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Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges

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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	United States Naval Academy	8.9637	9.27	1,210 – 1,410	0	63721	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD A public undergraduate school, the United States Naval Academy’s motto, in Latin, is “Ex Scientia Tridens,” or “From Knowledge, Seapower.” It was established in 1845 and saw disruption and riots during the Civil War that almost caused the government to move the school. Today, it has a 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 9.0 Acceptance Rate 9.3% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
2	United States Military Academy	6.257	12.45	1,230 – 1,440	0	63721	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges United States Military Academy West Point, NY The United States Military Academy, also known as West Point or the Academy, accepts just 12% of applicants. 78% of these accepted students will go on to attend. Their motto is “Duty • Honor • Country.” The entire site of West Point is a national landmark and is home to historic sites, a museum, and more. Selectivity Index 6.3 Acceptance Rate 12.5% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
3	United States Air Force Academy	5.6935	14.09	1,240 – 1,450	0	63721	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO Students who complete the United States Air Force Academy’s four year program receive commissions as second lieutenants along with their bachelor’s degrees. The USAFA is extremely selective, and 78% of accepted students enroll. With a 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, it also boasts a very high first year retention rate of 97%. Selectivity Index 5.7 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
4	University of California-Los Angeles	5.5753	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Selectivity Index 5.6 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
5	Modesto Junior College	4.188	0	--	5605	59213	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Selectivity Index 4.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
6	Bellevue College	4.1308	0	--	13932	47460	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Selectivity Index 4.1 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
7	University of California-Berkeley	4.0281	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 97% first year retention rate, 82% go on to graduate within four years, 94% within six. Selectivity Index 4.0 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
8	University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon	3.6286	35.33	1,120 – 1,300	6819	22382	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon Bayamon, PR Found in Bayamon, the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon accepted 35% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students at the University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 3.6 Acceptance Rate 35.3% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $6,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,382
9	Moorpark College	3.4921	0	--	2727	37374	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Selectivity Index 3.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
10	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	3.2424	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Selectivity Index 3.2 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
11	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	3.016	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Selectivity Index 3.0 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
12	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	2.9576	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	10154	57057	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Selectivity Index 3.0 Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
13	United States Coast Guard Academy	2.713	22.44	1,260 – 1,410	0	63721	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges United States Coast Guard Academy New London, CT “Scientiæ Cedit Mare,” or “the sea yields to knowledge,” is the motto of the United States Coast Guard Academy. Founded in 1876, it’s the smallest of the five service academies....Read more Selectivity Index 2.7 Acceptance Rate 22.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
14	Tyler Junior College	2.4062	0	--	9292	33789	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Selectivity Index 2.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
15	University of Virginia-Main Campus	2.3724	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Selectivity Index 2.4 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
16	University of Maine at Augusta	2.1816	0	--	11077	36467	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Maine at Augusta Augusta, ME Selectivity Index 2.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,077 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,467
17	Ohio University-Eastern Campus	2.1565	0	--	4730	48991	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, OH Selectivity Index 2.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
18	Austin Community College District	1.9619	0	--	5466	38647	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Austin Community College District Austin, TX Selectivity Index 2.0 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
19	Adams State University	1.9119	99.18	890 – 1,170	13340	38338	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 82% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 51% and 21% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Selectivity Index 1.9 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
20	Feather River Community College District	1.8742	0	--	13941	54552	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Selectivity Index 1.9 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
21	The University of Texas at Austin	1.7508	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Selectivity Index 1.8 Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
22	University of Florida	1.7347	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Selectivity Index 1.7 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
23	United States Merchant Marine Academy	1.7102	34.24	1,110 – 1,320	4101	96770	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges United States Merchant Marine Academy Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy’s motto is “Acta Non Verba”, or “Deeds not Words.” The Academy accepted 500 out of 1,370 applications last year. The only available majors are Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, and Systems Engineering. Selectivity Index 1.7 Acceptance Rate 34.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,770
24	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus	1.6775	0	--	5854	48991	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, OH Selectivity Index 1.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
25	University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	1.5294	56.52	1,110 – 1,360	18035	32706	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR Based in Mayaguez, the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 26% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 1.5 Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,706
26	University of Puerto Rico-Humacao	1.5277	54.8	980 – 1,210	12523	20013	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Humacao Humacao, PR Found in Humacao, the University of Puerto Rico-Humacao accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 17% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Humacao will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 1.5 Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,013
27	Georgia Highlands College	1.518	67.02	830 – 1,010	6838	37516	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia Highlands College Rome, GA Found in Rome, Georgia Highlands College accepts 67% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 7% of students at Georgia Highlands College will receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia Highlands College, there is a 59% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years......Read more Selectivity Index 1.5 Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $6,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,516
28	Big Bend Community College	1.5132	0	--	14474	58542	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA Selectivity Index 1.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
29	CUNY Lehman College	1.5116	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 1.5 2.9% Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
30	University of Puerto Rico-Carolina	1.4754	54.54	810 – 1,060	12596	22317	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Carolina Carolina, PR Located in Carolina, the University of Puerto Rico-Carolina’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 22% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 1.5 Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $12,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,317
31	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	1.4392	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Selectivity Index 1.4 Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
32	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	1.4214	29.97	1,130 – 1,360	13140	24537	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 30% of applicants. 55% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 93% first year retention rate....Read more Selectivity Index 1.4 Acceptance Rate 30.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $13,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
33	University of Puerto Rico at Ponce	1.3751	52.45	930 – 1,220	9830	22404	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico at Ponce Ponce, PR Based in Ponce, the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Puerto Rico at Ponce, there is a 73% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 1.4 Acceptance Rate 52.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $9,830 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,404
34	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras	1.3739	54.59	1,030 – 1,300	8350	22417	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 28% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 1.4 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $8,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,417
35	Dickinson State University	1.3207	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 1.3 Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
36	Lorain County Community College	1.3191	0	--	4126	33660	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH Selectivity Index 1.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,660
37	Western Wyoming Community College	1.294	0	--	8913	38726	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Western Wyoming Community College Rock Springs, WY Selectivity Index 1.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,726
38	Bellingham Technical College	1.2552	0	--	8294	43235	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA Selectivity Index 1.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,235
39	Florida State University	1.2543	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	15815	49814	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Selectivity Index 1.3 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
40	University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo	1.2472	59.18	580 – 640	10356	19546	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo, PR Located in Arecibo, the University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo’s acceptance rate is 59% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 16% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 1.2 Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score 580 – 640 Avg. Net Price $10,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,546
41	University of Florida-Online	1.2282	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 61% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 95%....Read more Selectivity Index 1.2 Acceptance Rate 61.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $10,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
