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	11478	5.4	1,510 – 1,580	23570	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 99% first year retention rate, and 88% of students will go on to graduate in four years....Read more Undergraduates 11,478 Acceptance Rate 5.4% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $23,570 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,555
2	Swarthmore College	1623	7.46	1,490 – 1,560	22469	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 $22,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,211
3	Carnegie Mellon University	7377	11.66	1,500 – 1,570	35552	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 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 7,377 Acceptance Rate 11.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $35,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,360
4	Haverford College	1431	12.37	1,460 – 1,550	26535	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 $26,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,353
5	Lehigh University	5911	25.93	1,380 – 1,500	34154	88810	#5 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 $34,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,810
6	Villanova University	7004	26.98	1,410 – 1,510	37201	84905	#6 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 7,004 Acceptance Rate 27.0% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $37,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,905
7	Lafayette College	2775	31.45	1,370 – 1,490	38442	80614	#7 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 86% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 2,775 Acceptance Rate 31.5% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $38,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,614
8	Bucknell University	3920	28.93	1,330 – 1,470	39003	78852	#8 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 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $39,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,852
9	Bryn Mawr College	1360	29.43	1,300 – 1,500	33221	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 1,360 Acceptance Rate 29.4% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $33,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,102
10	Grove City College	2341	72.32	1,150 – 1,400	25289	63721	#10 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, 76% 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 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $25,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
11	Franklin and Marshall College	1808	28.19	1,330 – 1,470	43987	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 80% 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 $43,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,544
12	Dickinson College	2311	42.09	1,330 – 1,460	38483	57110	#12 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Dickinson College Carlisle, PA Found in Carlisle, Dickinson College accepts 42% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 96% of students attending Dickinson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,311 Acceptance Rate 42.1% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $38,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,110
13	Gettysburg College	2104	38.9	1,290 – 1,460	32769	57274	#13 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 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
14	Muhlenberg College	1737	71.99	1,280 – 1,430	34739	53265	#14 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 – English Language and Literature, 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
15	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	25900	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	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 25,900 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
16	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	42604	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#16 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 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% 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 $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
17	Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia	5044	88.83	1,190 – 1,360	31205	66438	#17 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Found in Philadelphia, Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia accepts 89% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,044 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,438
18	University of Scranton	3613	81.23	1,170 – 1,330	34234	62921	#18 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.” 95% receive institutional grants from the university, averaging $33,197 each. With an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 85% stay on after their first year and 75% graduate in four years. Undergraduates 3,613 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $34,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,921
19	Messiah University	2618	78.97	1,130 – 1,360	29408	50192	#19 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Messiah University Mechanicsburg, PA Messiah University has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 89% 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 $29,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,192
20	Ursinus College	1502	91.77	1,220 – 1,390	32158	54542	#20 2026 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 1,502 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $32,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,542
21	Duquesne University	5371	83.56	1,190 – 1,360	37917	62627	#21 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 1,190 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,627
22	Susquehanna University	2246	81.43	1,100 – 1,310	26444	51535	#22 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Susquehanna University Selinsgrove, PA Based in Selinsgrove, Susquehanna University accepts 81% 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 86%....Read more Undergraduates 2,246 Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,535
23	Elizabethtown College	1903	77.87	1,110 – 1,320	27760	54833	#23 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 62 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 $27,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,833
24	Temple University	21457	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#24 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 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 62% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 21,457 Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
25	Juniata College	1242	78.91	1,130 – 1,330	24580	48571	#25 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 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,571
26	Geneva College	1260	79.05	1,020 – 1,270	23528	46107	#26 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.” 97% of attending students receive grant aid, averaging $21,913 each. Athletes, known as the Golden Tornadoes, compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,260 Acceptance Rate 79.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,107
27	Saint Vincent College	1284	61.73	1,030 – 1,240	23758	47267	#27 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 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,758 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,267
28	Drexel University	13309	79.44	1,250 – 1,440	42801	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 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 13,309 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $42,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,063
29	Washington & Jefferson College	1306	80.64	1,010 – 1,270	22702	52082	#29 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.” 74% of students graduate within six years. Undergraduates 1,306 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,082
30	Saint Francis University	2567	76.82	1,060 – 1,240	28326	56920	#30 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 2,567 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
31	Moravian University	1992	54.17	1,080 – 1,290	31743	53471	#31 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 $31,743 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,471
32	Misericordia University	1720	70.93	1,060 – 1,230	26747	55910	#32 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 1,720 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $26,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,910
33	Lebanon Valley College	1720	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	27995	54021	#33 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $34,994, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Undergraduates 1,720 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
34	Allegheny College	1171	54.57	1,190 – 1,370	26420	45603	#34 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 100% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,171 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
35	Thomas Jefferson University	3772	80.97	1,170 – 1,340	29325	64335	#35 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 $29,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,335
36	DeSales University	2166	77.09	1,100 – 1,270	31732	52721	#36 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania DeSales University Center Valley, PA A Catholic liberal arts school, DeSales University offers 57 degree programs—Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse being the most sought after. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 83% first year retention rate, and 61% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 2,166 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
37	Walnut Hill College	175	42.72	--	26675	33867	#37 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Walnut Hill College accepts 43% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 76% of students at Walnut Hill College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 175 Acceptance Rate 42.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,867
38	Marywood University	1833	60.58	1,060 – 1,260	26217	47000	#38 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 $29,574 on average. Popular majors among students include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Physician Assistant....Read more Undergraduates 1,833 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $26,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,000
