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Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT)

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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	Harvard University	19.9809	4.18	1,460 – 1,560	17525	99572	#1 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Harvard University Cambridge, MA Harvard University has more alumni, researchers, and faculty that have won Nobel Prizes and Field Medals than any other school in the world. It also produced eight U.S. presidents, 188 living billionaires, and 110 Olympic medalists....Read more Selectivity Index 20.0 12.4% Acceptance Rate 4.2% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,572
2	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	18.9386	4.56	1,520 – 1,570	20996	131633	#2 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, MA The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, offers up to a Doctor's degree. It became a land grant-college in 1863. Top majors include Computer Science, Management Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Alumni have gone on to found well-known companies, such as Intel, Koch Industries, Raytheon, and Hewlett-Packard. Selectivity Index 18.9 0.8% Acceptance Rate 4.6% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $131,633
3	Yale University	14.3768	4.75	1,470 – 1,570	22408	81765	#3 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Yale University New Haven, CT Yale University got its start in 1701 as the Collegiate School, getting its current name in 1718. Their motto, “lux et veritas,” means “light and truth” in Latin. It's made up of fourteen schools including the undergraduate college, twelve professional schools, and the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences....Read more Selectivity Index 14.4 20.1% Acceptance Rate 4.8% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,765
4	Dartmouth College	11.7807	6.02	1,440 – 1,560	20322	82541	#4 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Dartmouth College Hanover, NH An Ivy League research university, Dartmouth College was founded before the Declaration of Independence was signed. Some famous alumni include Daniel Webster, Robert Frost, Dr. Seuss, and Thaddeus Stevens....Read more Selectivity Index 11.8 6.7% Acceptance Rate 6.0% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $20,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,541
5	Brown University	10.1735	6.34	1,460 – 1,560	26256	79131	#5 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Brown University Providence, RI Founded in 1764, Brown University was the first school in North America that accepted students regardless of their religion. Their women’s institution, Pembroke College, merged into Brown in 1971. Alumni have gone on to create famous companies including ZipRecruiter, Cards Against Humanity, and CNN....Read more Selectivity Index 10.2 15.8% Acceptance Rate 6.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,256 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,131
6	Northeastern University	8.2117	5.62	1,440 – 1,530	34207	78413	#6 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Northeastern University Boston, MA By enrollment, Northeastern University is one of the largest universities in Massachusetts. The school also has satellite campuses throughout the United States and Canada, including in Miami, Oakland, and Toronto, as well as one in London....Read more Selectivity Index 8.2 20.2% Acceptance Rate 5.6% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
7	Bowdoin College	7.9016	6.81	1,460 – 1,550	22228	61692	#7 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bowdoin College Brunswick, ME Bowdoin College is an extremely selective private liberal arts school. The college offers more than 40 majors, including joint Engineering programs with Columbia, Dartmouth, Caltech, and the University of Maine....Read more Selectivity Index 7.9 5.1% Acceptance Rate 6.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,692
8	Amherst College	5.1412	7.72	1,460 – 1,560	19049	62537	#8 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Amherst College Amherst, MA Amherst College is an extremely selective school. A majority of their first-year students come from All first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates total. The third oldest institution of higher education in the state, Amherst was originally a men’s college, becoming coeducational in 1975....Read more Selectivity Index 5.1 20.5% Acceptance Rate 7.7% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $19,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,537
9	Williams College	5.0592	8.61	1,480 – 1,560	15894	71754	#9 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Williams College Williamstown, MA Although it was originally founded as a men’s college in 1793, Williams College is composed of 51% men and 48% women today. It was created out of the funds of Ephraim Williams, who died in the French and Indian War. The college received 16,000 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 1,340. Selectivity Index 5.1 1.5% Acceptance Rate 8.6% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $15,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,754
10	Colby College	4.8667	8.03	1,430 – 1,540	16219	60052	#10 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Colby College Waterville, ME Colby College is a private liberal arts school and home to the Perkins Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary. It boasts a strong student-to-faculty of 9 to 1, a 91% first year retention rate, and an 77% four-year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 4.9 25.3% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,219 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,052
11	Tufts University	4.5083	10.82	1,460 – 1,540	32367	68337	#11 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Tufts University Medford, MA Opened in 1852 as Tufts College, Tufts University is a small liberal arts school. It became a doctoral/research university in the 1970s. The university offers over 70 undergraduate major programs. Computer Science, International Relations and Affairs, and Dentistry are popular areas of study. Selectivity Index 4.5 17.0% Acceptance Rate 10.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,337
12	Middlebury College	3.2858	12.77	1,460 – 1,550	26233	57291	#12 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Middlebury College Middlebury, VT The first operating higher education institution in Vermont was Middlebury College, founded in 1800. It’s also the first in the United States to award a bachelor’s degree to an African American (in 1823). Although it was originally all-male, the school started admitting women in 1883. Selectivity Index 3.3 20.4% Acceptance Rate 12.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $26,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,291