42	Colegio Universitario de San Juan	1.169	75.38	--	0	22675	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colegio Universitario de San Juan San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, Colegio Universitario de San Juan’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $15 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Colegio Universitario de San Juan will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56% of......Read more Selectivity Index 1.2 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,675
43	Minot State University	1.1546	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 1.2 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
44	University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla	1.122	81.4	800 – 1,030	7945	18193	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla Aguadilla, PR Found in Aguadilla, the University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Selectivity Index 1.1 Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $7,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,193
45	Olympic College	1.1161	0	--	8157	34510	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Olympic College Bremerton, WA Selectivity Index 1.1 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
46	Florida Polytechnic University	1.0247	57.52	1,180 – 1,350	13016	77545	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 75% and 31% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more Selectivity Index 1.0 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,016 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
47	University of Georgia	1.0194	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Selectivity Index 1.0 Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
48	Fashion Institute of Technology	0.8987	60.24	--	16340	50102	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 13% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
49	Santa Monica College	0.8948	0	--	5685	51847	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
50	Los Angeles Mission College	0.8794	0	--	15357	34437	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
51	Hillsborough Community College	0.8685	0	--	3333	59213	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
52	University of Puerto Rico at Cayey	0.8532	53	850 – 1,080	10176	21819	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico at Cayey Cayey, PR Based in Cayey, the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey accepts 53% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students at the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey will receive grant aid from the school. 76% of students continued studying at the University of Puerto Rico at Cayey after completing......Read more Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,819
53	Haskell Indian Nations University	0.8252	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
54	West Virginia University Institute of Technology	0.8184	36.68	920 – 1,130	11281	45181	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Based in Beckley, West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepted 37% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 36.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
55	Cascadia College	0.8032	0	--	13782	44620	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Cascadia College Bothell, WA Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
56	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	0.7867	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
57	William & Mary	0.7807	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	19686	62959	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
58	Texas A&M International University	0.7759	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
59	University of Puerto Rico-Utuado	0.774	64.11	770 – 990	13441	21063	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Utuado Utuado, PR Located in Utuado, the University of Puerto Rico-Utuado’s acceptance rate is 64%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 770 – 990 Avg. Net Price $13,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,063
60	North Carolina State University	0.7595	41.74	1,310 – 1,450	15522	57623	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 94% first year retention rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $15,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
61	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	0.7395	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
62	Northeastern Illinois University	0.7377	74.6	820 – 1,020	14140	43801	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 75% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 52% first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $14,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
63	Colorado Mountain College	0.731	0	--	7631	36307	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
64	Rio Hondo College	0.7134	0	--	16449	54803	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
65	University of California-San Diego	0.7101	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 26.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
66	Seattle Central College	0.702	0	--	11187	39072	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
67	McNeese State University	0.6999	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Based in Lake Charles, McNeese State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 44% of students attending McNeese State University will receive institutional grant aid. At McNeese State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 28% of students will earn a......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
68	Paradise Valley Community College	0.698	0	--	13296	41597	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
69	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	0.6846	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 28 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
70	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	0.68	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 72% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
71	Yavapai College	0.674	0	--	8929	35028	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
72	Broward College	0.6713	0	--	14343	33772	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Broward College Fort Lauderdale, FL Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,772
73	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	0.6713	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
74	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	0.6696	94.7	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Massachusetts Maritime Academy Buzzards Bay, MA The second oldest state maritime academy in the country, the Massachusetts Maritime Academy was founded in 1891. Its motto is “Discipline, Knowledge, Leadership.” Students train on the USTS Kennedy and select one of the 7 programs. Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is the most popular. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
75	Grambling State University	0.6647	44.86	870 – 1,030	17018	25589	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 45% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 44.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
76	Skyline College	0.6604	0	--	6639	59213	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Skyline College San Bruno, CA Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
77	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	0.657	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
78	University of North Georgia	0.6543	67.94	990 – 1,210	11157	43085	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Based in Dahlonega, the University of North Georgia’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending the University of North Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
79	University of California-Irvine	0.6525	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
80	East Central University	0.6499	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
81	University of Alaska Southeast	0.6494	63.29	900 – 1,140	13827	38811	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
82	Indian River State College	0.6459	0	--	4427	33822	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indian River State College Fort Pierce, FL Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,822
83	University of Central Florida	0.6321	40.11	1,210 – 1,350	13351	47137	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 40% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
84	University of Wisconsin-Madison	0.6312	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
85	University of Akron Wayne College	0.626	89.92	890 – 1,140	6983	42269	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Akron Wayne College Orrville, OH Based in Orrville, the University of Akron Wayne College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Wayne College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $6,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
86	Weatherford College	0.6259	0	--	9086	36014	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
87	Ilisagvik College	0.6245	80.14	--	9373	31396	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ilisagvik College Barrow, AK Found in Barrow, Ilisagvik College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at Ilisagvik College currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 0% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,396
88	Clark State College	0.6163	0	--	11860	32341	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Clark State College Springfield, OH Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,341
89	University of Alaska Anchorage	0.6146	66.52	890 – 1,090	16039	42313	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 55% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
90	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	0.6141	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	40734	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
91	Texas A&M University-College Station	0.6057	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
92	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	0.5926	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
93	Glendale Community College	0.5908	0	--	12607	37269	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
94	Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College	0.5902	75.72	890 – 1,090	7308	35495	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Based in Tifton, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $7,308 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,495
95	Rogers State University	0.5902	81.84	890 – 970	15314	39324	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 15% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $15,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
96	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	0.5889	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
97	Pierce College District	0.5819	0	--	11340	39406	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
98	Purdue University-Main Campus	0.5786	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
99	University of West Georgia	0.5737	51.61	950 – 1,130	12913	41000	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 52% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
100	San Diego State University	0.5581	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
101	College of Micronesia-FSM	0.5541	87.07	--	6245	21711	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges College of Micronesia-FSM Pohnpei, FM Found in Pohnpei, the College of Micronesia-FSM accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $10 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 13% of students attending the College of Micronesia-FSM currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,245 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,711
102	Kent State University at Tuscarawas	0.5496	0	--	12576	40179	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OH Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
103	University of Central Oklahoma	0.5437	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
104	Maine Maritime Academy	0.5412	54.14	1,100 – 1,260	23618	93944	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Maine Maritime Academy Castine, ME Located on a peninsula on the Bagaduce River and Penobscot Bay, the Maine Maritime Academy is a non-federal maritime training school. Students aren’t required to join the military after graduation. Many study Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer. A fairly selective school, 33% of those accepted enroll. Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $93,944
