2027 College Rankings

Best Colleges in Pennsylvania

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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	9989	4.92	1,510 – 1,570	23570	90555	#1 2027 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 86% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Undergraduates 9,989 Acceptance Rate 4.9% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $23,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
2	Swarthmore College	1631	7.52	1,480 – 1,560	22469	56211	#2 2027 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 1,631 Acceptance Rate 7.5% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
3	Curtis Institute of Music	109	4.4	--	23686	31201	#3 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA The Curtis Institute of Music offers all students merit-based scholarships that completely cover the cost of tuition. Students with demonstrated financial need may also receive aid to pay for living expenses. Highly selective, the institute only accepts 4% of applicants. 100% of these students enroll the following semester. Undergraduates 109 Acceptance Rate 4.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201
4	Carnegie Mellon University	7728	11.07	1,500 – 1,580	35552	105360	#4 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA Some popular majors at Carnegie Mellon University include Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Science. 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 7,728 Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
5	Villanova University	6933	28.14	1,420 – 1,520	37201	84905	#5 2027 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 6,933 Acceptance Rate 28.1% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $37,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
6	Haverford College	1420	13.31	1,450 – 1,540	26535	53353	#6 2027 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 1,420 Acceptance Rate 13.3% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $26,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
7	Lehigh University	5986	28.96	1,380 – 1,500	34154	88810	#7 2027 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 5,986 Acceptance Rate 29.0% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $34,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
8	Bryn Mawr College	1288	28.15	1,310 – 1,480	33221	53102	#8 2027 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 95% 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 1,288 Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $33,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
9	Lafayette College	2675	31.16	1,350 – 1,490	38442	80614	#9 2027 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 76% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 2,675 Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
10	Bucknell University	3928	32.2	1,170 – 1,390	39003	78852	#10 2027 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 752 athletes competing in several sports, such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse. Undergraduates 3,928 Acceptance Rate 32.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
11	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	21388	59.45	1,290 – 1,460	25223	54240	#11 2027 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 38,500 of applicants and 15% of these students enrolled. Undergraduates 21,388 Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
12	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	42604	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#12 2027 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 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 70% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 42,604 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
13	Franklin and Marshall College	1778	31.63	1,310 – 1,480	43987	62544	#13 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Franklin and Marshall College Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Franklin and Marshall College accepts 32% of applicants. They request $62 for undergraduate applications and . About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,778 Acceptance Rate 31.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
14	Grove City College	2247	66.7	1,130 – 1,380	25289	63721	#14 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Grove City College Grove City, PA Grove City College is a non-denominational college founded in 1876. With an 83% first year retention rate, 74% of students will graduate in 4 years. Mechanical Engineering is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 2,247 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
15	Muhlenberg College	1737	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#15 2027 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 1,737 Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $34,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,265
16	University of Scranton	3689	80.06	1,160 – 1,330	34234	62921	#16 2027 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.” 95% receive institutional grants from the university, averaging $33,197 each. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 87% stay on after their first year and 76% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 3,689 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $34,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
17	Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia	4999	92.96	1,160 – 1,360	31205	66438	#17 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia accepts 93% 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 4,999 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
18	Dickinson College	2140	41.49	1,340 – 1,440	38483	57110	#18 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 41% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,140 Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
19	Drexel University	12318	69.9	1,270 – 1,450	42801	69063	#19 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Drexel University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Drexel University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 88% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 12,318 Acceptance Rate 69.9% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $42,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
20	Messiah University	2722	81.07	1,160 – 1,380	29408	50192	#20 2027 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 2,722 Acceptance Rate 81.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $29,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
21	Susquehanna University	2220	79.08	1,090 – 1,310	26444	51535	#21 2027 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 97% of students attending Susquehanna University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $45,185 each. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Undergraduates 2,220 Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
22	Duquesne University	5382	86.39	1,150 – 1,360	37917	62627	#22 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Duquesne University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Duquesne University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Duquesne University currently receive grant aid from the school. 85% of students continued studying at Duquesne University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 5,382 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
23	Elizabethtown College	1935	88.92	1,110 – 1,320	27760	54833	#23 2027 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 69 areas of study to choose from, in-demand programs include Occupational Therapy/Therapist, Business Administration and Management, General, and Trauma Counseling....Read more Undergraduates 1,935 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
24	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	4047	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#24 2027 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 58% 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 $23,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
25	Gettysburg College	2104	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#25 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Gettysburg College Gettysburg, PA Located in Gettysburg, Gettysburg College accepts 39% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Gettysburg College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,104 Acceptance Rate 38.9% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $32,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,274
26	Ursinus College	1378	92.85	1,220 – 1,390	32158	54542	#26 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Ursinus College Collegeville, PA 100% of students at Ursinus College receive grant aid, around $44,754 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....Read more Undergraduates 1,378 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
