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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	Ensign College	2.465	37.87	--	11329	43320	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Ensign College Salt Lake City, UT Selectivity Index 2.5 Acceptance Rate 37.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,329 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,320
2	Adams State University	1.9119	30.76	870 – 1,080	13800	38338	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Adams State University Alamosa, CO Found in Alamosa, Adams State University accepts 31% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 76% of students attending Adams State University will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and 20% of students will earn their degree in four years. Many......Read more Selectivity Index 1.9 Acceptance Rate 30.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,338
3	Colorado College	1.6151	18.47	1,270 – 1,460	35281	47611	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO Scientia et Disciplina is the Latin motto of Colorado College which means “Learning through Hard Work.” It’s an extremely selective school – 30% of accepted students enroll. With over 80 undergraduate majors available, Political Science and Government, General is a common option. Selectivity Index 1.6 4.5% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $35,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,611
4	Western Wyoming Community College	1.294	45.61	890 – 1,080	9799	58542	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Western Wyoming Community College Rock Springs, WY Selectivity Index 1.3 21.3% Acceptance Rate 45.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $9,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
5	Brigham Young University	1.1137	69.19	1,310 – 1,440	14643	58450	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Brigham Young University Provo, UT Accounting is the most commonly chosen undergraduate major at Brigham Young University. BYU has four satellite campuses in Jerusalem, Salt Lake City, Washington D.C., and London. 567 Cougars compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS, with most teams taking part in the Big Twelve Conference. Selectivity Index 1.1 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,450
6	University of Providence	0.9664	50.28	830 – 1,140	21175	37734	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Providence Great Falls, MT Located in Great Falls, the University of Providence accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Providence, there is a 71% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 1.0 18.4% Acceptance Rate 50.3% SAT Score 830 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,734
7	Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences	0.8958	89.44	--	29243	59213	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences Draper, UT Previously known as the Ameritech College of Healthcare, Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences non selective. 80% of accepted students go on to attend. The only undergraduate major Joyce offers is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. It also has a 100% four year graduation rate. Selectivity Index 0.9 120.1% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
8	Colorado Mountain College	0.731	75.38	--	6071	36307	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Based in Glenwood Springs, Colorado Mountain College’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 35% of students at Colorado Mountain College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
9	New Saint Andrews College	0.6947	83.89	1,160 – 1,360	16064	63721	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) New Saint Andrews College Moscow, ID Selectivity Index 0.7 13.9% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $16,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
10	Boise Bible College	0.4225	96.43	810 – 1,110	14639	32662	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Boise Bible College Boise, ID Located in Boise, Boise Bible College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Boise Bible College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 810 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,662
11	Colorado School of Mines	0.4168	59.6	1,330 – 1,470	29785	82950	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 59.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $29,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
12	Rocky Mountain College	0.4113	69.61	970 – 1,180	19173	41783	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Rocky Mountain College Billings, MT Rocky Mountain College is a fairly selective school. During the last admissions cycle, it received 1,410 applications and accepted 1,000. Athletes are known as the Battlin’ Bears and, wearing forest green and Vegas gold, they compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among other sports. Selectivity Index 0.4 52.3% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,783
13	The University of Montana-Western	0.3733	99.5	890 – 1,090	15726	37252	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 72.3% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,252
14	Brigham Young University-Idaho	0.3693	96.95	1,030 – 1,210	7295	40447	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, ID Based in Rexburg, Brigham Young University-Idaho accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 36% of students attending Brigham Young University-Idaho will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 5.4% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $7,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
15	The University of Montana	0.3054	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 69.3% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
16	University of Utah	0.2954	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 3.9% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
17	The College of Idaho	0.2916	47.22	1,070 – 1,270	22602	42097	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) The College of Idaho Caldwell, ID Founded in 1891, The College of Idaho is the oldest private liberal arts college in the state. The school offers up to Master's degrees, and graduates have entered impressive careers in business, politics, law, and sports. Many students pursue degrees in Business Administration and Management, General. Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 47.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,097
18	Carroll College	0.2895	72.64	1,110 – 1,310	26103	43507	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Carroll College Helena, MT Though the school seal features two lions, Carroll College’s mascot is actually a St. Bernard named Halo. Student athletes compete as the Fighting Saints in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 9.4% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,507