13	Boston College	3.1716	14.22	1,440 – 1,540	32519	85717	#13 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA A private Jesuit research university, Boston College’s motto is Αἰὲν ἀριστεύειν, Greek for “Ever to Excel.” Their athletes, known as the Eagles, wear maroon and gold and are cheered on by Baldwin the Eagle. Past students include John F. Kerry, Leonard Nimoy, Chris O’Donnell, and Amy Poehler. Selectivity Index 3.2 20.8% Acceptance Rate 14.2% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $32,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,717
14	Wellesley College	3.0906	14.79	1,460 – 1,550	22174	65961	#14 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Wellesley College Wellesley, MA Wellesley College is a private women’s liberal arts college going back to 1870. It’s the largest women’s college, and it has seen famous alumni including Hillary Clinton, Madeleine Albright, and Katharine Lee Bates. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. Selectivity Index 3.1 8.8% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $22,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,961
15	Boston University	2.7256	12.83	1,430 – 1,530	24420	65655	#15 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Boston University Boston, MA Boston University got its start in 1839 in Vermont as the Newbury Biblical Institute. It moved to Boston in 1867. Today, the university is one of the largest employers in the city. Famous individuals associated with the school include Elie Wiesel, Martin Luther King Jr., William Howard Taft, and Howard Stern. Selectivity Index 2.7 16.0% Acceptance Rate 12.8% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,655
16	Babson College	2.5118	16.16	1,400 – 1,520	32019	60556	#16 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Babson College Wellesley, MA Babson College began as an all-male school in 1919, originally known as Babson Institute, and became coeducational in 1969. It has an astounding 96% first year retention rate and 86% four year graduation rate. The only available undergraduate major is Business Administration and Management, General....Read more Selectivity Index 2.5 10.1% Acceptance Rate 16.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $32,019 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,556
17	College of the Holy Cross	2.3166	18.89	1,270 – 1,420	36014	69984	#17 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA The College of the Holy Cross is the oldest Catholic college in New England, and today it’s part of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. The school has a 91% first year retention rate, and an impressive 79% four-year graduation rate. Athletes are known as the Crusaders and wear royal purple and white. Selectivity Index 2.3 17.6% Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $36,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,984
18	Bates College	2.2913	14.83	1,340 – 1,510	24723	59202	#18 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bates College Lewiston, ME Bates College, the first coeducational college in New England, was founded in 1855. It also admitted minority students before the Emancipation Proclamation. An extremely selective school, Bates has a 92% first year retention rate, 79% four-year graduation rate, and a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 2.3 13.4% Acceptance Rate 14.8% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,202
19	Wesleyan University	2.0562	16.37	1,370 – 1,530	23025	60385	#19 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Wesleyan University Middletown, CT Wesleyan University’s most popular major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. The school, located on the bends of the Connecticut River, was founded as a men’s college and became fully coeducational in 1970. Their athletes, known as the Cardinals, appropriately wear cardinal and black. Selectivity Index 2.1 2.5% Acceptance Rate 16.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $23,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,385
20	Smith College	1.7153	22.41	1,420 – 1,520	27305	45731	#20 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Smith College Northampton, MA Located just west of the Connecticut River, Smith College is among the largest women’s colleges in the US. It doesn’t cost anything to apply as an undergraduate. Students enjoy a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 94% first year retention rate. Notable alumni include Julia Child, Gloria Steinman, and Sylvia Plath. Selectivity Index 1.7 1.6% Acceptance Rate 22.4% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $27,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,731
21	Franklin W Olin College of Engineering	1.6377	25.2	1,500 – 1,560	43184	105483	#21 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Franklin W Olin College of Engineering Needham, MA The Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering was established fairly recently in 1997. Half of the student’s tuition is covered by the Olin Scholarship, and students can choose from three majors: Engineering, General, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering....Read more Selectivity Index 1.6 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $43,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $105,483
22	Rhode Island School of Design	1.5278	23.38	1,370 – 1,510	43492	45932	#22 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Rhode Island School of Design Providence, RI The Rhode Island School of Design was founded to expand access to design education to women. Today, 80% of the undergraduate class consists of women. The main 123-acre campus is located on the Providence River, but many buildings and facilities, including the library, can now be found downtown. Selectivity Index 1.5 31.3% Acceptance Rate 23.4% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $43,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,932
23	Fairfield University	1.1313	25.05	1,290 – 1,400	49958	73693	#23 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Fairfield University Fairfield, CT Fairfield University has 80 degree programs. Composed of 5 different schools, the most popular majors among students are Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. There are 35 buildings on campus, including 3 manor houses. Fairfield is extremely selective. Selectivity Index 1.1 59.0% Acceptance Rate 25.1% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $49,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,693
24	Maine College of Health Professions	0.84	71.43	850 – 970	25282	63721	#24 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Maine College of Health Professions Lewiston, ME Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 850 – 970 Avg. Net Price $25,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