27	Thomas Jefferson University	3772	80.98	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#27 2027 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 $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
28	Juniata College	1276	79.41	1,170 – 1,360	24580	48571	#28 2027 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 1,276 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
29	Temple University	21031	86.22	1,030 – 1,330	28088	50860	#29 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 58% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 21,031 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
30	Lebanon Valley College	1834	80.8	1,190 – 1,330	27995	54021	#30 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 84% 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 1,834 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
31	Allegheny College	1125	58.77	1,140 – 1,350	26420	45603	#31 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,125 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
32	DeSales University	2172	77.09	1,100 – 1,270	31732	52721	#32 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 60 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 64% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 2,172 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,721
33	Saint Francis University	2567	76.82	1,060 – 1,240	28326	56920	#33 2027 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 2,567 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,920
34	Moravian University	2125	73.66	1,010 – 1,240	31743	53471	#34 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Moravian University Bethlehem, PA Based in Bethlehem, Moravian University accepted 74% 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 2,125 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
35	Robert Morris University	4325	89.89	1,050 – 1,240	23933	54449	#35 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Robert Morris University Moon Township, PA Found in Moon Township, Robert Morris University’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of students at Robert Morris University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 4,325 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,933 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,449
36	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	14657	75.83	1,100 – 1,280	22546	51013	#36 2027 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 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Undergraduates 14,657 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
37	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	7088	74.48	1,000 – 1,200	18252	45398	#37 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,088 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
38	Geneva College	1299	95.56	1,040 – 1,300	23528	46107	#38 2027 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.” 97% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $21,913 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,299 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
39	Saint Vincent College	1157	78.63	1,040 – 1,240	23758	47267	#39 2027 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 1,157 Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,758 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
40	Moore College of Art and Design	535	56.46	1,200 – 1,390	43626	30512	#40 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Moore College of Art and Design Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Moore College of Art and Design accepts 56% of applicants. They charge $60 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 535 Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,512
41	Seton Hill University	1502	79.53	1,020 – 1,250	23056	43700	#41 2027 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 Creative Writing....Read more Undergraduates 1,502 Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $23,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,700
42	Chatham University	1555	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	31280	48709	#42 2027 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, Physician Assistant, and Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Undergraduates 1,555 Acceptance Rate 62.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,709
43	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	1793	55.89	1,070 – 1,280	25940	36747	#43 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School Lancaster, PA Located in Lancaster, Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,793 Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,747
44	Gannon University	2768	74.16	1,060 – 1,290	23123	55319	#44 2027 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 84% 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 $23,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
45	Carlow University	2303	87.68	950 – 1,220	21002	44876	#45 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, Carlow University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Carlow University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 56% of students......Read more Undergraduates 2,303 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,876
46	Mercyhurst University	2214	77.5	1,090 – 1,320	25946	39565	#46 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Mercyhurst University Erie, PA Based in Erie, Mercyhurst University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 98% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $30,422 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Undergraduates 2,214 Acceptance Rate 77.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
47	Immaculata University	1889	86.56	1,180 – 1,350	24708	56416	#47 2027 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, 99% receive grant aid, $19,066 on average and 48% of students will graduate in 4 years. Undergraduates 1,889 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
48	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	3211	95.94	1,140 – 1,350	23764	55620	#48 2027 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 96%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,211 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
49	Marywood University	1936	78.78	970 – 1,370	26217	47000	#49 2027 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 $29,574 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Undergraduates 1,936 Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
50	York College of Pennsylvania	3369	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#50 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania York College of Pennsylvania York, PA Based in York, York College of Pennsylvania accepts 74% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at York College of Pennsylvania will receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued studying at York College of Pennsylvania after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 3,369 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,940
51	King's College	1559	91.93	1,030 – 1,240	23689	51734	#51 2027 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 56% of the student population and 43% of enrolled students are women. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 50% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 1,559 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
52	Pennsylvania College of Technology	4526	100	1,040 – 1,220	23675	47995	#52 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania College of Technology accepts 100% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at Pennsylvania College of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 4,526 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
53	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	6229	89.42	1,060 – 1,290	22134	43309	#53 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 89% 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 6,229 Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
54	Arcadia University	2163	74.48	1,050 – 1,270	30037	44004	#54 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Arcadia University Glenside, PA Found in Glenside, Arcadia University accepted 74% 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 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,163 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
55	Washington & Jefferson College	1517	80.64	1,040 – 1,280	22702	52082	#55 2027 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.” 74% of students graduate within six years. Undergraduates 1,517 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
56	Holy Family University	2808	74.56	880 – 1,070	14072	55285	#56 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Holy Family University’s acceptance rate is 75% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,808 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