105	Clemson University	0.5386	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $25,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
106	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus	0.5351	0	--	5957	48991	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, OH Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
107	Southern University and A & M College	0.535	35.12	840 – 1,020	18353	33033	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 35% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 16% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 35.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $18,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
108	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	0.5298	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
109	University of South Florida	0.5288	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11579	48328	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
110	Bowling Green State University-Firelands	0.5239	0	930 – 1,110	15782	41281	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Firelands Huron, OH Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
111	Auburn University	0.5236	45.92	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $25,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
112	Chemeketa Community College	0.5211	0	--	8163	35771	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
113	Kennesaw State University	0.5202	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	15636	47863	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 6% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
114	Vincennes University	0.5162	0	--	12895	35834	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
115	Valley City State University	0.5157	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will graduate within four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
116	Southern Oregon University	0.5075	88.62	980 – 1,230	17959	39326	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
117	Clayton State University	0.5024	68.45	860 – 1,070	8192	41633	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 68% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 18% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $8,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
118	San Diego Mesa College	0.4933	0	--	10316	59213	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
119	Los Angeles Valley College	0.4928	0	--	13550	33987	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
120	University of Alaska Fairbanks	0.4899	64.69	1,010 – 1,320	11278	40746	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 76% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,369 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
121	University of Maryland-College Park	0.4792	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
122	Tarleton State University	0.4775	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
123	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	0.4684	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.5 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
124	Minnesota State University Moorhead	0.4674	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
125	Georgia College & State University	0.4652	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	21632	50644	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 24.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
126	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	0.4588	75.33	930 – 1,180	13442	37008	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 91% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
127	James A- Rhodes State College	0.4587	0	--	8628	38657	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges James A- Rhodes State College Lima, OH Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,657
128	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	0.4586	54.78	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $24,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
129	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	0.4537	80.46	970 – 1,140	11159	35925	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
130	Fort Hays State University	0.4511	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
131	Delaware State University	0.449	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
132	Greenville Technical College	0.4442	0	--	9015	68416	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,416
133	Kent State University at Trumbull	0.4439	0	--	11562	40179	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Trumbull Warren, OH Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
134	University of North Dakota	0.4424	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
135	Black Hills State University	0.4413	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
136	The University of Tennessee Southern	0.4388	86.71	970 – 1,180	14546	36151	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee Southern Pulaski, TN Found in Pulaski, The University of Tennessee Southern’s acceptance rate is 87%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 82% of students attending The University of Tennessee Southern currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 23% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,151
137	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	0.4372	81.09	1,040 – 1,240	15347	42209	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 81% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 81.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
138	University of Central Missouri	0.4371	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
139	Indiana University-Southeast	0.4363	84.46	990 – 1,190	9102	42290	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, IN Based in New Albany, Indiana University-Southeast accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,290
140	The University of Texas Permian Basin	0.4353	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 0.4 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
141	Middle Tennessee State University	0.4352	69.09	1,040 – 1,240	13859	39941	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 53% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 3.2% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
142	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	0.4327	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
143	Kent State University at Salem	0.4289	0	--	13301	40179	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Salem Salem, OH Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
144	Palm Beach State College	0.4253	0	--	9577	33729	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,729
145	Georgia Southwestern State University	0.4246	75.17	890 – 1,110	11769	42047	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA Based in Americus, Georgia Southwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 35% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. Elementary Education and Teaching,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,047
146	Virginia Military Institute	0.4243	71.25	1,110 – 1,330	18825	63545	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 562 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Southern Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
147	Indiana University-South Bend	0.424	83.84	960 – 1,190	9003	41388	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-South Bend South Bend, IN Found in South Bend, Indiana University-South Bend’s acceptance rate is 84% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 46% of students attending Indiana University-South Bend currently receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-South Bend, there is a 65% first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,388
148	Youngstown State University	0.4218	84.45	1,010 – 1,220	12757	37590	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 79% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a 28% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,757 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
149	Colorado School of Mines	0.4168	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	82950	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
150	North Carolina A & T State University	0.4159	49.9	980 – 1,170	10097	36638	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, or A&T for short, is the largest HBCU in the country. The campus is often called “Aggieland.” In 1960, four Aggies helped kick off the Civil Rights movement when they conducted a “sit-in” at a Woolworth’s....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
151	SUNY Maritime College	0.4149	72.41	1,130 – 1,300	20312	83439	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY Maritime College Throggs Neck, NY SUNY Maritime College, founded in 1847, is located about 30 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. Students at SUNY Maritime College can "Chart Your Own Course," which means they can choose from one of two different experiences—the Traditional Lifestyle (a more traditional campus experience) or the Regiment Lifestyle (preparing cadets......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $83,439
152	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	0.4146	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
153	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	0.4144	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
154	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	0.4111	50.55	980 – 1,190	7287	38467	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 51% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 64% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $7,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
155	Binghamton University	0.41	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
156	Alcorn State University	0.409	45.33	840 – 1,010	12376	27752	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS Alcorn State University is highly selective, accepting 3,000 out of 6,530 applicants. 21% of accepted students enrolled. Established in 1871, this HBCU was built on the site of the old Oakland College, a school that never truly reopened after the Civil War. Women were admitted starting in 1895. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 45.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $12,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,752
157	Farmingdale State College	0.4084	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	9655	55901	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
158	University of California-Santa Barbara	0.4084	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
159	University of Missouri-Kansas City	0.404	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
160	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	0.4027	92.54	970 – 1,180	13134	39485	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
161	Florida SouthWestern State College	0.4025	0	--	8356	37028	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
162	Indiana University-East	0.401	67.22	980 – 1,180	8718	44827	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-East Richmond, IN Found in Richmond, Indiana University-East’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 57% of students at Indiana University-East currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 67.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,718 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,827
163	Winona State University	0.3962	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
164	Pennsylvania College of Technology	0.3949	0	--	23675	47995	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Pennsylvania College of Technology Williamsport, PA Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,995
165	West Texas A & M University	0.3942	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 0.4 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
166	University of Missouri-Columbia	0.3924	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
167	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	0.3914	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
168	University of Arkansas	0.3892	74.3	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