25	Mount Holyoke College	0.7865	38.41	1,350 – 1,510	32526	48590	#25 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Mount Holyoke College South Hadley, MA Mount Holyoke College is the oldest member of the Seven Sisters colleges. Their motto is Psalms 144:12 – “That our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace.” The campus features a botanic garden, an art museum, and the John Payson Williston Observatory....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 4.2% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $32,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,590
26	Trinity College	0.7535	29.53	1,350 – 1,460	36071	67628	#26 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Trinity College Hartford, CT Trinity College, originally known as Washington College, was founded in 1823, making it the second oldest college in the state. 73% receive institutional grant aid to attend, $50,834 on average. Students are known as Bantams and wear blue and gold. Selectivity Index 0.8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 29.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $36,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,628
27	The New England Conservatory of Music	0.7342	43	830 – 830	50367	18830	#27 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) The New England Conservatory of Music Boston, MA Selectivity Index 0.7 22.6% Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 830 – 830 Avg. Net Price $50,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $18,830
28	Berklee College of Music	0.6529	55.09	--	49797	26462	#28 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Berklee College of Music Boston, MA Located in Boston, Berklee College of Music accepts 55% of applicants. They charge $150 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 71% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 32.3% Acceptance Rate 55.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $49,797 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,462
29	Landmark College	0.5862	45.43	930 – 1,210	60895	30033	#29 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Landmark College Putney, VT Based in Putney, Landmark College accepts 45% of applicants. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $20,273 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 12.3% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $60,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,033
30	Bentley University	0.4443	47.29	1,240 – 1,410	45802	86679	#30 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bentley University Waltham, MA A private school, Bentley University offers students up to Doctor's degrees. It originally opened as the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, and today many students choose to major in Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 5.8% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $45,802 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $86,679
31	Bennington College	0.4292	37.21	1,330 – 1,490	34220	24711	#31 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bennington College Bennington, VT Bennington College, sitting on 440 acres, was originally a women’s college when it was founded in 1932 and became coeducational in 1969. Today, the school is still predominantly female (71% of undergraduates are women). Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid — $53,064 on average. Selectivity Index 0.4 66.6% Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $34,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,711
32	Connecticut College	0.4035	39.23	1,180 – 1,400	45700	49165	#32 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Connecticut College New London, CT Found in New London, Connecticut College accepted 39% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 91%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 2.4% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $45,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,165
33	Massachusetts Maritime Academy	0.3847	92.02	1,040 – 1,200	13546	80424	#33 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 0.4 42.5% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,424
34	Brandeis University	0.3768	45.41	1,350 – 1,500	43550	52967	#34 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Brandeis University Waltham, MA Brandeis University is named for Louis Brandeis, a former Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. Students and athletes are appropriately named, going by the Judges. Their mascots are The Judge and Ollie the Owl....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 12.0% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $43,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,967
35	Providence College	0.359	49.94	1,280 – 1,410	48618	69326	#35 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Providence College Providence, RI Providence College was founded in 1917 and was also a founding member of the original Big East Conference. The athletes are cheered on by Friar Dom and Huxley the Dalmatian. Providence offers 1 majors and programs, and many go to study Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Selectivity Index 0.4 4.7% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $48,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,326
36	New England Institute of Technology	0.3376	66.73	920 – 1,140	36947	44363	#36 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) New England Institute of Technology East Greenwich, RI Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $36,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,363
37	College of the Atlantic	0.316	68.8	1,250 – 1,410	21829	63721	#37 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) College of the Atlantic Bar Harbor, ME Based in Bar Harbor, the College of the Atlantic’s acceptance rate is 69% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at the College of the Atlantic currently receive institutional grant aid. 90% of students decide to stay at the College of the Atlantic after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 2.5% Acceptance Rate 68.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $21,829 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
38	Emerson College	0.3036	51.31	1,290 – 1,430	53432	42799	#38 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Emerson College Boston, MA Based in Boston, Emerson College accepts 51% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 76% of students attending Emerson College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $26,068 on average. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $53,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,799
39	Endicott College	0.2967	71.21	1,200 – 1,350	41394	57286	#39 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Endicott College Beverly, MA Located in Beverly, Endicott College accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students attending Endicott College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $41,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,286
