2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference

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The selectivity index is a rating system that looks at overall acceptance rate divided by the percentage of accepted students who enroll (yield rate). It's a measurement of both the selectivity and desirability of the college or university.

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Rank	Institution	Selectivity Index	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Texas A&M International University	0.8145	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 3.4% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
2	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	0.4993	80.46	970 – 1,140	11159	35925	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 0.1% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
3	The University of Texas Permian Basin	0.4634	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 15.7% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
4	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	0.4032	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 48.2% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
5	Oklahoma Christian University	0.3736	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 99% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Selectivity Index 0.4 49.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
6	Lubbock Christian University	0.3543	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 17.9% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
7	Angelo State University	0.338	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 31.4% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
8	West Texas A & M University	0.3307	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 18.4% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
9	The University of Texas at Tyler	0.2873	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 0.4% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
10	Texas Woman's University	0.2068	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 3.9% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
11	Western Oregon University	0.1898	98.1	930 – 1,150	14006	42537	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 90% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,925 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 17.4% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
12	Sul Ross State University	0.1851	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
13	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	0.1759	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.5% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
14	Midwestern State University	0.1384	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 23.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
15	St. Mary's University	0.1291	97.76	890 – 1,310	20412	44130	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 51 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
16	Dallas Baptist University	0.1262	88.84	990 – 1,230	30057	45138	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 44.9% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
17	Saint Edward's University	0.1172	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Lone Star Conference Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Selectivity Index 0.1 30.1% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743