169	State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota	0.3875	0	--	22034	35254	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota Bradenton, FL Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,034 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,254
170	Georgia State University	0.3866	55.44	960 – 1,200	16854	37844	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 28% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 34% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
171	Georgia Gwinnett College	0.3864	95.5	940 – 1,170	15225	36756	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia Gwinnett College Lawrenceville, GA Based in Lawrenceville, Georgia Gwinnett College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 5% of students attending Georgia Gwinnett College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 0.8% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,756
172	University of Central Arkansas	0.3853	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16546	36670	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
173	Gordon State College	0.3841	85.9	880 – 1,150	7807	33163	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Gordon State College Barnesville, GA Found in Barnesville, Gordon State College accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 12% of students at Gordon State College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 51% and 5% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $7,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,163
174	University of South Carolina-Columbia	0.381	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 67% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
175	West Liberty University	0.3805	97.27	920 – 1,150	13655	36822	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 38% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
176	Nicholls State University	0.3802	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 53% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
177	University of Hawaii at Hilo	0.3781	60.63	880 – 1,130	12673	37204	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 61%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 73% and 26% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
178	University of Louisiana at Monroe	0.3762	84.75	1,000 – 1,210	13648	40430	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
179	University of South Carolina Beaufort	0.3753	72.5	940 – 1,110	15363	39214	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton, SC Located in Bluffton, the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s acceptance rate is 72%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending the University of South Carolina Beaufort currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,214
180	Governors State University	0.3748	48.27	830 – 1,060	12756	45435	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Governors State University University Park, IL Based in University Park, Governors State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Governors State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,435
181	Bluefield State University	0.3742	97.23	890 – 1,090	15814	35030	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 84% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
182	The University of Montana-Western	0.3733	99.78	890 – 1,090	16745	37252	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT Based in Dillon, The University of Montana-Western’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
183	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	0.3703	58.78	940 – 1,190	12033	40040	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
184	Texas Tech University	0.3699	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
185	University of California-Davis	0.3677	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
186	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	0.3655	94.19	870 – 1,090	5282	35812	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
187	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	0.3645	96.17	980 – 1,220	11553	42865	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
188	Seminole State College of Florida	0.3637	0	--	8448	35589	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, FL Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,589
189	University of Northern Iowa	0.3611	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
190	Wichita State University	0.361	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
191	Louisiana Tech University	0.3606	86.4	1,090 – 1,290	12325	44903	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
192	Northern State University	0.3602	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
193	Midland College	0.3591	0	--	5071	38470	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Midland College Midland, TX Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
194	Ohio State University-Main Campus	0.3578	60.57	1,310 – 1,450	19783	51438	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
195	Florida International University	0.3577	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	11178	47768	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
196	Indiana University-Kokomo	0.3545	86.48	970 – 1,160	3880	42134	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, IN Based in Kokomo, Indiana University-Kokomo accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending Indiana University-Kokomo currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $3,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,134
197	University of South Carolina Aiken	0.3542	78.54	1,000 – 1,230	12236	39689	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
198	West Virginia University	0.3527	89	1,020 – 1,230	15169	45181	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 91% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
199	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	0.3525	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
200	Bowie State University	0.3509	72.41	800 – 1,090	17287	43877	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s fairly selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
201	Lander University	0.3509	81.31	940 – 1,170	15520	36851	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 81% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
202	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	0.3486	57.11	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
203	California State University-Long Beach	0.3475	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
204	Kent State University at Stark	0.3474	0	--	10861	40179	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Stark North Canton, OH Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
205	Nevada State University	0.3419	86.82	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
206	Fort Valley State University	0.3414	65.87	950 – 1,100	10047	28649	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, GA Found in Fort Valley, Fort Valley State University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,649
207	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	0.3412	0	--	10869	44523	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
208	Shepherd University	0.3407	96.78	900 – 1,150	11744	43726	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 97% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and its four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,744 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
209	Valdosta State University	0.3406	72.29	920 – 1,110	11144	39416	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
210	University of North Alabama	0.3387	87.31	1,040 – 1,240	11745	38295	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama 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 90% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
211	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	0.3383	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
212	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	0.3371	88.59	970 – 1,180	11429	46546	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 34% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
213	South Dakota State University	0.3367	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
214	Texas State University	0.336	89.32	990 – 1,210	15716	46716	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
215	University of Alabama in Huntsville	0.3345	68.57	1,190 – 1,410	19396	55610	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $19,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
216	North Dakota State University	0.3335	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
217	University of Houston	0.3333	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
218	Angelo State University	0.3332	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
219	Fairmont State University	0.3306	98.62	850 – 1,090	11328	41197	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Located in Fairmont, Fairmont State University accepts 99% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 78% of students at Fairmont State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Fairmont State University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,197
220	Kansas State University	0.3292	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
221	Arkansas Tech University	0.3286	95.89	930 – 1,140	12626	37638	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
222	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	0.3283	87.01	1,140 – 1,310	13017	42668	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
223	Tennessee Technological University	0.3271	76.13	1,040 – 1,290	15336	43759	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
224	University of North Carolina Wilmington	0.3271	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18976	46972	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
225	University of North Texas	0.3267	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
226	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	0.3262	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
227	University of West Florida	0.325	58.24	1,040 – 1,260	10092	42204	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
228	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	0.3238	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
229	Iowa State University	0.3209	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
230	Northeastern State University	0.3204	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
231	Coppin State University	0.3202	45.83	880 – 1,020	9831	42243	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Coppin State University Baltimore, MD Found in Baltimore, Coppin State University accepts 46% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 71% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $8,275 on average. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 45.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $9,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,243
232	Minnesota State University, Mankato	0.3173	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
233	Mississippi Valley State University	0.3147	92.38	760 – 930	10232	25817	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 70% first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
234	The College of New Jersey	0.3144	62.29	1,150 – 1,350	25580	62649	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
235	Indiana University-Indianapolis	0.3137	76.37	1,040 – 1,260	12228	47173	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 72% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
236	Taft College	0.3134	0	--	5025	33687	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Taft College Taft, CA Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
237	Kent State University at Ashtabula	0.3126	0	--	12653	40179	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Ashtabula Ashtabula, OH Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
238	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	0.3126	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21430	49218	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
239	University of Nebraska at Omaha	0.3118	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
240	Western Kentucky University	0.3118	93.87	870 – 1,070	12548	38156	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 91% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $12,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
241	Georgia Southern University	0.3113	87.89	990 – 1,140	15971	44423	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 30% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
