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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	Rice University	5.5212	8	1,510 – 1,570	20587	79751	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Selectivity Index 5.5 5.0% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $20,587 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
2	North American University	3.5762	22.7	--	13702	32221	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 3.6 10.7% Acceptance Rate 22.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
3	Tyler Junior College	2.4062	28.16	--	9148	33789	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Selectivity Index 2.4 1,122.7% Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
4	Austin Community College District	1.9619	46.66	--	3502	38647	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin Community College District Austin, TX Selectivity Index 2.0 Acceptance Rate 46.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
5	The University of Texas at Austin	1.7508	26.64	1,230 – 1,500	18036	60896	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Selectivity Index 1.8 6.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
6	Randall University	1.4151	44.81	850 – 1,040	17827	41012	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Randall University Moore, OK Based in Moore, Randall University’s acceptance rate is 45%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 6% of......Read more Selectivity Index 1.4 0.1% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $17,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
7	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	1.356	52.75	1,050 – 1,260	11654	63721	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Selectivity Index 1.4 7.9% Acceptance Rate 52.8% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,654 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	American InterContinental University System	1.0682	92.44	--	14250	27823	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University System Chandler, AZ Selectivity Index 1.1 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
9	Ottawa University-Surprise	0.9253	39.88	910 – 1,050	35030	49139	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate 39.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $35,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
10	Southern Nazarene University	0.872	77.03	930 – 1,180	19825	48255	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southern Nazarene University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.9 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
11	Criswell College	0.8429	91.67	1,090 – 1,150	11464	42026	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Criswell College Dallas, TX Criswell College was founded in 1970, originally named the Criswell Bible Institute. This Baptist Christian school offers up to Master's degree, and it has very small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 5 to 1. andGeneral Studies are commonly chosen undergraduate majors. Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
12	Texas A&M International University	0.7759	45.96	890 – 1,080	3833	37327	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 46% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 60% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 9.3% Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $3,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
13	Trinity University	0.7724	25.92	1,330 – 1,490	32264	55224	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 99% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $31,314 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Selectivity Index 0.8 6.2% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $32,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
14	Paradise Valley Community College	0.698	95.15	--	14322	41597	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
15	St. John's College	0.6922	52.79	1,300 – 1,480	28368	50918	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 92% of students receive institutional grants. Selectivity Index 0.7 6.0% Acceptance Rate 52.8% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $28,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,918
16	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	0.6846	54.05	1,130 – 1,330	9133	54530	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 29 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $9,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
17	Yavapai College	0.674	74.42	--	6985	35028	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Selectivity Index 0.7 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
18	East Central University	0.6499	58.15	930 – 1,180	9355	40677	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 55% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 21.2% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
19	Southwestern Assemblies of God University	0.6372	84.23	960 – 1,130	19834	37425	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Southwestern Assemblies of God University’s acceptance rate is 84%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 91% of students at Southwestern Assemblies of God University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Southwestern Assemblies of God......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 1.7% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
20	Weatherford College	0.6259	54.05	--	8264	59213	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
21	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	0.6141	80.34	960 – 1,140	8064	40734	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 59% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 12.8% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
22	Texas A&M University-College Station	0.6057	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 2.2% Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
23	East Texas Baptist University	0.5964	57.76	930 – 1,120	24388	41759	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 4.8% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
24	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	0.5926	55.77	930 – 1,140	8685	35520	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 6.0% Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
25	Glendale Community College	0.5908	75.19	--	13166	37269	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Based in Glendale, Glendale Community College accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
26	Rogers State University	0.5902	66.83	800 – 1,070	13953	39324	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 100.7% Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
27	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	0.5889	66.43	890 – 1,100	12067	39997	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 66% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 15.4% Acceptance Rate 66.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
28	LeTourneau University	0.5654	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	27007	51058	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 1.4% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
29	Texas Christian University	0.5538	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	39005	60435	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 81% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 92% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most common undergraduate majors. Selectivity Index 0.6 17.0% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $39,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
30	University of Central Oklahoma	0.5437	81.76	1,010 – 1,180	18893	43074	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 26.2% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
31	Arizona Christian University	0.5398	74.42	970 – 1,210	32397	39524	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 96% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $32,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
32	Wayland Baptist University	0.5336	55.96	840 – 1,010	20222	44159	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 44%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 24.1% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
33	Oklahoma City University	0.5256	70.39	1,140 – 1,240	23143	42312	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 70% acceptance rate, and 99% of enrolled students receive institutional aid. On the field, the Stars wear blue and white and are cheered on by their mascot, a ram named Starsky. A NAIA Division I school, the average athletic scholarship is $8,577. Selectivity Index 0.5 24.3% Acceptance Rate 70.4% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
