addition to Swarthmore....Read more Undergraduates 1,623 Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
3	Carnegie Mellon University	7824	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	32964	105360	#3 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. A merger in 1900 between Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon Institute of Industrial Research created the school we know today....Read more Undergraduates 7,824 Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $32,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
4	Haverford College	1431	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	22828	53353	#4 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Haverford College Haverford, PA Haverford College is a liberal arts school founded in 1833 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers. It’s part of the Tri-College Consortium, so students can attend classes at nearby schools: Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore....Read more Undergraduates 1,431 Acceptance Rate 12.4% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
5	Villanova University	7006	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37946	84905	#5 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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	Lehigh University	5911	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	33289	88810	#6 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA Lehigh University’s motto is “Homo minister et interpres naturae,” which is Latin for “Man, the servant and interpreter of nature.” Known as the Mountain Hawks, student athletes wearing brown and white often compete in Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Clutch the Mountain Hawk is their mascot. Undergraduates 5,911 Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
7	Grove City College	2341	72.32	1,150 – 1,370	24184	63721	#7 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Grove City College Grove City, PA Grove City College is a non-denominational college founded in 1876. With an 88% first year retention rate, 87% of students will graduate in 4 years. Mechanical Engineering is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 2,341 Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	Lafayette College	2775	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	34728	80614	#8 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lafayette College Easton, PA A Hidden Ivy, Lafayette College is named after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution. It’s located on the Delaware River, but it also has a satellite campus in New York City. The college is extremely selective, and 85% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 2,775 Acceptance Rate 31.5% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $34,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
9	Bryn Mawr College	1368	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	39383	53102	#9 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr, PA Bryn Mawr College is an extremely selective school. Part of the Seven Sisters College Consortium, it has a 92% first year retention rate and an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Veritatem Dilexi,” which is Latin for “I Delight in the Truth.” Undergraduates 1,368 Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $39,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
10	Bucknell University	3920	28.93	1,180 – 1,400	38486	78852	#10 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA Bucknell University was founded in 1846 and has a proud tradition of fostering diversity and inclusion. Most students are undergraduates and they enjoy a cozy 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, Bucknell has 743 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Undergraduates 3,920 Acceptance Rate 28.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $38,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
11	Franklin and Marshall College	1808	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	37475	62544	#11 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 28% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,808 Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $37,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
12	Dickinson College	2311	42.09	1,340 – 1,460	40242	57110	#12 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,311 Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $40,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
13	University of Scranton	3613	81.2	1,160 – 1,280	32100	62921	#13 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 81.2% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $32,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
14	Gettysburg College	2104	38.9	1,240 – 1,460	35729	57274	#14 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,104 Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
15	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	20418	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#15 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Undergraduates 20,418 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
16	Muhlenberg College	1788	64.01	1,250 – 1,400	31814	53265	#16 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Muhlenberg College Allentown, PA In addition to an 82-acre campus, Muhlenberg College also maintains nearby 60-acre Graver Arboretum and 40-acre Raker Wildlife Preserve. Most of their programs focus on liberal arts and pre-professional education – Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General is a popular area of study....Read more Undergraduates 1,788 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $31,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
17	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	42604	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#17 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 42,604 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
18	Saint Joseph's University	4828	86.39	1,140 – 1,330	36392	66438	#18 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Saint Joseph's University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,828 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $36,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
19	Ursinus College	1502	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	31625	54542	#19 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $43,758 per student. The school sits on a 170-acre campus and has several programs that promote STEM, including the Supporting Inclusive Excellence Program and Science in Motion. Applied Economics is a popular area of study among its undergraduates. Undergraduates 1,502 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $31,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
20	Messiah University	2618	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29882	50192	#20 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Originally known as the Messiah Bible School and Missionary Training House in 1909, the school became a college in 1951 and a university in 2020. Incoming students have to sign a Community Covenant. Undergraduates 2,618 Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
21	Juniata College	1242	78.91	1,080 – 1,310	28925	48571	#21 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular major at Juniata College, but many students design their own programs. The school sits on 800 acres and boasts an 11 to 1 student to faculty ratio. Juniata also has an extensive study abroad program and it’s motto is “Veritas Liberat,” or “Truth Sets Free.” Undergraduates 1,242 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
22	Duquesne University	5371	83.56	1,180 – 1,360	35125	62627	#22 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $35,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
23	Susquehanna University	2185	78.71	1,100 – 1,310	27258	51535	#23 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 79% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $42,577 each. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Undergraduates 2,185 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
24	Allegheny College	1171	54.52	1,180 – 1,360	27929	45603	#24 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,171 Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
