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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	5.525	8	1,510 – 1,570	23589	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 5.3% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $23,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
2	Hallmark University	1.9139	51.34	--	12053	46666	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hallmark University San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, Hallmark University accepts 51% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $1,878 each. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Selectivity Index 1.9 89.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,666
3	Dallas Christian College	1.8982	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 1.9 371.4% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
4	The University of Texas at Austin	1.7804	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#4 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 6.3% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
5	Randall University	1.2024	57.86	890 – 1,040	19928	41012	#5 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 58%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 8% of......Read more Selectivity Index 1.2 21.1% Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
6	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	1.0762	57.71	1,050 – 1,260	16497	53001	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s acceptance rate is 58%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 40% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 1.1 36.6% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,001
7	Baptist Health System School of Health Professions	1	100	--	0	73262	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baptist Health System School of Health Professions San Antonio, TX Selectivity Index 1.0 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,262
8	Criswell College	0.8788	100	1,090 – 1,150	5865	42026	#8 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 0.9 1.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
9	Chamberlain University-Texas	0.8254	83.87	--	31278	84533	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Texas Houston, TX Based in Houston, Chamberlain University-Texas’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $95 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Chamberlain University-Texas currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chamberlain University-Texas, there is a 61% first year retention rate and 75% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 5.3% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
10	Texas A&M International University	0.8145	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#10 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 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 3.4% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
11	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	0.8108	66.69	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Based in Scottsdale, Arizona State University Digital Immersion accepts 67% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona State University Digital Immersion currently receive grant aid from the school. At Arizona State University Digital Immersion,......Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 9.4% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
12	Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online	0.8022	100	--	23684	46727	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online Addison, TX Found in Addison, Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 11.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
13	Trinity University	0.7739	25.92	1,360 – 1,500	32224	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 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Selectivity Index 0.8 6.4% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
14	Chamberlain University-Arizona	0.77	90.91	--	36087	84533	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, Chamberlain University-Arizona accepts 91% of applicants. They request $95 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at Chamberlain University-Arizona currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 5.7% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
15	Mid-America Christian University	0.7519	91.76	930 – 1,010	17585	39265	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City, OK Based in Oklahoma City, Mid-America Christian University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 73% of students attending Mid-America Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.8 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
16	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	0.7328	97.47	780 – 1,010	15381	20816	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Found in Santa Fe, the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 4.9% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,381 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
17	East Central University	0.7283	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#17 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 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 1.8% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
18	St. John's College	0.6956	53.15	1,300 – 1,480	25209	33770	#18 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. 93% of students receive institutional grants. Selectivity Index 0.7 0.3% Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $25,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,770
19	Texas A&M University-College Station	0.6949	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#19 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 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 2.7% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
20	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	0.6704	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	40734	#20 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 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Selectivity Index 0.7 0.3% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
21	Texas A&M University-Central Texas	0.6613	100	--	1794	50382	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, TX Selectivity Index 0.7 16.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,382
22	Nelson University	0.6386	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 2.6% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
23	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	0.6085	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#23 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 28 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Selectivity Index 0.6 11.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
24	East Texas Baptist University	0.6032	57.76	930 – 1,120	25092	41759	#24 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 100% 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 5.0% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $25,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
25	Huston-Tillotson University	0.595	39.09	850 – 1,250	20355	38342	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 39% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 Acceptance Rate 39.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
26	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	0.5908	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#26 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 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 0.8% Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
27	LeTourneau University	0.5862	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	29799	51058	#27 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 0.5% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
28	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	0.5752	66.17	930 – 1,110	27312	55700	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 20.4% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
29	Wayland Baptist University	0.5715	55.96	900 – 1,120	20446	44159	#29 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 74% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 45%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.6 14.0% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
30	Texas Christian University	0.5556	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	41848	60435	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 80% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 93% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, and General are the most common undergraduate majors. Selectivity Index 0.6 16.9% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
31	University of Central Oklahoma	0.5497	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#31 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 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 3.8% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
32	Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix	0.5481	100	--	36352	32840	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Located in Phoenix, Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 0% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 12.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,352 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
33	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	0.5418	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#33 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 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 9.2% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
34	Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe	0.5333	100	--	29819	32840	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe Tempe, AZ Found in Tempe, Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $49 to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $2,000 on average. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 2.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