19	Naropa University	0.2716	94	980 – 1,200	31491	21841	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Naropa University Boulder, CO Based in Boulder, Naropa University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Naropa University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $31,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,841
20	Boise State University	0.2691	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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, Business Administration and Management, General, and Social Work. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Selectivity Index 0.3 1.3% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
21	University of Idaho	0.2596	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	14377	42602	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 8.8% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
22	University of Wyoming	0.2382	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 9.2% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
23	Colorado State University Global	0.2329	98.4	890 – 970	12475	65131	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado State University Global Aurora, CO Found in Aurora, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 94.9% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
24	Utah State University	0.2321	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15825	44822	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 78% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.6% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
25	Montana State University	0.2246	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 14.5% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
26	Montana Technological University	0.2196	89.9	1,020 – 1,230	15866	48356	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,866 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,356
27	Colorado Mesa University	0.2178	98.29	920 – 1,180	15076	39223	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 98% 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 attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 7.6% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
28	Fort Lewis College	0.2162	93.23	1,060 – 1,260	16074	36352	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Fort Lewis College Durango, CO Found in Durango, Fort Lewis College accepts 93% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 68% 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 93.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,352
29	Montana State University Billings	0.2105	99.91	930 – 1,140	13252	39531	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana State University Billings Billings, MT Based in Billings, Montana State University Billings accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Montana State University Billings currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,531
30	Neumont College of Computer Science	0.2068	89.47	1,000 – 1,250	28592	77865	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Neumont College of Computer Science Salt Lake City, UT One of the younger colleges in America, the Neumont College of Computer Science was founded in 2003. The school offers 5 total undergraduate majors: Computer Programming, Network and System Administration, Information Technology Project Management, Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, and Modeling,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.2% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,865
31	University of Colorado Boulder	0.1965	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 Pacific-12 Conference....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
32	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	0.1747	88.57	1,070 – 1,300	19828	49748	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) 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 1.3% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
33	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	0.168	77.81	1,050 – 1,270	15303	52475	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Based in Denver, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $15,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
34	Colorado State University Pueblo	0.1577	98.21	880 – 1,120	14188	43053	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 98%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 86% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 58.5% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
35	Southern Utah University	0.1539	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 11.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
36	Trinidad State College	0.1482	99.84	--	11323	59213	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Trinidad State College Trinidad, CO Based in Trinidad, Trinidad State College accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 49% of students attending Trinidad State College currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 60% and 0% of students will graduate in four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
37	Westminster University	0.1462	66.57	1,130 – 1,340	28156	52994	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Westminster University Salt Lake City, UT Westminster College became Westminster University in 2023. Over 50 Olympians have studied at the school. During the 2014 Olympics, 23 Westminster students were part of Team USA – 18 in 2018. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most sought after program at the school. Selectivity Index 0.1 20.0% Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,994
38	Idaho State University	0.1453	83.96	--	12353	41377	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Located in Pocatello, Idaho State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 81% of students at Idaho State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 43.6% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
39	Lewis-Clark State College	0.1453	94.07	850 – 1,110	12508	42133	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Found in Lewiston, Lewis-Clark State College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Lewis-Clark State College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 7.0% Acceptance Rate 94.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,133