34	Tarleton State University	0.4775	52.56	--	15363	46729	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 3.2% Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
35	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	0.4703	77.03	960 – 1,160	26811	55700	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 48.4% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $26,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
36	The University of Texas Permian Basin	0.4353	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 15.7% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
37	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	0.4146	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 1.1% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
38	Dallas Christian College	0.3982	84.03	800 – 1,080	22463	39868	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 96% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 53.0% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $22,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
39	Grand Canyon University	0.3976	60.36	960 – 1,150	22239	47280	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Selectivity Index 0.4 4.5% Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
40	West Texas A & M University	0.3942	58.63	960 – 1,160	17182	44399	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 62% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 69% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 44.4% Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
41	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	0.3914	91.66	860 – 1,080	6683	33619	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 38% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is a......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 48.5% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
42	Oklahoma Baptist University	0.3852	63.27	1,010 – 1,210	25099	42581	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
43	Paul Quinn College	0.381	33.81	760 – 970	18118	27021	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 158.7% Acceptance Rate 33.8% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $18,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
44	University of Dallas	0.3774	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	31221	45950	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Selectivity Index 0.4 33.5% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $31,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
45	Texas Tech University	0.3699	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Selectivity Index 0.4 11.2% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
46	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	0.3655	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 28.7% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
47	Bryan University	0.3592	100	--	20495	32146	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bryan University Tempe, AZ Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,495 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,146
48	Midland College	0.3591	57.65	--	6396	38470	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midland College Midland, TX Selectivity Index 0.4 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
49	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	0.3525	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Selectivity Index 0.4 23.4% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
50	University of Tulsa	0.3486	61.5	1,220 – 1,510	23681	54779	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Selectivity Index 0.3 39.1% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $23,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
51	Howard Payne University	0.3475	67.69	920 – 1,130	25768	38212	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 20.1% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $25,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
52	Brookline College-Albuquerque	0.3435	58.22	--	37566	59213	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
53	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	0.3412	97.28	890 – 1,080	10889	44523	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Found in Okmulgee, Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology accepts 97% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 65.7% Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
54	Texas State University	0.336	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 14.7% Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
55	University of Houston	0.3333	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston Houston, TX Selectivity Index 0.3 6.3% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
56	Angelo State University	0.3332	83.01	940 – 1,170	12518	41050	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 31.5% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
57	Southwestern Adventist University	0.3314	55.52	940 – 1,180	20198	43643	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $10,653 each. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 11.4% Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
58	University of North Texas	0.3267	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 5.9% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
59	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	0.3238	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Big Twelve Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Selectivity Index 0.3 4.3% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
60	University of St Thomas	0.3238	89.93	960 – 1,200	20469	49971	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. Selectivity Index 0.3 32.3% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,469 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
61	Northeastern State University	0.3204	99.35	930 – 1,140	11153	41207	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 25.6% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
62	Southwestern University	0.3196	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $30,608 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Selectivity Index 0.3 20.1% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
63	The University of Texas at Arlington	0.3079	81.29	1,020 – 1,240	14956	60902	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 2.4% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
64	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	0.3056	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41209	65391	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 33.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
65	The University of Texas at Dallas	0.2971	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Selectivity Index 0.3 6.5% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
66	Lubbock Christian University	0.2954	75.89	950 – 1,190	25351	46464	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
67	Austin College	0.2894	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	24777	45242	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Business/Commerce, General. Selectivity Index 0.3 15.2% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
68	Huston-Tillotson University	0.2872	67.69	830 – 1,020	19638	38342	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 22.3% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 830 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $19,638 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
69	Southern Methodist University	0.2803	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	45792	65556	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Southern Methodist University is a private doctoral/research university that was founded in 1911. It also has a satellite campus in New Mexico. Alumni include Laura Bush, Powers Boothe, and Kathy Bates, as well as astronauts, scientists, politicians, and writers. 69% of students receive institutional grant aid. Selectivity Index 0.3 0.4% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $45,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
70	Baylor University	0.2771	51.28	1,180 – 1,380	49727	56532	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 90% will stay on after they complete their first year. 82% graduate within six years. Selectivity Index 0.3 13.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $49,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
71	Texas Wesleyan University	0.2686	62.39	970 – 1,120	21169	44773	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 41% and around 17%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 0.0% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
72	Collin County Community College District	0.2677	98.36	--	8071	38984	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