35	Arizona Christian University	0.5055	70.62	920 – 1,160	32514	39524	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 6.9% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $32,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
36	The University of Texas Permian Basin	0.4634	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	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 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.5 15.7% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
37	Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas	0.4459	100	--	37109	32840	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $49 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 18.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
38	University of Advancing Technology	0.4363	98.06	950 – 1,180	27286	39016	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Located in Tempe, the University of Advancing Technology’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students at the University of Advancing Technology will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and 41% of students will earn......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 97.4% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,016
39	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	0.4301	94.19	870 – 1,090	5282	35812	#39 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 55% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 25.6% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
40	Oklahoma Baptist University	0.4193	49.41	970 – 1,080	23839	42581	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 49% 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 72% and its four year......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 13.3% Acceptance Rate 49.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
41	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	0.4032	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	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 unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 48.2% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
42	Howard Payne University	0.4003	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#42 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 67%. 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 0.4 11.4% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
43	Northeastern State University	0.3917	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#43 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 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 19.8% Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
44	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	0.3829	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#44 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 Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Selectivity Index 0.4 3.6% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
45	University of Tulsa	0.3783	61.51	1,220 – 1,510	13095	54779	#45 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 0.4 42.0% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $13,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
46	University of Dallas	0.3774	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	29209	45950	#46 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 33.2% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
47	Oklahoma Christian University	0.3736	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#47 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. 99% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Selectivity Index 0.4 49.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
48	Texas Tech University	0.3734	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#48 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 11.6% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
49	Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson	0.3611	100	--	33771	32840	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson Tucson, AZ Located in Tucson, Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson will receive institutional grant aid. 50% of students continued their studies......Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 14.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
50	University of Houston	0.3588	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 6.9% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
51	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	0.3586	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#51 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 24.2% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
52	Lubbock Christian University	0.3543	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.4 17.9% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
53	Angelo State University	0.338	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#53 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 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 31.4% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
54	Paul Quinn College	0.3374	40.28	840 – 990	12709	27021	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 40% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 21.5% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 840 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
55	Ottawa University-Surprise	0.3372	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 65.5% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
56	The University of Texas at El Paso	0.3356	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#56 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 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 5.0% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
57	University of North Texas	0.3352	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#57 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 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 6.5% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
58	The University of Texas at Arlington	0.3309	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#58 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 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 3.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
59	West Texas A & M University	0.3307	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#59 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 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 18.4% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
60	University of St Thomas	0.3304	89.92	980 – 1,210	20599	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 31.8% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
61	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	0.3277	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#61 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 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 6.7% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
62	Southwestern University	0.3196	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	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, $31,958 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 20.3% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
63	The King's University	0.3183	60.64	870 – 1,130	13940	30883	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The King's University Southlake, TX Found in Southlake, The King's University accepts 61% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 36% of students attending The King's University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and 47% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 63.8% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
64	The University of Texas at San Antonio	0.3122	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#64 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 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 6.5% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
65	The University of Texas at Dallas	0.3112	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	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 5.9% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
66	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	0.308	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41864	65391	#66 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 18.8% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
67	Texas State University	0.3008	89.32	990 – 1,210	15716	46716	#67 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 13.0% Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
68	Austin College	0.2976	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#68 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 Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Selectivity Index 0.3 19.8% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
69	The University of Texas at Tyler	0.2873	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#69 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 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 0.4% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
70	Southern Methodist University	0.2805	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	48179	65556	#70 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. 67% of students receive institutional grant aid. Selectivity Index 0.3 0.3% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $48,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
71	Baylor University	0.2775	51.28	1,230 – 1,420	47001	56532	#71 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 91% will stay on after they complete their first year. 81% graduate within six years. Selectivity Index 0.3 13.6% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $47,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
72	Tarleton State University	0.2717	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 22.0% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