25	Elizabethtown College	1903	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27019	54833	#25 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Elizabethtown College Elizabethtown, PA Although Elizabethtown College has “College” in its name, it grants up to Doctor's degrees. With 19 academic departments and 68 areas of study to choose from, in-demand programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, and Behavioral Sciences....Read more Undergraduates 1,903 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,019 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
26	Washington & Jefferson College	1306	80.64	1,040 – 1,280	26051	52082	#26 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Washington & Jefferson College Washington, PA Washington & Jefferson College came about in 1865 when Washington College and Jefferson College, both founded in the early 1800s, merged. The 60-acre campus is home to McMillan Hall, which was built in 1793, and the school was featured in the Netflix show, “Mindhunter.” 76% of students graduate within six years. Undergraduates 1,306 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
27	Temple University	21428	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#27 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 21,428 Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
28	Drexel University	13169	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42342	69063	#28 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation......Read more Undergraduates 13,169 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,342 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
29	Saint Francis University	2450	79.16	1,050 – 1,250	27421	56920	#29 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
30	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	14449	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#30 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....Read more Undergraduates 14,449 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
31	Lebanon Valley College	1720	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#31 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Undergraduates 1,720 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
32	Westminster College	1136	92.56	1,130 – 1,250	21089	43938	#32 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $30,615 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 73% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Undergraduates 1,136 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
33	DeSales University	2172	77.09	1,090 – 1,260	30524	52721	#33 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 54 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
34	Moravian University	1992	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	30720	53471	#34 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 54% 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 Moravian University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,992 Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
35	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	6853	71.47	980 – 1,200	18407	45398	#35 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,853 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
36	Immaculata University	1652	85.78	1,160 – 1,330	29499	56416	#36 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
37	Misericordia University	1721	88.71	1,090 – 1,260	25090	55910	#37 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
38	Widener University	2811	84.02	1,050 – 1,260	30720	63375	#38 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Widener University will receive institutional grant aid. At Widener University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 2,811 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $30,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
39	Geneva College	1147	80.35	1,000 – 1,220	22145	46107	#39 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Courses at Geneva College focus on humanities and a Reformed Christian worldview. Its motto is “For Christ and Country.” 99% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $20,748 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,147 Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
40	Robert Morris University	3769	90.57	1,080 – 1,280	26215	54449	#40 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,769 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
41	King's College	1568	93.05	1,080 – 1,280	25608	51734	#41 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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. Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Physician Assistant, 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
42	Arcadia University	2030	80.22	1,090 – 1,280	26994	44004	#42 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,030 Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,994 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
43	Lycoming College	807	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20733	43713	#43 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $40,733 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 54% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 807 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
44	Mercyhurst University	2274	81.02	1,080 – 1,300	26962	39565	#44 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
45	Seton Hill University	1597	75.79	1,050 – 1,250	23732	43700	#45 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Art Therapy/Therapist....Read more Undergraduates 1,597 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
46	Gannon University	2768	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23942	55319	#46 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
47	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	3244	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	20964	55620	#47 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Found in Erie, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College’s acceptance rate is 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,244 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
48	Gwynedd Mercy University	1301	89.63	1,040 – 1,190	26733	65976	#48 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
49	Waynesburg University	1088	91.69	980 – 1,220	22837	48994	#49 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $18,778 each. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. Undergraduates 1,088 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
50	York College of Pennsylvania	3308	94.2	1,030 – 1,240	21036	50940	#50 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 94% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 76% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 3,308 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
51	Marywood University	1834	60.58	1,070 – 1,250	24712	47000	#51 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Architecture....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
52	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	7353	90.77	980 – 1,190	17665	42278	#52 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,353 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
53	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	6306	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#53 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,306 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
54	Wilkes University	1956	91.46	1,030 – 1,280	28508	54128	#54 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,956 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
55	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	5823	86.19	1,060 – 1,240	20860	44813	#55 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Undergraduates 5,823 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
56	Pennsylvania Western University	7586	94.33	960 – 1,180	19579	38474	#56 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 7,586 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
57	La Salle University	2675	95.52	900 – 1,110	20119	53701	#57 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
58	Carlow University	1355	86.96	980 – 1,180	20561	44876	#58 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
59	Chatham University	1555	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	29051	48709	#59 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Chatham University Pittsburgh, PA Chatham University is a private liberal arts college initially founded in 1869 as a college to empower women. Today, the campus is made up of 63% women and 36% men. Top majors among students include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, Psychology, and General. Undergraduates 1,555 Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $29,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,709