73	Del Mar College	0.2631	54.2	--	4322	59213	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Del Mar College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 25% of students at Del Mar College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
74	Lamar University	0.2515	85.7	940 – 1,150	10999	47077	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 7.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
75	Oklahoma Christian University	0.2468	97.07	1,040 – 1,280	21810	43281	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 98% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Selectivity Index 0.2 5.9% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,810 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
76	The University of Texas at Tyler	0.2463	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14043	49355	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 3.7% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
77	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	0.244	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Selectivity Index 0.2 2.3% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
78	The University of Texas at San Antonio	0.2438	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 11.9% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
79	Trinity Valley Community College	0.242	96.53	--	4327	59213	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
80	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	0.2289	88.58	950 – 1,200	14991	42933	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 63% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.5% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
81	Sam Houston State University	0.2266	90.26	930 – 1,130	14556	45337	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 7% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 12.5% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
82	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	0.2255	88.96	890 – 1,130	8353	32960	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $8,707 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 16.9% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $8,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
83	Texas Southern University	0.2241	93.35	830 – 1,010	15021	32986	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 15.8% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
84	Laredo College	0.2233	85.73	--	5053	27435	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Laredo College Laredo, TX Based in Laredo, Laredo College accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 18% of students at Laredo College will receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students continued their studies at Laredo College after completing......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
85	Sul Ross State University	0.2201	95.62	900 – 1,100	12240	34340	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 48% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,240 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
86	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	0.2191	80.14	940 – 1,190	13320	41785	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 68% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year graduation rate is 19%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 25.1% Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
87	The University of Texas at El Paso	0.2151	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 44% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 77% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
88	McMurry University	0.2104	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 6.3% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
89	Texas Woman's University	0.2029	96.13	950 – 1,160	10763	48773	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 3.6% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $10,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
90	University of Arizona	0.202	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Pacific-12 Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 2.9% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
91	Abilene Christian University	0.1838	66.04	1,010 – 1,250	28311	46727	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Selectivity Index 0.2 0.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
92	Texas A&M University-Commerce	0.1778	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, Texas A&M University-Commerce’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Texas A&M University-Commerce will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 4.9% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
93	Midwestern State University	0.1772	87.38	950 – 1,160	11798	46637	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 87%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
94	Texas Lutheran University	0.1751	95.71	1,040 – 1,240	23600	48125	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 21.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,600 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
95	University of Houston-Clear Lake	0.1749	83.4	990 – 1,170	10488	52098	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 83% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 45% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 13.6% Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
96	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	0.174	92.29	900 – 1,110	10474	44882	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
97	Northern Arizona University	0.172	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Psychology, General, though there are 171 degree programs available. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,981 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Selectivity Index 0.2 0.4% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
98	Schreiner University	0.1717	87.95	970 – 1,170	21786	45527	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 26.2% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $21,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
99	Stephen F Austin State University	0.1707	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 14.8% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
100	Prescott College	0.1691	98.57	1,020 – 1,260	23163	33539	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 54% of students continued their studies at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 5.4% Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
101	Saint Edward's University	0.1676	83.69	1,040 – 1,230	28351	47743	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
102	University of Houston-Downtown	0.1616	89.96	890 – 1,080	14269	49120	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 19% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 32.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
103	New Mexico Highlands University	0.1564	94.81	850 – 1,040	15106	38952	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $15,106 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
104	University of Advancing Technology	0.1552	95.15	950 – 1,180	21148	39016	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Selectivity Index 0.2 14.4% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,016
105	Hardin-Simmons University	0.1545	96.53	970 – 1,190	21321	44392	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
106	Southwestern Christian College	0.1526	55.52	--	15275	50472	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX Selectivity Index 0.2 Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
107	Oral Roberts University	0.1523	98.9	1,020 – 1,260	24347	39112	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Based in Tulsa, Oral Roberts University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 49% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 26.9% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
108	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	0.148	92	850 – 1,070	13263	43479	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Selectivity Index 0.1 27.0% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $13,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
109	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	0.1351	97.07	890 – 1,080	5274	39089	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
110	University of Houston-Victoria	0.1347	76.71	850 – 1,010	9912	44888	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 63% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 2.2% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
111	St. Mary's University	0.1285	97.76	890 – 1,310	20562	44130	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 52 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Selectivity Index 0.1 1.7% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