40	University of Maine at Fort Kent	0.2948	49.12	1,080 – 1,080	8601	61217	#40 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Maine at Fort Kent Fort Kent, ME Based in Fort Kent, the University of Maine at Fort Kent’s acceptance rate is 49% 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 23% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 49.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $8,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,217
41	University of Connecticut	0.2936	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#41 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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, Economics, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. Selectivity Index 0.3 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
42	Sacred Heart University	0.2862	63.63	1,190 – 1,340	47848	63925	#42 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT Located in Fairfield, Sacred Heart University’s acceptance rate is 64% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Sacred Heart University currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students continued their studies at Sacred Heart University after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 7.0% Acceptance Rate 63.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $47,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,925
43	Rhode Island College	0.2814	85.57	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#43 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 24% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Selectivity Index 0.3 12.8% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
44	Maine Maritime Academy	0.2786	96.15	1,090 – 1,290	23618	93944	#44 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. A non selective school, 27% of those accepted enroll. Selectivity Index 0.3 48.5% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $23,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $93,944
45	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	0.278	59.89	1,330 – 1,500	22948	60347	#45 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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. 81% graduate in six years. Selectivity Index 0.3 7.2% Acceptance Rate 59.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
46	Worcester Polytechnic Institute	0.2747	61.89	1,200 – 1,390	47372	85038	#46 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester, MA Located in Worcester, Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, there is a 95%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 8.6% Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $47,372 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,038
47	Central Connecticut State University	0.2712	79.3	890 – 1,150	17528	49016	#47 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is somewhat 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 2.1% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
48	Bryant University	0.2622	64.84	1,180 – 1,330	42139	66488	#48 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bryant University Smithfield, RI Located in Smithfield, Bryant University accepts 65% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 25.0% Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $42,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,488
49	Vermont State University	0.2523	83.23	860 – 1,060	18442	41340	#49 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 83%. 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 67%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
50	University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus	0.2507	88.11	940 – 1,230	14176	63322	#50 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT Selectivity Index 0.3 0.2% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
51	University of New Haven	0.2417	55.89	1,120 – 1,320	34557	49829	#51 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of New Haven West Haven, CT Located in West Haven, the University of New Haven accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of New Haven will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 47.4% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $34,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,829
52	Bridgewater State University	0.2347	87.98	1,020 – 1,270	15646	46673	#52 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 77%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 9.9% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
53	Husson University	0.2335	81.43	1,070 – 1,280	21005	41554	#53 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Husson University Bangor, ME Husson University opened as a branch of Shaw Business College in 1898. It was Husson College by 1947, and became a university in 2008. Popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 5.1% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,554
54	Clark University	0.2305	40.47	1,260 – 1,420	33865	49022	#54 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Clark University Worcester, MA Selectivity Index 0.2 14.0% Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,022
55	Gordon College	0.2285	90.01	1,110 – 1,350	25299	45839	#55 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Gordon College Wenham, MA Gordon College opened as the Boston Missionary Training Institute in 1889, receiving its current moniker just over 80 years later. With 35 areas of study and awarding up to Post-master's certificates, many students opt for the Business Administration and Management, General program....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 9.2% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,839
56	Nichols College	0.2239	80.84	1,030 – 1,240	32337	47830	#56 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Nichols College Dudley, MA Most programs at Nichols College focus on business – in fact, Business/Commerce, General is the most commonly chosen out of 18 available programs and majors. Although the school has Universalist roots, it’s nonsectarian today. The Bisons participate in the Conference of New England....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $32,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,830
57	University of Rhode Island	0.2182	74.56	1,080 – 1,320	24118	57446	#57 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 75% 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 3.4% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
58	Hult International Business School	0.2158	60.48	--	53700	63721	#58 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Hult International Business School Cambridge, MA Based in Cambridge, Hult International Business School’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $95 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
59	Springfield College	0.2155	74.21	1,180 – 1,340	30039	43692	#59 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Springfield College Springfield, MA Gym teacher James Naismith invented Basketball at Springfield College in 1891, when it was the International Young Men's Christian Association Training School. Students are known as the Pride and wearing maroon and white, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 17.4% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,692