60	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4421	85.55	980 – 1,220	23344	45010	#60 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Undergraduates 4,421 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
61	Cairn University-Langhorne	846	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	27603	37077	#61 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 846 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,603 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
62	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	1778	95.19	1,010 – 1,220	22872	36747	#62 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,778 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
63	University of Valley Forge	517	61.2	930 – 1,190	27854	35671	#63 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 61% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending the University of Valley Forge currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 517 Acceptance Rate 61.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
64	Pennsylvania College of Technology	4264	74.23	1,040 – 1,220	24650	47995	#64 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania College of Technology accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 39% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 4,264 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
65	Chestnut Hill College	972	79.13	900 – 1,090	28583	45221	#65 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 $25 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
66	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	405	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	18780	55620	#66 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly Lemont Furnace, PA Located in Lemont Furnace, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Undergraduates 405 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
67	Holy Family University	2650	71.04	910 – 1,150	13016	55285	#67 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
68	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	4894	85.96	1,000 – 1,180	15318	44290	#68 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. Undergraduates 4,894 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,318 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
69	La Roche University	1986	77.61	1,060 – 1,240	24638	45308	#69 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 78% 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 1,986 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
70	Cedar Crest College	886	99.13	980 – 1,210	23036	48295	#70 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA Based in Allentown, Cedar Crest College accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students at Cedar Crest College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 886 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,295
71	Delaware Valley University	1768	93.26	1,090 – 1,270	28401	41324	#71 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Delaware Valley University Doylestown, PA Based in Doylestown, Delaware Valley University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,768 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $28,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
72	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	420	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19294	55620	#72 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington New Kensington, PA Located in New Kensington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington’s acceptance rate is 95%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 420 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
73	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	246	82.91	980 – 1,260	19204	32083	#73 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Bryn Athyn College of the New Church Bryn Athyn, PA Located in Bryn Athyn, Bryn Athyn College of the New Church’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 246 Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $19,204 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,083
74	Moore College of Art and Design	390	60.51	1,070 – 1,270	44371	30512	#74 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Moore College of Art and Design Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Moore College of Art and Design accepts 61% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at Moore College of Art and Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 390 Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $44,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,512
75	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	800	98.56	1,100 – 1,270	18239	55620	#75 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 77% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 800 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
76	Eastern University	2500	90.96	1,020 – 1,190	21900	41580	#76 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Eastern University Saint Davids, PA Found in Saint Davids, Eastern University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 83% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,500 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
77	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	1809	94.84	990 – 1,230	17909	54240	#77 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Found in Johnstown, the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more Undergraduates 1,809 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,909 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
78	Thiel College	831	71.89	950 – 1,180	22490	40686	#78 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Thiel College Greenville, PA Located in Greenville, Thiel College accepted 72% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Thiel College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 831 Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
79	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	4047	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	22406	55620	#79 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Located in Middletown, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 4,047 Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
80	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	315	96.99	1,100 – 1,330	16275	55620	#80 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre Dallas, PA Found in Dallas, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre accepts 97% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 315 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $16,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
81	Wilson College	1180	95.32	960 – 1,120	21567	37049	#81 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Wilson College Chambersburg, PA Based in Chambersburg, Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,180 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,049
82	Alvernia University	2050	62.32	980 – 1,140	26166	49938	#82 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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 980 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
83	Lincoln University	1545	65.72	820 – 960	12910	32865	#83 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Human Services, General. The school has a 73% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Undergraduates 1,545 Acceptance Rate 65.7% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $12,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
84	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	581	98.21	980 – 1,290	20294	55620	#84 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto Mont Alto, PA Located in Mont Alto, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 81% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 581 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
85	Neumann University	1658	81.28	850 – 1,100	29298	48556	#85 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
86	Pennsylvania College of Art and Design	414	99.24	--	30437	23638	#86 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania College of Art and Design Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Pennsylvania College of Art and Design currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 414 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,638
