2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist

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Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Alaska Pacific University	437	85.97	870 – 1,160	23667	47803	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 50% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 437 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
2	Texas Wesleyan University	1910	62.39	950 – 1,150	21169	44773	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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 63% and around 17%......Read more Undergraduates 1,910 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
3	Emory University	7407	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Undergraduates 7,407 Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
4	Virginia Wesleyan University	1749	72.87	1,190 – 1,390	21862	39200	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach, VA Found in Virginia Beach, Virginia Wesleyan University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Virginia Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 1,749 Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $21,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,200
5	Duke University	6523	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Undergraduates 6,523 Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
6	North Carolina Wesleyan University	1215	77.95	860 – 1,100	19111	38939	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 78% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,215 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939
7	Southwestern College	938	74.43	900 – 1,110	27337	48034	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 938 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
8	Greensboro College	899	70.14	900 – 1,110	19783	36462	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 899 Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
9	Methodist University	1436	75.2	1,130 – 1,220	25786	40540	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 65% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 1,436 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $25,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
10	Wesleyan College	595	62.07	880 – 950	15621	35630	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Wesleyan College Macon, GA Found in Macon, Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 62% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Wesleyan College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 595 Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 880 – 950 Avg. Net Price $15,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,630
11	Ferrum College	747	100	880 – 1,100	22521	36418	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 747 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
12	Albright College	1328	86.15	950 – 1,150	22116	45391	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Albright College Reading, PA Found in Reading, Albright College accepts 86% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Albright College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,328 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
13	Columbia College	1268	96.14	830 – 1,070	23920	45863	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Columbia College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students at Columbia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Columbia College, there is a 53% first year retention rate and around 46% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,268 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $23,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,863
14	Andrew College	294	51.15	800 – 1,010	22806	30337	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Andrew College Cuthbert, GA Based in Cuthbert, Andrew College’s acceptance rate is 51%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Andrew College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 294 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $22,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,337
15	Spartanburg Methodist College	1119	78.16	840 – 1,020	16556	33427	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Spartanburg Methodist College Spartanburg, SC Found in Spartanburg, Spartanburg Methodist College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students at Spartanburg Methodist College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 51% and 0% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,119 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,427
16	McMurry University	3167	57.04	960 – 1,170	20817	38647	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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 Undergraduates 3,167 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
17	Bennett College	195	33.61	860 – 950	20928	23153	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Bennett College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Bennett College accepts 34% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 93% of students at Bennett College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 195 Acceptance Rate 33.6% SAT Score 860 – 950 Avg. Net Price $20,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,153
18	Drew University	1611	67.83	1,110 – 1,350	28193	47562	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Drew University Madison, NJ Based in Madison, Drew University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Drew University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 88% of students continued their studies......Read more Undergraduates 1,611 Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,193 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,562
19	Centenary College of Louisiana	693	55.74	1,050 – 1,210	25427	42821	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life. Many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Undergraduates 693 Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
20	Southwestern University	1440	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	30687	49249	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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. Undergraduates 1,440 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
21	Morningside University	1177	70.57	710 – 1,110	23482	47687	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Undergraduates 1,177 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
22	Kansas Wesleyan University	900	67.02	930 – 1,140	23419	44811	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $200 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 900 Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
23	Reinhardt University	1129	61.54	970 – 1,170	27507	40411	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 62% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 62% first year retention rate and around 20% of students will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 1,129 Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
24	University of Indianapolis	3603	66.48	970 – 1,190	19903	46452	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Found in Indianapolis, the University of Indianapolis accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,603 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,452
25	McKendree University	1605	63.88	920 – 1,300	25200	49439	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist McKendree University Lebanon, IL Located in Lebanon, McKendree University’s acceptance rate is 64% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,605 Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $25,200 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,439
26	Union Commonwealth University	737	55.04	830 – 1,090	19223	36529	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Union Commonwealth University Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union Commonwealth University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Union Commonwealth University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union Commonwealth University, there is a 58% first year retention rate and 28% of......Read more Undergraduates 737 Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 830 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
27	American University	7476	61.87	1,300 – 1,450	40189	61328	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist American University Washington, DC Found in Washington, American University accepts 62% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $63 for graduate applications. About 62% of students at American University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more Undergraduates 7,476 Acceptance Rate 61.9% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $40,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,328
28	Pfeiffer University	654	91.26	800 – 1,080	21402	44621	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 654 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
29	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	56.86	940 – 1,140	25050	43860	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,041 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
30	Adrian College	1678	68.43	900 – 1,150	22053	42805	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Adrian College Adrian, MI Located in Adrian, Adrian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,678 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,805
31	Southern Methodist University	7285	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	45792	65556	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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. Undergraduates 7,285 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
32	Hamline University	1716	89.83	1,060 – 1,320	22759	47139	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,716 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
33	Oklahoma City University	1514	77.02	1,070 – 1,280	23143	42312	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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. Undergraduates 1,514 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
34	Millsaps College	547	43.12	1,080 – 1,300	26739	46137	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Millsaps College Jackson, MS Millsaps College was founded in 1890 and has produced well-known actors, poets, professors, politicians, and athletes. “The Bowl” is the home of Homecoming activities, concerts, and events on campus. The college’s motto is “In pursuit of excellence” (Ad Excellentiam) and it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Undergraduates 547 Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