60	Wentworth Institute of Technology	0.2135	87.83	1,210 – 1,460	35604	71868	#60 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Wentworth Institute of Technology Boston, MA Based in Boston, Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts 88% of applicants. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 83% of students decide to stay at Wentworth Institute of Technology after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,604 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,868
61	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	0.2124	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#61 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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
62	Maine College of Art & Design	0.2105	76.06	870 – 1,190	39639	24333	#62 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Maine College of Art & Design Portland, ME Located in Portland, Maine College of Art & Design accepts 76% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Maine College of Art & Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Maine College of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $39,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,333
63	Saint Anselm College	0.2101	78.05	1,110 – 1,280	35551	63347	#63 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Saint Anselm College Manchester, NH Saint Anselm College is the third oldest Catholic college in New England, having been founded in 1889. The school has been the site of presidential policy speeches from John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon as well as several national presidential debates....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $35,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,347
64	University of New Hampshire at Manchester	0.2098	80.87	980 – 1,240	9760	53671	#64 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 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
65	Stonehill College	0.2085	66.28	1,050 – 1,250	33385	63285	#65 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Stonehill College Easton, MA Located in Easton, Stonehill College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Stonehill College 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 66.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $33,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,285
66	University of Vermont	0.2056	73.04	1,300 – 1,450	20084	48164	#66 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 73% 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 14.8% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $20,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
67	University of Southern Maine	0.2005	82.41	1,020 – 1,260	14028	47107	#67 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 2.2% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
68	Salve Regina University	0.2004	66.23	1,180 – 1,340	38307	55027	#68 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Salve Regina University Newport, RI Located in Newport, Salve Regina University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 100% of students attending Salve Regina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Salve Regina University,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 3.7% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $38,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,027
69	Worcester State University	0.1976	87.99	970 – 1,210	12778	50233	#69 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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. 76% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 5.1% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
70	Massachusetts College of Art and Design	0.1965	83.11	990 – 1,180	24864	27090	#70 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Massachusetts College of Art and Design Boston, MA Found in Boston, Massachusetts College of Art and Design accepted 83% 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 11.5% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,090
71	Wheaton College (Massachusetts)	0.1894	67.73	1,240 – 1,400	30701	51607	#71 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Wheaton College (Massachusetts) Norton, MA Wheaton College got its start as the Wheaton Female Seminary in 1834. It received its current moniker in 1912 and began admitting men in 1988. To offer more courses to students, Wheaton has partnerships with Brown University and nine other local schools....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $30,701 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,607
72	Western Connecticut State University	0.1884	87.01	1,040 – 1,170	17185	45997	#72 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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
73	Framingham State University	0.1844	83.66	1,100 – 1,280	16114	46611	#73 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Framingham State University Framingham, MA Located in Framingham, Framingham State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students attending Framingham State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,114 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,611
74	Albertus Magnus College	0.1843	59.31	840 – 1,070	30732	47153	#74 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Albertus Magnus College’s acceptance rate is 59%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 96% of students attending Albertus Magnus College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Albertus Magnus College, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 59.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $30,732 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,153
75	Westfield State University	0.1843	86.71	1,000 – 1,210	17406	46861	#75 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Westfield State University Westfield, MA Found in Westfield, Westfield State University accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 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 73% and around 42% of students will graduate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,861
76	Rivier University	0.1832	82.59	1,060 – 1,180	28584	54599	#76 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Rivier University Nashua, NH Rivier University is named after its founder, Anne-Marie Rivier. Opened in 1933 as a Catholic women’s college, it admitted men starting in 1991 and became a university in 2012. Computer Science, and Nursing Science are popular programs. Rivier’s motto is “Higher and Better” – or “Altiora et Meliora” in Latin. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,599