57	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	5823	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#57 2027 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 67% 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 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
58	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4371	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#58 2027 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 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 4,371 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
59	Westminster College	1110	91.67	1,080 – 1,210	20394	43938	#59 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Westminster College New Wilmington, PA 100% of students attending Westminster College receive grant aid, averaging $32,553 each. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, the school has an 72% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 59% six year graduation rate. 580 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Undergraduates 1,110 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
60	Waynesburg University	1032	89.81	950 – 1,240	18667	48994	#60 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Waynesburg University Waynesburg, PA 100% of Waynesburg University’s students receive grant aid, averaging $24,971 each. Many undergraduates major in Business Administration and Management, General. The campus is home to four parks, totalling 15 acres. Statue Park is dedicated to Civil War casualties. Waynesburg is non selective. Undergraduates 1,032 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,994
61	Wilkes University	2055	93.97	1,070 – 1,310	28511	54128	#61 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre, PA Based in Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,055 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
62	Gwynedd Mercy University	1816	91.64	980 – 1,160	27960	65976	#62 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Found in Gwynedd Valley, Gwynedd Mercy University accepted 92% 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 1,816 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
63	Point Park University	2498	98.4	1,030 – 1,260	26502	36906	#63 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Point Park University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Point Park University, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a 47% four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,498 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
64	Cedar Crest College	870	84.07	1,000 – 1,230	23691	48295	#64 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA Based in Allentown, Cedar Crest College accepts 84% 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 71%....Read more Undergraduates 870 Acceptance Rate 84.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $23,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,295
65	Misericordia University	1721	88.71	930 – 1,230	26747	55910	#65 2027 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 930 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $26,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
66	Rosemont College	504	76.34	980 – 1,190	20994	40852	#66 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Rosemont College Rosemont, PA Located in Rosemont, Rosemont College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 504 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,994 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,852
67	Lycoming College	1014	77.02	1,050 – 1,250	20492	43713	#67 2027 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, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 68% first year retention rate, and 47% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 1,014 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
68	La Salle University	2368	82.33	890 – 1,210	18069	53701	#68 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at La Salle University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Undergraduates 2,368 Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
69	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	586	95.77	1,060 – 1,220	19675	55620	#69 2027 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 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $65 to apply. About 84% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 586 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
70	Indiana University of Pennsylvania	7425	91.47	950 – 1,200	17626	42278	#70 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,425 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
71	Delaware Valley University	1680	92.68	1,090 – 1,290	28975	41324	#71 2027 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 1,680 Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
72	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	352	89.9	1,060 – 1,350	15112	55620	#72 2027 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 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Undergraduates 352 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
73	Alvernia University	2192	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#73 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Alvernia University Reading, PA Based in Reading, Alvernia University accepted 58% 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 2,192 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,938
74	Eastern University	3053	91.01	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#74 2027 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 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,053 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
75	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	739	94.69	1,070 – 1,310	17536	55620	#75 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton Dunmore, PA Found in Dunmore, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 739 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
76	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	475	94.18	1,110 – 1,280	18581	55620	#76 2027 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 94% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 475 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
77	Widener University	2975	70.93	1,070 – 1,290	26778	63375	#77 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Widener University Chester, PA Undergraduates 2,975 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
78	Cairn University-Langhorne	736	92.19	1,000 – 1,160	23273	37077	#78 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Based in Langhorne, Cairn University-Langhorne accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 736 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
79	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	384	87.39	1,080 – 1,360	19504	55620	#79 2027 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 87%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 90% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Undergraduates 384 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
80	Thiel College	830	71.89	950 – 1,180	22545	40686	#80 2027 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 830 Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
81	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	1709	96.53	1,110 – 1,330	23721	55620	#81 2027 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 97%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 72% of students continued studying at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State......Read more Undergraduates 1,709 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
82	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	375	93.19	1,100 – 1,270	17880	55620	#82 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois DuBois, PA Found in DuBois, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois accepts 93% of applicants. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 375 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
83	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	653	79.72	1,040 – 1,250	19039	55620	#83 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Schuylkill Haven, PA Based in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill accepts 80% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill currently receive grant aid from the school. At Pennsylvania State University-Penn......Read more Undergraduates 653 Acceptance Rate 79.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
84	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	5130	86.45	980 – 1,220	18610	44290	#84 2027 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, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Undergraduates 5,130 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
85	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	8051	91.17	1,120 – 1,350	19314	55620	#85 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 57% of students at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Undergraduates 8,051 Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $19,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