242	University of the Virgin Islands	0.3103	98.98	810 – 1,040	7464	32360	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of the Virgin Islands Charlotte Amalie, VI Found in Charlotte Amalie, the University of the Virgin Islands accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 61% of students at the University of the Virgin Islands currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,360
243	University of Southern Indiana	0.3101	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
244	Southeastern Louisiana University	0.3096	99.31	970 – 1,180	13116	37124	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 99% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
245	The University of Texas at Arlington	0.3079	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
246	Truman State University	0.3075	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
247	Lane Community College	0.3066	0	--	10989	33726	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Lane Community College Eugene, OR Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
248	University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff	0.3066	41.18	810 – 1,000	12373	31161	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff, AR The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public HBCU that has eight academic divisions, though Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular area of study. It’s a highly selective school, and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include professional athletes, jazz musicians, and politicians. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 41.2% SAT Score 810 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $12,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,161
249	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	0.3059	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
250	The University of Montana	0.3054	95.86	1,140 – 1,310	17370	35729	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
251	Eastern Kentucky University	0.3044	77.61	1,010 – 1,210	12279	38611	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 83% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,279 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
252	Augusta University	0.3043	86.41	970 – 1,160	13976	45037	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 18.2% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
253	South Seattle College	0.3036	0	--	8012	43070	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges South Seattle College Seattle, WA Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,012 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
254	Rowan University	0.3032	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
255	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	0.3018	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	15045	48812	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
256	Ohio University-Southern Campus	0.3014	0	--	6014	48991	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, OH Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
257	Stony Brook University	0.3006	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
258	University of Louisville	0.3	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	19785	46571	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
259	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	0.2997	59.73	1,320 – 1,500	22948	60347	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 83% graduate in six years. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
260	The University of Texas at Dallas	0.2971	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	57249	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
261	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	0.297	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
262	University of South Carolina-Upstate	0.2954	67.26	1,030 – 1,200	13999	43339	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 67% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 70% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
263	University of Utah	0.2954	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
264	University of Maine at Fort Kent	0.2948	97.92	890 – 1,070	8601	61217	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent, ME Based in Fort Kent, the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Maine at Fort Kent, there is a 89% first year retention rate and a 27% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 129.4% Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $8,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,217
265	Southwest Minnesota State University	0.2941	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
266	University of Akron Main Campus	0.294	59.67	930 – 1,210	14693	42269	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 92% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 27% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
267	University of Nevada-Reno	0.2939	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	49182	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 41% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
268	Middle Georgia State University	0.2937	99.68	940 – 1,190	11883	39624	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Middle Georgia State University Macon, GA Located in Macon, Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $11,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
269	University of Connecticut	0.2936	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 92% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General. Selectivity Index 0.3 4.6% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $25,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
270	University of South Alabama	0.2927	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	16074	41307	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
271	University of North Florida	0.2921	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	11135	46546	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $11,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
272	Marshall University	0.2911	95.73	960 – 1,170	8076	39561	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
273	Indiana University-Northwest	0.2898	73.39	920 – 1,190	5745	39714	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-Northwest Gary, IN Located in Gary, Indiana University-Northwest accepts 73% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of students at Indiana University-Northwest will receive grant aid from the school. At Indiana University-Northwest, there is a 71% first year retention rate and 18% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $5,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,714
274	Alabama A & M University	0.2883	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $17,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
275	Florida Gulf Coast University	0.2861	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 46% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
276	Missouri University of Science and Technology	0.2855	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
277	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	0.2853	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	51013	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
278	Auburn University at Montgomery	0.2848	91.57	980 – 1,190	13945	38216	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 85.9% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
279	Pittsburg State University	0.2831	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
280	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois	0.2821	97.12	990 – 1,210	17880	55620	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
281	University of Minnesota Rochester	0.2819	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 54% of students will graduate in......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,585
282	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	0.2797	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	55620	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
283	East Tennessee State University	0.2792	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
284	Carolinas College of Health Sciences	0.279	59.9	950 – 1,380	52023	59817	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Carolinas College of Health Sciences Charlotte, NC Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $52,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,817
285	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	0.2789	95.34	860 – 1,090	10942	44352	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 2.5% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
286	Pennsylvania Western University	0.278	94.33	940 – 1,150	18094	38474	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
287	Santa Fe College	0.2777	0	--	11903	34919	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,919
288	Central Connecticut State University	0.277	73.33	960 – 1,190	17528	49016	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General are popular undergraduate areas of study. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
289	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	0.277	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
290	Columbus State University	0.2763	99.12	850 – 1,090	12420	39190	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
291	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	0.2736	81.72	1,010 – 1,240	14769	46524	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
292	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango	0.2697	92.2	1,040 – 1,230	18383	55620	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
293	University of Kansas	0.2696	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
294	CUNY Hunter College	0.2695	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
295	Boise State University	0.2691	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
296	University of Illinois Chicago	0.269	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	10852	53218	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 70% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 40% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
297	Missouri State University-Springfield	0.2685	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
298	University of Montevallo	0.2683	53.85	1,010 – 1,240	17890	35406	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 54% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 0.7% Acceptance Rate 53.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,890 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
299	University of Wisconsin-Stout	0.2679	87.67	1,040 – 1,280	15673	50251	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 88% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
300	Northern Kentucky University	0.2678	67.65	970 – 1,210	9211	42105	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 68%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
301	Collin County Community College District	0.2677	0	--	6970	38984	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
302	Eastern Florida State College	0.2671	0	--	6738	32437	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Eastern Florida State College Melbourne, FL Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,437
303	University of Iowa	0.2652	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
304	Wayne State University	0.2637	81.16	1,070 – 1,280	14416	45207	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
305	College of Coastal Georgia	0.2632	98.13	900 – 1,110	14941	35382	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges College of Coastal Georgia Brunswick, GA Found in Brunswick, the College of Coastal Georgia accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students attending the College of Coastal Georgia will receive grant aid from the school. At the College of Coastal Georgia,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,382
306	Del Mar College	0.2631	0	--	3593	32526	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,526
307	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	0.2611	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	24696	48310	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
308	Austin Peay State University	0.2599	96.41	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
309	Ohio State University-Newark Campus	0.2597	0	--	14144	51438	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Newark Campus Newark, OH Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