77	Saint Michael's College	0.1818	89.76	1,220 – 1,340	27982	46898	#77 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Saint Michael's College Colchester, VT Saint Michael’s College has over 30 majors available to students, the most popular of which is Business Administration and Management, General. The college has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 78% first year retention rate, 63% 4-year graduation rate, and 100% of students receive institutional aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 31.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,982 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,898
78	Johnson & Wales University-Providence	0.1781	88.44	920 – 1,180	32057	35802	#78 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Based in Providence, Johnson & Wales University-Providence accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Johnson & Wales University-Providence will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $32,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
79	Bay Path University	0.1771	85.14	1,010 – 1,210	15463	51548	#79 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Bay Path University Longmeadow, MA Found in Longmeadow, Bay Path University accepts 85% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Bay Path University will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,658 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,548
80	Norwich University	0.1729	74.44	1,060 – 1,320	24496	59743	#80 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Norwich University Northfield, VT Found in Northfield, Norwich University accepts 74% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Norwich University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,743
81	Plymouth State University	0.1676	97.73	880 – 1,080	20183	46466	#81 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Plymouth State University Plymouth, NH Found in Plymouth, Plymouth State University accepts 98% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Plymouth State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Plymouth State University, there is a 72% first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 7.0% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,466
82	Thomas College	0.1672	96.3	800 – 1,010	19126	40495	#82 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Thomas College Waterville, ME Located in Waterville, Thomas College accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Thomas College, there is a 77% first year retention rate and around 48% of students will earn a degree within four years....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $19,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,495
83	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	0.1631	89.16	960 – 1,270	21094	51475	#83 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 89% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 10.7% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
84	University of Maine at Presque Isle	0.1591	99.86	810 – 1,040	8526	33793	#84 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Maine at Presque Isle Presque Isle, ME Found in Presque Isle, the University of Maine at Presque Isle’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 74% of students attending the University of Maine at Presque Isle will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $8,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,793
85	Simmons University	0.155	70.08	1,230 – 1,410	28691	61420	#85 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Simmons University Boston, MA Simmons University is a private women’s institution, though the graduate school does admit men. It was founded as a college in 1899 and became a university in 2018. Simmons has an 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $28,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,420
86	Lasell University	0.1545	74.57	1,030 – 1,160	27773	45468	#86 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Lasell University Newton, MA Lasell University was founded as a women’s seminary in 1851 and although it became coeducational in 1997, women still make up most of the student body. The school’s motto is “Ignorant of Defeat.” 96% receive grant aid, averaging $14,638 each, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. Selectivity Index 0.2 4.3% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,468
87	Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences	0.1535	85.21	1,170 – 1,410	41506	77171	#87 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Boston, MA Located in Boston, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 85%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $41,506 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,171
88	University of Maine	0.1523	95.62	1,070 – 1,330	18061	43124	#88 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Maine Orono, ME Found in Orono, the University of Maine accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 79% and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.2% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
89	Suffolk University	0.1517	82.28	1,110 – 1,310	33832	55856	#89 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Suffolk University Boston, MA Selectivity Index 0.2 8.0% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $33,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,856
90	Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts	0.1499	91.31	960 – 1,180	16544	36803	#90 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts North Adams, MA Psychology, General is a commonly chosen area of study at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The school is non selective and offers rolling admissions. Murdock the Mountain Lion cheers on the Trailblazers who play in Ice Hockey, Soccer, and Baseball, among others. Selectivity Index 0.1 18.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,803
91	Western New England University	0.1499	83.48	1,090 – 1,310	27056	51771	#91 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Western New England University Springfield, MA Based in Springfield, Western New England University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 97% of students attending Western New England University will receive institutional grant aid. They receive $30,597 on average. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $27,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,771
92	Colby-Sawyer College	0.1487	80.08	890 – 1,090	27496	37935	#92 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Colby-Sawyer College New London, NH Colby-Sawyer College was founded in 1837. Originally called the New London Academy, the school underwent a number of name changes, arriving at its current moniker in 1975....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $27,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,935
93	Champlain College	0.1479	87.3	1,180 – 1,370	38173	48844	#93 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Champlain College Burlington, VT Champlain College opened for men in 1878 as the Burlington Business School. It became coeducational just six years later and received its current name in 1958. 97% of students receive grant aid, and 75% return after completing their first year. Champlain also has locations in Montreal, Canada and Dublin, Ireland. Selectivity Index 0.1 36.6% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $38,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,844