112	Concordia University Texas	0.124	91.06	1,010 – 1,210	23621	48058	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 6.1% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
113	Dallas Baptist University	0.1238	88.84	980 – 1,230	30275	45138	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $16,006 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 41.3% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
114	Southwestern Christian University	0.1205	80.34	850 – 1,010	20714	34574	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian University Bethany, OK Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $20,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,574
115	University of North Texas at Dallas	0.1199	93.86	800 – 1,040	9109	51716	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, the University of North Texas at Dallas accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 41% of students attending the University of North Texas at Dallas will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year graduation......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
116	San Antonio College	0.1196	85.39	--	5832	59213	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
117	Galveston College	0.116	99.9	--	8085	34299	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galveston College Galveston, TX Located in Galveston, Galveston College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 33% of students at Galveston College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 0.5% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,299
118	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	0.1156	89.93	--	14684	33366	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the College of Biblical Studies-Houston accepts 90% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of students attending the College of Biblical Studies-Houston currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
119	Houston Christian University	0.1153	84.58	990 – 1,190	20530	44595	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 23.4% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
120	Brookline College-Phoenix	0.1014	85.97	--	0	32705	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
121	University of the Incarnate Word	0.093	98.13	920 – 1,150	21246	47625	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 14.5% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,246 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
122	Texas College	0.066	42.6	--	10901	27901	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Texas College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. Approximately 5% of students attending Texas College will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students continued studying at Texas College after completing their first......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 79.0% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
123	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	0.0573	95.76	990 – 1,220	29904	48368	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 99% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 28.3% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
124	Grayson College	0.0539	92.59	--	6394	36417	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grayson College Denison, TX Based in Denison, Grayson College accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $100 to apply. About 75% of students at Grayson College will receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students continued studying at Grayson College after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,394 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,417
125	Wiley University	0.0532	97.35	--	10290	28078	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wiley University Marshall, TX Wiley University opened in 1873, became Wiley College in 1929, and began offering Master’s degrees again in 2024. Two commonly chosen undergraduate majors are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, and Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Selectivity Index 0.1 96.6% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
126	American InterContinental University-Houston	0.0408	92.44	--	18558	27823	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University-Houston Houston, TX Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
127	Arlington Baptist University	0.0332	79.23	--	26503	32206	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Located in Arlington, Arlington Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 79% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of students at Arlington Baptist University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 35% and around 14% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
128	Odessa College	0.0331	72.46	--	4300	34867	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Odessa College Odessa, TX Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
129	Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City	0.0323	70.93	--	5347	35073	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK Located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 18% of students at Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City currently receive institutional......Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 95.9% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,073
130	Navajo Technical University	0.0253	92.52	--	4233	23280	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Found in Crownpoint, Navajo Technical University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Navajo Technical University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,280
131	West Coast University-Dallas	0.0178	92.86	--	25957	96114	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Coast University-Dallas Richardson, TX Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
132	Western Technical College	0.0168	92.59	--	5799	58542	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
133	Jarvis Christian University	0.0153	93.36	760 – 930	10674	27077	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Based in Hawkins, Jarvis Christian University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 73% of students at Jarvis Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. At Jarvis Christian University, there is a 53% first year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 97.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $10,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
134	Our Lady of the Lake University	0.0146	72.46	880 – 1,100	17961	41195	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 72% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 84.1% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $17,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
135	GateWay Community College	0.0129	60.36	--	13317	42262	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
136	Northern New Mexico College	0.0121	75.73	--	6102	34377	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
137	University of the Southwest	0.0102	75.73	850 – 1,040	20438	36600	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 94.7% Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
138	Western Technical College	0.0098	92.59	--	29837	35035	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepts 93% of applicants and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and . About 3% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Western Technical College, there is a 69% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,035
139	Dine College	0.0063	60.36	--	10354	23195	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dine College Tsaile, AZ Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,195
140	Remington College-Dallas Campus	0.0059	50.99	--	27674	26884	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Remington College-Dallas Campus Dallas, TX Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,884
141	Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	0.0057	90.95	--	0	37302	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Pima Medical Institute-Tucson Tucson, AZ Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,302
142	Wade College	0.0035	87.38	--	21023	28055	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wade College Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Wade College accepts 87% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students at Wade College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 60% of students continued studying at Wade College after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.0 Acceptance Rate 87.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,055