310	University of Idaho	0.2596	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	15111	42602	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
311	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton	0.2593	96.41	1,090 – 1,290	17512	55620	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
312	Francis Marion University	0.2591	86.39	880 – 1,150	11727	36304	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 21% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
313	Zane State College	0.2586	0	--	8506	32808	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Zane State College Zanesville, OH Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,808
314	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus	0.2582	88.33	940 – 1,230	14176	63322	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
315	SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry	0.2581	63.28	1,150 – 1,330	19814	48327	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry Syracuse, NY Commonly chosen majors and programs at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry include Conservation Biology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Studies. Located next to Syracuse University, it also has research and education facilities in Adirondack Park, central New York, the Thousand Islands, and Costa Rica. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,327
316	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	0.2578	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.3 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
317	Prairie View A & M University	0.2575	79.31	870 – 1,080	14448	36350	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
318	The University of Tennessee-Martin	0.2563	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11955	38863	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
319	Jacksonville State University	0.2547	77.69	940 – 1,200	14221	40158	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 65% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
320	Illinois State University	0.2546	88.15	1,010 – 1,230	21369	50599	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 51% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
321	Mississippi State University	0.2545	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	18478	43487	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
322	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	0.2544	91.8	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
323	Rose State College	0.2539	0	--	12036	33124	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rose State College Midwest City, OK Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,124
324	James Madison University	0.2537	71.52	1,180 – 1,340	18856	57438	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 27% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 92% and 66% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
325	Shawnee State University	0.2531	68.91	980 – 1,190	13996	35080	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Found in Portsmouth, Shawnee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 63% of students attending Shawnee State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,080
326	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	0.2525	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	24283	41281	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Found in Bowling Green, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus accepts 81% of applicants and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending Bowling Green State University-Main Campus currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, there......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
327	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	0.2523	90.6	1,230 – 1,480	10777	62979	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
328	Vermont State University	0.2523	81.67	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $45 to apply. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $4,126 each. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
329	St. Mary's College of Maryland	0.2516	68.63	1,160 – 1,350	21071	52286	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City, MD Founded in 1840, St. Mary’s College of Maryland was originally known as St. Mary’s Female Seminary. It shares its campus with Historic St. Mary’s City, which was the state’s first colony and capital. A majority of students attending today are female, but the school has been co-educational since 1949. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,286
330	University of New Orleans	0.2515	74.31	930 – 1,150	12258	38410	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
331	University of Michigan-Dearborn	0.251	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
332	Southeast Missouri State University	0.2508	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
333	University of Minnesota Duluth	0.2507	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
334	Bemidji State University	0.2504	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
335	Solano Community College	0.2503	0	--	7102	59423	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
336	University of Wisconsin-Parkside	0.2496	75.39	930 – 1,210	10234	42154	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI Located in Kenosha, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 21% of students will graduate in......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,154
337	Rhode Island College	0.2495	91.82	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
338	The Evergreen State College	0.2492	96.37	1,080 – 1,290	18350	34774	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 31% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
339	Lamar University	0.248	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.4% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
340	Kent State University at East Liverpool	0.2474	0	--	14377	66389	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at East Liverpool East Liverpool, OH Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,389
341	Northwest Missouri State University	0.2472	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
342	Purdue University Northwest	0.247	72.36	890 – 1,150	7916	48439	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 74% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
343	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto	0.2469	98.21	980 – 1,300	19675	55620	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
344	University of Memphis	0.2467	72.03	970 – 1,180	12756	40921	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
345	The University of Texas at Tyler	0.2463	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 0.2 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
346	Purdue University Fort Wayne	0.2454	83.89	990 – 1,230	14735	42873	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 88% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
347	University of Southern Mississippi	0.2445	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	15095	37710	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $15,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
348	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	0.2444	82.52	960 – 1,180	13898	62979	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
349	Florida Atlantic University	0.2442	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	10225	45647	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
350	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	0.244	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
351	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	0.244	85.72	930 – 1,180	12709	47909	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 10,200 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
352	Bakersfield College	0.2438	0	--	16637	29867	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
353	The University of Texas at San Antonio	0.2438	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
354	Ohio State University-Marion Campus	0.2424	0	--	13191	51438	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Marion Campus Marion, OH Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
355	Trinity Valley Community College	0.242	0	--	5015	59213	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
356	University of Vermont	0.2412	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	20084	48164	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $55 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $20,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
357	Kean University	0.2404	75.9	930 – 1,150	12708	46603	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 10.6% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
358	Ramapo College of New Jersey	0.2404	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
359	Western Washington University	0.2402	93.25	1,160 – 1,400	24338	45272	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
360	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	0.2396	90.68	970 – 1,210	16263	45851	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 91% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.7% Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
361	The University of Alabama	0.239	76.65	1,180 – 1,400	22559	52233	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,559 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
362	University of Wyoming	0.2382	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
363	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	0.2377	22.72	1,100 – 1,290	22124	60168	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 22.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $22,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
364	SUNY College of Technology at Alfred	0.2371	75.68	1,000 – 1,200	15283	45460	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Alfred Alfred, NY Located in Alfred, SUNY College of Technology at Alfred accepts 76% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 94% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Alfred currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At SUNY College of Technology at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,460
365	University of Kentucky	0.2365	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	21958	47266	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 52% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
366	Ball State University	0.2359	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13599	44394	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
367	Henderson State University	0.2357	81.92	900 – 1,080	20444	35194	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR Located in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending Henderson State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 81.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,194
368	Oregon State University	0.2356	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
369	New Jersey Institute of Technology	0.2351	65.07	1,220 – 1,470	17313	69591	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ Based in Newark, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 65% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at New Jersey Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation rate is 48%. Three......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $17,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
370	Colorado State University Global	0.2329	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colorado State University Global Denver, CO Found in Denver, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 10% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $16,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
371	Morehead State University	0.2327	77.21	1,040 – 1,240	9630	37131	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
372	Utah State University	0.2321	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15788	44822	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
373	Indiana University-Bloomington	0.2318	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	53417	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
374	Kent State University at Kent	0.2318	86.34	990 – 1,220	21278	40179	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
375	University of Hawaii at Manoa	0.2318	86.6	970 – 1,240	17202	45701	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 24.7% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