86	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	2710	93.74	1,110 – 1,330	19232	55620	#86 2027 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 94% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 80% and......Read more Undergraduates 2,710 Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
87	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	620	100	850 – 1,080	14207	28568	#87 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Located in Cheyney, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Cheyney University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 620 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568
88	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	898	95.24	1,110 – 1,340	19066	55620	#88 2027 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 95% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 898 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
89	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	1312	92.98	1,040 – 1,250	18365	54240	#89 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg Greensburg, PA Based in Greensburg, the University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg accepts 93% 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 68% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,312 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
90	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	504	90.95	1,110 – 1,290	17512	55620	#90 2027 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 91%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 80% and its four year graduation rate is 12%. Physical Therapy......Read more Undergraduates 504 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
91	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	1094	89.17	990 – 1,230	15830	54240	#91 2027 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 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,094 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
92	Wilson College	1379	92.11	930 – 1,180	21748	37049	#92 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Wilson College Chambersburg, PA Based in Chambersburg, Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,379 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,049
93	Albright College	1210	94.08	940 – 1,220	20587	45391	#93 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,210 Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
94	University of Valley Forge	503	54.68	1,020 – 1,170	27083	35671	#94 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Valley Forge Phoenixville, PA Based in Phoenixville, the University of Valley Forge’s acceptance rate is 55% 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 503 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
95	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	308	90.53	1,000 – 1,300	15574	55620	#95 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny McKeesport, PA Found in McKeesport, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny accepts 91% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $6,366 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 308 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
96	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	2280	96.75	1,130 – 1,320	21618	55620	#96 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Altoona, PA Based in Altoona, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona will receive institutional grant aid. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,280 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
97	La Roche University	1972	66.38	870 – 1,110	24108	45308	#97 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 66% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at La Roche University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,972 Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 870 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
98	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	625	95.22	1,060 – 1,260	18887	55620	#98 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA Based in York, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York accepts 95% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students attending Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 625 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
99	Lincoln University	1424	64.31	820 – 960	14473	32865	#99 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA Many undergraduates at Lincoln University choose to major in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. The school has a 76% first year retention rate and 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Cherelle Parker. Undergraduates 1,424 Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 820 – 960 Avg. Net Price $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
100	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	1078	96.46	1,090 – 1,360	22710	55620	#100 2027 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 96%. They require $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% 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 1,078 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $22,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
101	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	232	97.13	1,070 – 1,260	16621	55620	#101 2027 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 . Approximately 87% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 232 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
102	Central Penn College	671	18.46	660 – 910	17263	40798	#102 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Central Penn College Summerdale, PA Found in Summerdale, Central Penn College accepts 18% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Central Penn College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 671 Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 660 – 910 Avg. Net Price $17,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,798
103	Neumann University	1579	92.9	820 – 1,060	28469	48556	#103 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Neumann University Aston, PA Based in Aston, Neumann University’s acceptance rate is 93% 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 69%....Read more Undergraduates 1,579 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $28,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,556
104	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	1829	94.5	1,030 – 1,270	18452	54240	#104 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Johnstown, PA Undergraduates 1,829 Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,452 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
105	Chestnut Hill College	868	74.46	900 – 1,090	28588	45221	#105 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chestnut Hill College, there is a 62%......Read more Undergraduates 868 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,588 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,221
106	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	707	87.35	--	15984	34365	#106 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Harrisburg, PA Based in Harrisburg, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students attending Harrisburg University of Science and Technology will receive institutional grant aid......Read more Undergraduates 707 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,984 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,365
107	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	111	90.03	1,180 – 1,430	20728	32083	#107 2027 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 90% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 111 Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $20,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,083
108	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	264	89.86	960 – 1,070	18383	55620	#108 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Sharon, PA Based in Sharon, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango accepts 90% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 264 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
109	Keystone College	676	73.85	910 – 1,130	21952	36653	#109 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Keystone College La Plume, PA Found in La Plume, Keystone College’s acceptance rate is 74%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 38%....Read more Undergraduates 676 Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,952 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,653
110	Manor College	569	94.86	730 – 940	13684	36013	#110 2027 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Manor College Jenkintown, PA Based in Jenkintown, Manor College’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Manor College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 569 Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 730 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,013