39	Chatham University	1550	61.96	1,080 – 1,320	31280	48709	#39 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, Counseling Psychology, and Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Undergraduates 1,550 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
40	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	14449	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#40 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, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Undergraduates 14,449 Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
41	Seton Hill University	1501	79.53	1,020 – 1,250	23056	43700	#41 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 Pre-Physician Assistant....Read more Undergraduates 1,501 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	Arcadia University	2030	80.22	1,070 – 1,270	30037	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 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,030 Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $30,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,004
43	Widener University	2975	70.93	1,080 – 1,290	26778	63375	#43 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Widener University Chester, PA Based in Chester, Widener University accepted 71% 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 2,975 Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,375
44	Curtis Institute of Music	109	4.58	--	23686	31201	#44 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Curtis Institute of Music accepts 5% of applicants and requires $150 for undergraduate applications and $150 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Curtis Institute of Music will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 109 Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,201
45	Robert Morris University	4325	89.89	1,050 – 1,240	23933	54449	#45 2026 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
46	Moore College of Art and Design	535	56.46	1,200 – 1,390	43626	30512	#46 2026 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
47	Mercyhurst University	2274	81.02	990 – 1,190	25946	39565	#47 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 98% of students at Mercyhurst University will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $30,422 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Undergraduates 2,274 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,565
48	Immaculata University	1652	85.76	1,160 – 1,330	24708	56416	#48 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, 99% receive grant aid, $19,066 on average and 50% of students will graduate in 4 years. Undergraduates 1,652 Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,416
49	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	6835	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#49 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 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,835 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
50	Westminster College	1137	92.56	1,040 – 1,260	20394	43938	#50 2026 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 81% first year retention rate, 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 62% six year graduation rate. 505 athletes, known as the Titans, wear navy blue and white. Undergraduates 1,137 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,938
51	La Salle University	2080	96.59	1,050 – 1,270	18069	53701	#51 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania La Salle University Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, La Salle University accepted 97% 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 74%....Read more Undergraduates 2,080 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,701
52	Gannon University	2768	74.16	1,000 – 1,270	23123	55319	#52 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 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,768 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,123 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,319
53	Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School	1793	55.89	1,070 – 1,280	25940	36747	#53 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 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
54	Lycoming College	1012	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20492	43713	#54 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, $43,470 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 55% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 1,012 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
55	Gwynedd Mercy University	1301	89.63	1,030 – 1,190	27960	65976	#55 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 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,976
56	York College of Pennsylvania	3369	73.74	1,030 – 1,280	20096	50940	#56 2026 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
57	Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania	9847	93.09	990 – 1,190	16111	44053	#57 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA Located in Bloomsburg, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania accepts 93% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78% and its four......Read more Undergraduates 9,847 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,053
58	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College	3244	96.83	1,130 – 1,320	23764	55620	#58 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 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 3,244 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
59	Point Park University	2337	96.91	1,030 – 1,250	26502	36906	#59 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Point Park University Pittsburgh, PA Located in Pittsburgh, Point Park University’s acceptance rate is 97%. 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 74% first year retention rate and a 53% four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,337 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $26,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,906
60	King's College	1568	93.11	1,070 – 1,270	23689	51734	#60 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. Physician Assistant, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General are popular majors and 49% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 1,568 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,734
61	Cedar Crest College	870	84.07	1,000 – 1,230	23691	48295	#61 2026 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
62	Carlow University	1355	86.95	960 – 1,170	21002	44876	#62 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 95% 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 44% of students......Read more Undergraduates 1,355 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,876
63	Waynesburg University	1030	89.82	950 – 1,240	18667	48994	#63 2026 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 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 1,030 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
64	Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster	1348	41.21	1,050 – 1,220	38730	69019	#64 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster Lancaster, PA Based in Lancaster, Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster’s acceptance rate is 41% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 5% of students at Saint Joseph's University - Lancaster will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 81% and......Read more Undergraduates 1,348 Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $38,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,019
65	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	6306	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#65 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 $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
66	Wilkes University	2076	90.64	1,030 – 1,260	28511	54128	#66 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 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 2,076 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,128
67	Alvernia University	2192	58.06	1,100 – 1,290	28645	49938	#67 2026 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
68	Holy Family University	2643	71.04	910 – 1,150	14072	55285	#68 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 . Approximately 100% of students attending Holy Family University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,643 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,285
69	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	5823	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#69 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 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
70	Bryn Athyn College of the New Church	245	82.94	1,060 – 1,300	20728	32083	#70 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 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 245 Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,083
71	Eastern University	2500	90.77	1,020 – 1,190	27422	41580	#71 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 100% of students at Eastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,500 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,580
72	Pennsylvania Western University	7586	94.33	940 – 1,150	18094	38474	#72 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 81% 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 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
73	Delaware Valley University	1768	93.21	1,100 – 1,320	28975	41324	#73 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 93.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $28,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,324
74	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	4371	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#74 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 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
75	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	7353	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#75 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 96% 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 $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
76	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly	405	95.47	1,120 – 1,250	15112	55620	#76 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 87% 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 $15,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