376	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington	0.2314	95.29	1,110 – 1,270	19504	55620	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
377	CUNY New York City College of Technology	0.2312	80.29	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 9% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
378	Emporia State University	0.231	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
379	University of Virginia's College at Wise	0.2309	28.54	960 – 1,120	14378	39725	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 29% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,378 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
380	Virginia Commonwealth University	0.2297	92.62	1,020 – 1,280	26836	47161	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 81% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
381	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	0.2289	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
382	Arkansas State University	0.2282	82.26	970 – 1,180	12410	38944	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 82% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
383	Metropolitan State University	0.2282	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#383 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
384	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	0.2278	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
385	Eastern Washington University	0.2266	90.75	890 – 1,100	14767	46469	#385 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
386	Sam Houston State University	0.2266	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
387	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	0.2255	88.97	890 – 1,130	10719	32960	#387 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $7,305 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
388	University of Alabama at Birmingham	0.2247	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17997	46572	#388 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 76% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 6.8% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
389	Montana State University	0.2246	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
390	Coastal Carolina University	0.2243	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14379	38070	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
391	Texas Southern University	0.2241	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#391 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
392	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	0.2235	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#392 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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. Selectivity Index 0.2 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
393	Laredo College	0.2233	0	--	5363	27435	#393 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Laredo College Laredo, TX Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
394	Ohio University-Main Campus	0.2231	84.99	1,110 – 1,310	21907	48991	#394 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
395	SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	0.2231	84.02	990 – 1,170	18140	37901	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill Cobleskill, NY Located in Cobleskill, SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill accepts 84% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 8.7% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $18,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,901
396	Washington State University	0.223	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $90 for graduate applications. About 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 41% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 9.1% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
397	Grand Valley State University	0.2222	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#397 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at Grand......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
398	Massachusetts College of Art and Design	0.2221	76.27	990 – 1,180	24864	27090	#398 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA Found in Boston, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,090
399	State University of New York at Cortland	0.2219	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#399 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
400	George Mason University	0.2211	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18823	60536	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 45% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
401	University of Mary Washington	0.2211	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21800	49411	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 94% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
402	Western Oregon University	0.2211	98.1	930 – 1,150	14006	42537	#402 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
403	Bridgewater State University	0.2207	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#403 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
404	Towson University	0.2207	81.97	960 – 1,240	16653	54302	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
405	Missouri Western State University	0.2203	0	--	13126	37499	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
406	Sul Ross State University	0.2201	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#406 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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
407	Saginaw Valley State University	0.2198	72.07	930 – 1,180	11546	43530	#407 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Psychology, and General are also commonly chosen programs. A fairly selective school, 98% of students receive institutional grants, $7,869 on average. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
408	Montana Technological University	0.2196	91.05	1,020 – 1,220	16665	48356	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Montana Technological University Butte, MT Montana Technological University’s motto “De Re Metallica,” or “Of the metals,” pays homage to the school’s original name – the Montana School of Mines. The school’s seal features mining tools as well. The Orediggers wear green and copper, and athletes could be eligible for athletic scholarships. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,356
409	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	0.2192	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#409 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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. Selectivity Index 0.2 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
410	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	0.2191	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
411	Colorado Mesa University	0.2178	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
412	Fort Lewis College	0.2162	77.3	990 – 1,230	17114	36352	#412 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 61% of students attending Fort Lewis College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
413	Old Dominion University	0.2155	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16419	46732	#413 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
414	Pasco-Hernando State College	0.2154	0	--	6064	34724	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey, FL Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
415	Michigan State University	0.2153	84.8	1,190 – 1,370	23657	55084	#415 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
416	The University of Texas at El Paso	0.2151	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#416 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
417	University of Delaware	0.2139	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#417 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. Selectivity Index 0.2 22.7% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
418	University of South Dakota	0.2131	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#418 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
419	Christopher Newport University	0.2127	86.04	1,080 – 1,300	23148	51931	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $23,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
420	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	0.2124	83.04	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 79% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $16,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
421	University of Rhode Island	0.2111	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
422	Montana State University Billings	0.2105	99.47	1,000 – 1,180	15018	39531	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Montana State University Billings Billings, MT Based in Billings, Montana State University Billings accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students at Montana State University Billings currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,531
423	Salisbury University	0.21	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	18760	51926	#423 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
424	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	0.2079	86.88	920 – 1,170	13473	43087	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 67% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
425	Wright State University-Main Campus	0.2076	96.33	930 – 1,220	15254	42229	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH Based in Dayton, Wright State University-Main Campus accepts 96% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 87% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wright State University-Main Campus, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 27% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
426	Central Washington University	0.2068	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#426 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
427	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	0.2054	63.11	1,150 – 1,320	19772	50843	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, OR Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
428	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	0.2054	88.51	1,120 – 1,300	11404	39869	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
429	University of Nebraska at Kearney	0.2052	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
430	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	0.2045	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
431	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	0.2039	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
432	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill	0.2032	96.64	1,020 – 1,230	19039	55620	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
433	Texas Woman's University	0.2029	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#433 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 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
434	University of Arizona	0.202	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Big Twelve Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
435	Montclair State University	0.2018	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#435 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
436	Murray State University	0.2014	85.68	1,000 – 1,230	10182	38473	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 96% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $10,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
437	Appalachian State University	0.2011	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
438	Dakota State University	0.2006	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#438 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
439	University of Toledo	0.1998	92.02	1,130 – 1,330	17844	44162	#439 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
440	University of West Alabama	0.1995	42.65	890 – 1,090	13954	37106	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 42.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
441	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	0.1987	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#441 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
442	SUNY Brockport	0.1984	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15725	47164	#442 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