94	University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus	0.1439	86.66	910 – 1,200	9451	63322	#94 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $9,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
95	Saint Joseph's College of Maine	0.1437	83.51	960 – 1,150	28217	52884	#95 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is located on the shore of Sebago Lake. 369 athletes, known as the Monks, compete in Basketball, Baseball, and Lacrosse, among others. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging $31,558 each. Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,884
96	University of Massachusetts-Boston	0.1435	83.79	1,080 – 1,300	17768	53521	#96 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
97	University of Maine at Farmington	0.143	98.32	880 – 1,260	17451	31513	#97 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) 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 0.1 19.6% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 880 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $17,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,513
98	Eastern Connecticut State University	0.1428	85.3	1,080 – 1,250	21512	47289	#98 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Based in Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University accepts 85% 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 0.1 20.6% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,289
99	Emmanuel College	0.1413	76.77	1,170 – 1,320	31121	50180	#99 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Emmanuel College Boston, MA Found in Boston, Emmanuel College accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students at Emmanuel College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 4.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,180
100	Franklin Pierce University	0.1398	93.47	1,060 – 1,290	26152	45563	#100 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Franklin Pierce University Rindge, NH Found in Rindge, Franklin Pierce University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Franklin Pierce University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued studying at Franklin Pierce......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $26,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,563
101	University of Connecticut-Avery Point	0.1391	88.18	960 – 1,190	12850	63322	#101 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT Selectivity Index 0.1 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
102	Quinnipiac University	0.1381	70.31	1,170 – 1,330	40632	65744	#102 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Located in Hamden, Quinnipiac University’s acceptance rate is 70%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Quinnipiac University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Quinnipiac University, there is a 89% first year retention rate and around 74% of undergraduates will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 10.1% Acceptance Rate 70.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $40,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,744
103	Fitchburg State University	0.1372	88.85	980 – 1,200	15340	41999	#103 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 11.4% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
104	Anna Maria College	0.135	50.15	780 – 990	29094	63110	#104 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Anna Maria College Paxton, MA Found in Paxton, Anna Maria College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Anna Maria College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 50.2% SAT Score 780 – 990 Avg. Net Price $29,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,110
105	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	0.1342	89.14	1,110 – 1,340	24999	53671	#105 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 89% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students attending the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, there is a 88% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 15.1% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
106	University of New England	0.1321	92.03	1,050 – 1,240	40003	48957	#106 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of New England Biddeford, ME Founded in 1939 as College Séraphique, The University of New England underwent several name changes before receiving its current moniker in 1996. The school has two campuses, one in Maine and one in Tangier, Morocco. UNE is also the largest private university in the state and the five schools offer 52 majors and programs. Selectivity Index 0.1 1.9% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $40,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,957
107	New England College	0.132	85.84	820 – 1,040	27398	31050	#107 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) New England College Henniker, NH Located in Henniker, New England College accepts 86% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students at New England College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 38.1% Acceptance Rate 85.8% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $27,398 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,050
108	Roger Williams University	0.1311	88.2	1,150 – 1,320	38779	53845	#108 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Roger Williams University Bristol, RI Found in Bristol, Roger Williams University’s acceptance rate is 88%. Undergraduates have to send in $55 to apply. About 100% of students attending Roger Williams University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 10.6% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $38,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,845
109	Curry College	0.1301	87.65	1,050 – 1,230	29917	46746	#109 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Curry College Milton, MA Located in Milton, Curry College accepts 88% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,746
110	Hampshire College	0.1299	75.28	1,160 – 1,350	27895	22195	#110 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Hampshire College Amherst, MA Students at Hampshire College follow an alternative curriculum. Instead of an emphasis on GPAs and curriculum, the school places more focus on portfolios, evaluations, and progressive education. 100% of students receive grant aid, averaging about $46,145 each. Alumni include Jon Krakauer, Ken Burns, and Lupita Nyong’o. Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,195