40	Northwest Nazarene University	0.1379	71.59	1,040 – 1,250	27291	45488	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID 99% of students receive grant aid to help them afford their education at Northwest Nazarene University. A NCAA Division II without football school, there are also athletic scholarships available, averaging $23,126 each. NNU has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 77% first year retention rate. Selectivity Index 0.1 19.4% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $27,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,488
41	University of Northern Colorado	0.1368	93.63	970 – 1,200	19115	43756	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 82% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,686 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Selectivity Index 0.1 6.2% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
42	Metropolitan State University of Denver	0.1333	99.14	910 – 1,140	13727	45391	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 16.8% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
43	Pikes Peak State College	0.1322	86.43	--	9311	35799	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
44	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	0.1235	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16816	45766	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Located in Colorado Springs, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 63% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 8.2% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,816 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
45	University of Denver	0.1181	77.29	1,280 – 1,420	43324	57118	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) University of Denver Denver, CO The University of Denver is home to the Evans Memorial Chapel, the oldest building on campus and the oldest Protestant church in the city. It has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1 and a first year retention rate of 88%. DU’s motto is “Pro Scientia et Religione,” or “For Knowledge and Spirit.” Selectivity Index 0.1 20.0% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $43,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,118
46	Western Colorado University	0.1143	99.71	1,150 – 1,310	17709	40037	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Western Colorado University Gunnison, CO Western Colorado University’s motto is “Potestas ad Ministrandum,” which is Latin for “The Power to Serve.” 420 student athletes, known as the Mountaineers, compete in the NCAA Division II with football Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. Business Administration and Management, General is a popular undergraduate major. Selectivity Index 0.1 15.1% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,037
47	Eagle Gate College-Murray	0.1098	37.87	--	19185	59213	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Eagle Gate College-Murray Murray, UT Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 37.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
48	Salish Kootenai College	0.096	72.88	--	9551	28894	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Salish Kootenai College Pablo, MT Selectivity Index 0.1 80.5% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,894
49	Red Rocks Community College	0.069	86.43	--	9250	41495	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, CO Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,495
50	Regis University	0.0676	86.39	1,090 – 1,310	25062	64557	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Regis University Denver, CO Regis University was originally in Las Vegas, Nevada, when it opened in 1877, with the apt name of Las Vegas College. It moved only 10 years later, and received its current name in 1991....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 48.7% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,557
51	Blackfeet Community College	0.0669	74.49	--	4622	59213	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Blackfeet Community College Browning, MT Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
52	Pueblo Community College	0.0308	86.43	--	10969	33368	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Pueblo Community College Pueblo, CO Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,368
53	Central Wyoming College	0.0306	90.15	--	10108	30833	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Central Wyoming College Riverton, WY Located in Riverton, Central Wyoming College’s acceptance rate is 90% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 72% of students attending Central Wyoming College will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 54%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 90.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,833
54	Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design	0.0297	87.27	990 – 1,160	27459	30280	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design Lakewood, CO Found in Lakewood, Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 66% of students at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $27,459 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,280
55	Aaniiih Nakoda College	0.0223	72.64	--	10527	51849	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Aaniiih Nakoda College Harlem, MT Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,849
56	Montana State University-Northern	0.019	95.62	890 – 1,090	11789	45045	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Montana State University-Northern Havre, MT Based in Havre, Montana State University-Northern accepts 96% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 45% of students attending Montana State University-Northern will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 98.5% Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $11,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,045
57	Community College of Denver	0.0162	89.59	--	9526	36412	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Community College of Denver Denver, CO Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,412
58	Colorado Christian University	0.0096	83.28	1,010 – 1,210	26770	41623	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Colorado Christian University Lakewood, CO Colorado Christian University has a first year retention rate - 84%%. Unlike many schools who use Latin in their mottos, CCU takes inspiration from the Greeks. “χαρις και αληθεια” translates to mean “Grace and Truth.” Mental Health Counseling/Counselor is a popular area of study. Selectivity Index 0.0 98.0% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,623
59	Morgan Community College	0.0055	99.14	--	9416	37293	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Rocky Mountains (CO, ID, MT, UT, WY) Morgan Community College Fort Morgan, CO Located in Fort Morgan, Morgan Community College accepts 99% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 34% of students at Morgan Community College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,293