443	College of Charleston	0.1979	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	21004	43821	#443 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 84% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
444	University of Baltimore	0.1974	78.74	740 – 1,330	14545	48197	#444 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Baltimore’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 60%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 740 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,197
445	University of Colorado Boulder	0.1965	78.08	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
446	Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny	0.1957	96.47	1,080 – 1,280	15574	55620	#446 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
447	CUNY City College	0.1949	60.02	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#447 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 69% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
448	Concord University	0.1944	92.56	860 – 1,120	11379	33094	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
449	Missouri Southern State University	0.1941	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#449 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
450	Central State University	0.194	98.61	800 – 970	11398	27173	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Central State University Wilberforce, OH Based in Wilberforce, Central State University accepts 99% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at Central State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 800 – 970 Avg. Net Price $11,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,173
451	Tennessee State University	0.1932	70.11	890 – 1,070	14586	34160	#451 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 28% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
452	Quincy College	0.1931	0	--	14704	43642	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Quincy College Quincy, MA Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,642
453	Western Connecticut State University	0.191	87.01	1,040 – 1,170	17185	45997	#453 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Found in Danbury, Western Connecticut State University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 77% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 73% of students decide to stay at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $17,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,997
454	New College of Florida	0.1904	73.2	1,070 – 1,250	9078	32611	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
455	University of Mississippi	0.1901	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	15045	45336	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
456	Eastern Oregon University	0.1896	98.31	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#456 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
457	Winthrop University	0.1891	79.25	1,020 – 1,240	16108	39048	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
458	Troy University	0.1888	96.04	970 – 1,210	12842	39392	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 24% of students will graduate in......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
459	East Carolina University	0.1887	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#459 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 83% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
460	University of Wisconsin-Superior	0.1886	93.01	970 – 1,180	13215	41868	#460 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Found in Superior, the University of Wisconsin-Superior accepts 93% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,868
461	University at Buffalo	0.1885	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#461 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 71% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
462	Worcester State University	0.1881	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
463	University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown	0.1878	94.84	990 – 1,230	18452	54240	#463 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
464	Alabama State University	0.1875	97.55	850 – 1,040	13138	27453	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Alabama State University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Alabama State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 57% of students attending Alabama State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 97.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,453
465	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	0.1871	97.5	980 – 1,220	17115	46384	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 10,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
466	Miami University-Oxford	0.1859	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	28229	49773	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $28,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
467	Lincoln University	0.1858	65.72	820 – 960	14473	32865	#467 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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. Selectivity Index 0.2 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
468	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	0.1854	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
469	University of Missouri-St Louis	0.1849	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#469 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 35.3% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
470	Gulf Coast State College	0.1848	0	--	7729	33651	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Gulf Coast State College Panama City, FL Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,651
471	Westfield State University	0.1843	81.41	980 – 1,190	17406	46861	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 81% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and around 52% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
472	California State University-Stanislaus	0.1839	98.14	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 63% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
473	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	0.1836	88.18	960 – 1,190	12850	63322	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
474	Elizabeth City State University	0.1833	64.22	900 – 1,110	6483	33776	#474 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 89% of students receive grant aid – about $10,732 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $6,483 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
475	University of Minnesota-Crookston	0.1829	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#475 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.5% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
476	California State University-Fresno	0.1819	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#476 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 21% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
477	University at Albany	0.1818	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	51380	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 58% of students......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
478	Norfolk State University	0.181	87.77	830 – 1,040	9124	33412	#478 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Based in Norfolk, Norfolk State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students decide to stay at Norfolk State University after completing......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,412
479	University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg	0.1809	95.21	1,050 – 1,260	18365	54240	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
480	Eastern Connecticut State University	0.1799	82.98	1,070 – 1,260	21512	47289	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 83% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students at Eastern Connecticut State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
481	Longwood University	0.1798	90.22	1,030 – 1,220	20847	46058	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 90% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $7,486 on average. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
482	Portland State University	0.1795	90.87	970 – 1,220	10195	46937	#482 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 60% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 6.8% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
483	Lake-Sumter State College	0.1792	0	--	6552	33193	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Lake-Sumter State College Leesburg, FL Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,193
484	Salem State University	0.1789	95.88	990 – 1,160	17541	48209	#484 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 73 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
485	Temple University	0.1786	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges 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 Selectivity Index 0.2 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
486	SUNY College of Technology at Delhi	0.1779	89.01	920 – 1,160	16371	42826	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Delhi, NY Found in Delhi, SUNY College of Technology at Delhi’s acceptance rate is 89%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at SUNY College of Technology at Delhi currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 57%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,826
487	University of Maine at Farmington	0.1779	96.72	1,000 – 1,250	17451	31513	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, ME The University of Maine at Farmington opened in 1864, originally known as the Western State Normal School. It underwent several name changes over the following century. The school newspaper is “The Farmington Flyer,” and the Beavers wear maroon, gold, and gray, and compete in the North Atlantic Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,513
488	East Texas A&M University	0.1778	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#488 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
489	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	0.1766	80.87	980 – 1,240	9760	53671	#489 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, NH The University of New Hampshire at Manchester has programs that focus on urban issues. Two popular majors include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business/Commerce, and General. According to the UNH Manchester website, it has a 94% placement rate for graduates....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
490	Columbia Basin College	0.175	0	--	10656	38255	#490 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
491	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	0.1747	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#491 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
492	Stockton University	0.1744	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	20761	48223	#492 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
493	CUNY Queens College	0.1739	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
494	SUNY at Purchase College	0.1737	74.05	1,210 – 1,380	18211	31229	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY Found in Purchase, SUNY at Purchase College accepts 74% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $18,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,229
495	Spokane Community College	0.1737	0	--	6132	37814	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,132 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,814
496	Indiana State University	0.1735	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#496 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
497	Kent State University at Geauga	0.1729	0	--	11886	40179	#497 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Kent State University at Geauga Burton, OH Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
498	State University of New York at New Paltz	0.1729	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
499	Northern Michigan University	0.1721	84.02	990 – 1,210	15707	37996	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
500	Northern Arizona University	0.172	89.61	990 – 1,190	16371	47308	#500 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Public Colleges Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Information Technology, though there are 176 degree programs available. 98% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,702 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308