111	Keene State College	0.1289	89.82	890 – 1,250	19997	46649	#111 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Keene State College Keene, NH Based in Keene, Keene State College accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Keene State College will receive grant aid from the school. At Keene State College, there is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 18.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,649
112	Assumption University	0.1287	84.55	990 – 1,180	29748	46029	#112 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Assumption University Worcester, MA Assumption University has a student-to-faculty ratio of 11 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 81%. It’s a NCAA Division II with football school and the Greyhounds compete in the Northeast 10 Conference. Wearing blue and white, they’re cheered on by Pierre the Greyhound. Selectivity Index 0.1 5.1% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $29,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,029
113	College of Our Lady of the Elms	0.1287	91.34	1,150 – 1,320	19870	54087	#113 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA Also known simply as Elms College, College of Our Lady of the Elms has a Latin motto: “Viam Veritatis Elegi” – “I have chosen the way of truth.” It opened as a preparatory academy for women in 1897. Although the school started admitting men in 1998, women still make up most of the student body. Selectivity Index 0.1 46.9% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,870 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,087
114	University of Connecticut-Stamford	0.1222	82.98	950 – 1,280	15566	63322	#114 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, CT Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
115	Dean College	0.1196	74.02	920 – 1,110	32085	30046	#115 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Dean College Franklin, MA Based in Franklin, Dean College’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Dean College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dean College, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 39% of students will earn their degree within four years....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 1.5% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $32,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,046
116	Merrimack College	0.1194	69.27	1,000 – 1,250	38504	54316	#116 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Merrimack College North Andover, MA Found in North Andover, Merrimack College accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Merrimack College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 15.2% Acceptance Rate 69.3% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $38,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,316
117	Salem State University	0.1143	95.88	990 – 1,160	17541	48209	#117 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 68 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 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
118	American International College	0.1128	99.61	940 – 1,110	23086	41451	#118 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) American International College Springfield, MA Located in Springfield, American International College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending American International College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,451
119	Regis College	0.1062	69.79	860 – 1,070	28575	56223	#119 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Regis College Weston, MA Regis College was founded as a women’s school by the Roman Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph. It started accepting men in 2007. Regis offers up to Doctor's degrees, with 35 available programs and majors. There are currently more graduates than undergraduates attending. Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $28,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,223
120	University of Hartford	0.1043	95.79	1,130 – 1,320	31261	42581	#120 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Hartford West Hartford, CT Based in West Hartford, the University of Hartford’s acceptance rate is 96%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending the University of Hartford currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $31,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
121	University of Saint Joseph	0.1009	82.48	950 – 1,240	29300	52053	#121 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Saint Joseph West Hartford, CT The University of Saint Joseph was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1932 as an all women’s school – it only started accepting men in 2018. The 84-acre campus is well known for its Georgian brick architecture. Undergraduates enjoy a cozy 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.1 34.9% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,053
122	Southern Connecticut State University	0.0818	94.82	830 – 1,100	19827	45422	#122 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
123	Southern New Hampshire University	0.0816	99.51	870 – 1,060	36501	41945	#123 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH Located in Manchester, Southern New Hampshire University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending Southern New Hampshire University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $36,501 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,945
124	Lesley University	0.0776	96.87	1,010 – 1,220	32587	40150	#124 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Lesley University Cambridge, MA Opened in 1909 as Lesley School, a women’s college for future kindergarten teachers, Lesley University began admitting men in 2005. Today, women still make up a majority of the student body. The school’s motto is “I Would Have Perished Had I Not Persisted,” or “Perissem Ni Perstitissem” in Latin. Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $32,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,150
125	Mitchell College	0.0759	94.66	700 – 930	31536	35330	#125 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Mitchell College New London, CT Based in New London, Mitchell College’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 700 – 930 Avg. Net Price $31,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,330
126	Fisher College	0.0471	82.63	820 – 1,100	28596	44366	#126 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) Fisher College Boston, MA Based in Boston, Fisher College accepts 83% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of students at Fisher College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 45.8% Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,366
127	University of Bridgeport	0.044	83.02	880 – 1,120	28498	38575	#127 2027 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – New England (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT) University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Based in Bridgeport, the University of Bridgeport’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of Bridgeport, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $28,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,575