87	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	1880	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	22450	55620	#87 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading, PA Found in Reading, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more Undergraduates 1,880 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
88	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	350	97.12	990 – 1,210	18960	55620	#88 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois DuBois, PA Found in DuBois, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois accepts 97% of applicants. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 350 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
89	Rosemont College	484	74.51	980 – 1,190	19297	40852	#89 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
90	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	2884	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	17561	55620	#90 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA Located in Abington, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington’s acceptance rate is 97% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and......Read more Undergraduates 2,884 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
91	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	866	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19070	55620	#91 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Center Valley, PA Based in Center Valley, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 866 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
92	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	482	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	19329	55620	#92 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA Found in Monaca, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 482 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,329 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
93	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	1236	98.11	1,090 – 1,320	21739	55620	#93 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media, PA Found in Media, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 1,236 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
94	Albright College	1328	86.15	950 – 1,150	22116	45391	#94 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 86% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,328 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
95	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	1002	88.98	1,020 – 1,210	17015	54240	#95 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, PA Located in Bradford, the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,002 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
96	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	624	96.64	1,010 – 1,220	20317	55620	#96 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 97% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more Undergraduates 624 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
97	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	2371	98.08	1,080 – 1,300	22506	55620	#97 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,371 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $22,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
98	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	352	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	14933	55620	#98 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 96% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,388 each. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 352 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
99	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	502	96.41	1,100 – 1,310	19920	55620	#99 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton Hazleton, PA Based in Hazleton, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 12%. Physical Therapy......Read more Undergraduates 502 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
100	Keystone College	894	84.8	900 – 1,170	21461	36653	#100 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Keystone College La Plume, PA Found in La Plume, Keystone College’s acceptance rate is 85%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Undergraduates 894 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,653
101	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	1305	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	17196	54240	#101 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 95% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg, there is a 69% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,305 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
102	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	265	92.2	1,180 – 1,180	14895	55620	#102 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Sharon, PA Based in Sharon, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 265 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
103	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	675	97.41	1,060 – 1,250	19159	55620	#103 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 97% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 675 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
104	Thomas Jefferson University	3772	80.98	1,170 – 1,340	29097	64335	#104 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA In 2017, Thomas Jefferson University merged with nearby Philadelphia University. Today, the school has more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs available to its students, who are known as the Rams....Read more Undergraduates 3,772 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
105	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	724	79.13	850 – 1,080	8460	28568	#105 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Located in Cheyney, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 79%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 56% of students attending Cheyney University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 724 Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $8,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568
106	Peirce College	790	92.16	--	12905	41647	#106 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Peirce College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Peirce College accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 50% of students attending Peirce College will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 0% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 790 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,905 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,647
107	Point Park University	2337	96.91	1,030 – 1,260	25477	36906	#107 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Undergraduates 2,337 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $25,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
108	Central Penn College	806	29.39	660 – 910	18681	40798	#108 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Central Penn College Summerdale, PA Found in Summerdale, Central Penn College accepts 29% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 81% of students at Central Penn College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 806 Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 660 – 910 Avg. Net Price $18,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,798
109	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	718	81.78	--	14882	34365	#109 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Harrisburg, PA Based in Harrisburg, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students attending Harrisburg University of Science and Technology will receive institutional grant aid......Read more Undergraduates 718 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,365
110	Saint Vincent College	1284	61.73	--	23857	47267	#110 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania 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
111	Mount Aloysius College	2942	90.4	940 – 1,110	20570	45211	#111 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA Undergraduates 2,942 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
112	Curtis Institute of Music	106	6.95	--	21615	31201	#112 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA Undergraduates 106 Acceptance Rate 7.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201