73	Oklahoma City University	0.2659	77.02	1,070 – 1,280	24051	42312	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 77% 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 0.3 49.7% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
74	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	0.2657	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#74 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 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 18.9% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
75	Southwestern Adventist University	0.2643	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#75 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 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 24.8% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
76	Lamar University	0.2537	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#76 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 $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.3 13.1% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
77	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	0.246	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	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 87% 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 $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
78	University of Houston-Clear Lake	0.2455	90.52	980 – 1,160	14059	52098	#78 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 91% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 25.5% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
79	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	0.2366	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#79 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 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 2.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
80	Sam Houston State University	0.2337	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#80 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 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 16.8% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
81	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	0.232	88.97	890 – 1,130	10719	32960	#81 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 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $7,305 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 15.4% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
82	Prairie View A & M University	0.2316	79.31	870 – 1,080	14448	36350	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 45.4% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
83	Grand Canyon University	0.2291	78.91	1,030 – 1,120	22928	47280	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Found in Phoenix, Grand Canyon University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 52.4% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
84	University of Houston-Downtown	0.2228	89.96	940 – 1,110	10832	49120	#84 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 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 14.6% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
85	University of Arizona	0.2135	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#85 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 Big Twelve Conference. Selectivity Index 0.2 3.4% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
86	McMurry University	0.2104	57.04	960 – 1,170	20723	38647	#86 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 98% 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 $20,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
87	Texas Woman's University	0.2068	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#87 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 $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 3.9% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
88	Texas Wesleyan University	0.1988	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#88 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 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 25.8% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
89	Oral Roberts University	0.1903	98.9	1,120 – 1,310	25808	39112	#89 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 96% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 52% of students will......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 21.1% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
90	Sul Ross State University	0.1851	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#90 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 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 18.6% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
91	Texas Southern University	0.1846	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#91 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 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 23.6% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
92	Abilene Christian University	0.1834	66.03	1,090 – 1,290	28760	46727	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Located in Abilene, Abilene Christian University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 8.8% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
93	Stephen F Austin State University	0.182	93.99	970 – 1,180	14959	43144	#93 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 94%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72%......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 13.9% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
94	Northern Arizona University	0.1765	89.61	990 – 1,190	16371	47308	#94 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 Information Technology, though there are 176 degree programs available. 98% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,702 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Selectivity Index 0.2 0.9% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
95	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	0.1759	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#95 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.5% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
96	Texas Lutheran University	0.1751	95.71	1,050 – 1,250	25119	48125	#96 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 15.1% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
97	Schreiner University	0.1693	88.2	970 – 1,170	22884	45527	#97 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 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 1.1% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
98	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	0.155	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Selectivity Index 0.2 0.5% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
99	Midwestern State University	0.1384	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#99 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 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 23.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
100	Hardin-Simmons University	0.1359	90	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 12.8% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
101	East Texas A&M University	0.1329	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 20.0% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
102	University of North Texas at Dallas	0.1305	84.45	850 – 1,100	7586	51716	#102 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 84% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 88% 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 65% and its four year graduation......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 3.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
103	St. Mary's University	0.1291	97.76	890 – 1,310	20412	44130	#103 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 51 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Selectivity Index 0.1 0.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
104	University of Houston-Victoria	0.1278	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#104 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 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 18.2% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
105	Dallas Baptist University	0.1262	88.84	990 – 1,230	30057	45138	#105 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 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 44.9% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
106	Houston Christian University	0.1246	84.44	990 – 1,190	21282	44595	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Selectivity Index – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 84% 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 11.7% Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
107	Saint Edward's University	0.1172	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#107 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 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Selectivity Index 0.1 30.1% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
108	University of the Incarnate Word	0.0932	98.14	910 – 1,150	23363	47625	#108 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 100% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 15.0% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
109	Concordia University Texas	0.088	91.25	860 – 1,120	24723	48058	#109 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 100% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 33.4% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
110	Prescott College	0.0615	94.51	1,020 – 1,260	23377	33539	#110 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 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued their studies at......Read more Selectivity Index 0.1 63.6% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
111	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	0.0576	95.76	980 – 1,220	27651	48368	#111 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 53% 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 27.9% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $27,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368