77	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton	800	98.52	1,100 – 1,270	17536	55620	#77 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 . About 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 800 Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
78	Chestnut Hill College	868	74.46	900 – 1,090	28588	45221	#78 2026 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
79	Cairn University-Langhorne	856	88.17	1,000 – 1,160	23273	37077	#79 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 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 856 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,077
80	Rosemont College	486	76.34	980 – 1,190	20994	40852	#80 2026 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 486 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
81	La Roche University	1828	75.76	930 – 1,190	24108	45308	#81 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA Found in Pittsburgh, La Roche University accepts 76% 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 1,828 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,308
82	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg	4047	97.6	1,120 – 1,320	23788	55620	#82 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 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
83	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	420	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19504	55620	#83 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 . 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 85%....Read more Undergraduates 420 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
84	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks	1880	98.67	1,090 – 1,280	23721	55620	#84 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 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% 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 $23,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
85	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	1813	94.84	990 – 1,230	18452	54240	#85 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 98% of students at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first......Read more Undergraduates 1,813 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,452 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
86	Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia	112	90.24	--	11885	53468	#86 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA Located in Philadelphia, Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia accepts 90% of applicants and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and . About 65% of students at Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 112 Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
87	Thiel College	833	71.55	950 – 1,180	22545	40686	#87 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 833 Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,686
88	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre	315	96.99	1,090 – 1,330	16621	55620	#88 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 87% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 315 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $16,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
89	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	8051	91.15	1,120 – 1,350	19314	55620	#89 2026 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
90	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	4891	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#90 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 Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Undergraduates 4,891 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
91	Pennsylvania College of Technology	4526	0	--	23675	47995	#91 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Undergraduates 4,526 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
92	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	350	97.12	990 – 1,210	17880	55620	#92 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 83% 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 $17,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
93	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	581	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#93 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 84% 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 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
94	Wilson College	1379	92.11	930 – 1,180	21748	37049	#94 2026 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
95	Pennsylvania College of Art and Design	414	99.24	--	28826	23638	#95 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 45% 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 $28,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,638
96	University of Valley Forge	517	61.2	840 – 1,100	27083	35671	#96 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 840 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $27,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,671
97	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford	1009	88.54	1,020 – 1,210	15830	54240	#97 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 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,009 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
98	Neumann University	1658	81.28	910 – 1,100	28469	48556	#98 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 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,556
99	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	624	96.64	1,020 – 1,230	19039	55620	#99 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 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 624 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
100	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington	2884	96.77	1,080 – 1,270	19232	55620	#100 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 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 77% and......Read more Undergraduates 2,884 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $19,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
101	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver	482	95.65	1,100 – 1,290	18581	55620	#101 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 87% 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 $18,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
102	Albright College	1230	76.33	950 – 1,150	20587	45391	#102 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,230 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
103	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	352	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	15574	55620	#103 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 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 78%....Read more Undergraduates 352 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
104	Lincoln University	1545	65.72	820 – 960	14473	32865	#104 2026 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 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 $14,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,865
105	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine	1236	98.11	1,080 – 1,310	22710	55620	#105 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 67% of students at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 1,236 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
106	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	1321	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	18365	54240	#106 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 1,321 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,365 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
107	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona	2371	98.06	1,080 – 1,300	21618	55620	#107 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 72% 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 $21,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
108	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley	866	97.37	1,130 – 1,320	19066	55620	#108 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 73% 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 $19,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
109	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	502	96.41	1,090 – 1,290	17512	55620	#109 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 88% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and its four year graduation rate is 10%. Physical Therapy......Read more Undergraduates 502 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
110	Mount Aloysius College	2942	82.05	920 – 1,170	22216	45211	#110 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Mount Aloysius College Cresson, PA Found in Cresson, Mount Aloysius College’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Mount Aloysius College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,942 Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,211
111	Keystone College	894	84.8	910 – 1,130	21952	36653	#111 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 84% 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 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,952 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,653
112	Central Penn College	671	18.46	660 – 910	17263	40798	#112 2026 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
113	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York	675	97.41	1,060 – 1,260	18887	55620	#113 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 79% 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 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $18,887 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
114	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	265	92.2	1,040 – 1,230	18383	55620	#114 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 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 265 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $18,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
115	Harrisburg University of Science and Technology	706	87.35	--	15984	34365	#115 2026 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 706 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,984 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,365
116	Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	617	0	--	14207	28568	#116 2026 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Cheyney, PA Undergraduates 617 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,568