35	North Central College	2454	77.33	1,090 – 1,320	24190	51762	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist North Central College Naperville, IL North Central College started as Plainfield College in 1861, receiving its current name in 1926 and acquiring Shimer College in 2017. It’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and it’s motto is “Lux Veritas” – or “Light of Truth.” 795 athletes are known as the Cardinals and are cheered on by Chippy the Cardinal. Undergraduates 2,454 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $24,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,762
36	Bethune-Cookman University	2739	88.24	830 – 990	14705	28282	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 2,739 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
37	Shenandoah University	2641	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 2,641 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
38	Lycoming College	807	74.07	1,080 – 1,300	20733	43713	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Lycoming College Williamsport, PA Lycoming College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist church. 100% of attending students receive grant aid, $40,733 on average. Lycoming College has a 10 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 54% 4-year graduation rate. Undergraduates 807 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,713
39	Baker University	1264	94.18	970 – 1,110	23410	54747	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 66% and 49% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,264 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
40	LaGrange College	582	58.05	1,000 – 1,150	24564	46599	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist LaGrange College Lagrange, GA Found in Lagrange, LaGrange College accepts 58% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending LaGrange College will receive institutional grant aid. At LaGrange College, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 39% of students will earn their degree......Read more Undergraduates 582 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $24,564 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,599
41	Brevard College	764	39.46	890 – 1,240	26938	34401	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 39% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 764 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
42	Kentucky Wesleyan College	834	67.05	720 – 1,180	20867	35895	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and around 33% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 834 Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score 720 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
43	Huntingdon College	880	67.93	1,010 – 1,200	22642	42147	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 68% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 880 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
44	Centenary University	951	96.75	850 – 1,080	22838	46049	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ Centenary University was originally founded in 1867 as a preparatory school. Today, the school is known for being a non-selective university, with an acceptance rate of 97%. Of attending students 75% stay after the first year and 59% will graduate within 4 years....Read more Undergraduates 951 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $22,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,049
45	Lindsey Wilson College	1738	0	930 – 1,140	14422	34861	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Undergraduates 1,738 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
46	Clark Atlanta University	3495	64.63	880 – 1,120	29736	28097	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Undergraduates 3,495 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
47	West Virginia Wesleyan College	938	95.1	920 – 1,150	20093	42672	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 39 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and......Read more Undergraduates 938 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
48	Emory & Henry University	1107	96.33	1,050 – 1,290	21714	39448	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Emory & Henry University Emory, VA Found in Emory, Emory & Henry University accepts 96% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,107 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,714 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,448
49	Florida Southern College	2626	59.09	1,190 – 1,340	30462	47749	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 59% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 2,626 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
50	Young Harris College	755	62.64	910 – 1,180	20509	36389	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Young Harris College Young Harris, GA Located in Young Harris, Young Harris College accepts 63% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Undergraduates 755 Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,389
51	Allegheny College	1171	54.52	1,180 – 1,360	27929	45603	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Allegheny College Meadville, PA Found in Meadville, Allegheny College accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of students at Allegheny College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,171 Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,603
52	Otterbein University	2211	84.52	990 – 1,240	22242	44539	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Otterbein University Westerville, OH Otterbein University is a private institution that offers up to Doctor's degrees. It was founded by the Church of United Brethren in Christ in 1947, but today it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church....Read more Undergraduates 2,211 Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,539
53	Hendrix College	1101	55.63	1,140 – 1,400	24236	39913	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $25,518. There are 27 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. Undergraduates 1,101 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
54	Ohio Wesleyan University	1525	55.6	1,190 – 1,380	23826	42495	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, OH Found in Delaware, Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 56% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 100% of students attending Ohio Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 1,525 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $23,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,495
55	Cornell College	1085	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Undergraduates 1,085 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
56	University of Evansville	1742	78.13	1,070 – 1,280	21611	46734	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist University of Evansville Evansville, IN Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the University of Evansville dates back to 1854. It has a satellite center in England. A NCAA Division I without football school, the Purple Aces compete in the Missouri Valley Conference. Classes are on the small size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 1,742 Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,734
57	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1463	79.82	1,110 – 1,280	24863	47667	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Undergraduates 1,463 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
58	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	781	73.41	1,010 – 1,110	20650	61249	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Undergraduates 781 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
59	Tennessee Wesleyan University	857	59.41	940 – 1,140	16414	45987	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Undergraduates 857 Acceptance Rate 59.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
60	Randolph-Macon College	1643	86.61	990 – 1,230	29058	48067	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates. Many opt to major in Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. Undergraduates 1,643 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
61	Simpson College	1140	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Undergraduates 1,140 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
62	High Point University	5006	76.83	1,130 – 1,350	43578	50955	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Undergraduates 5,006 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
63	Philander Smith University	848	100	800 – 1,010	14986	25254	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Philander Smith University Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Philander Smith University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 60% of students attending Philander Smith University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Undergraduates 848 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,254
64	Wofford College	1817	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Undergraduates 1,817 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
65	Dakota Wesleyan University	767	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 767 Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
66	Ohio Northern University	2706	78.87	1,090 – 1,320	26396	62686	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Ohio Northern University Ada, OH Ohio Northern University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Pharmacy, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other, and Law are among the most common academic programs. ONU’s motto is “Out of diversity strength” in Latin. Undergraduates 2,706 Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $26,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,686
67	Wiley University	636	97.35	--	10290	28078	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist 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, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Undergraduates 636 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
68	Lebanon Valley College	1720	83.77	1,140 – 1,310	28640	54021	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Lebanon Valley College Annville, PA 100% of students attending Lebanon Valley College receive institutional grants averaging $32,975, and 83% will stay on after they complete their first year. Many opt to study Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Physical Therapy/Therapist....Read more Undergraduates 1,720 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $28,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,021
69	Paine College	344	86.2	820 – 1,000	17048	25240	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Paine College Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Paine College accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 29% of students at Paine College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 344 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $17,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,240
70	Dillard University	1117	40.51	1,010 – 1,150	18551	28507	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Dillard University New Orleans, LA A highly selective school, Dillard University has an 8% yield. While Dillard opened in 1930, it has roots dating back to 1868. The school motto is “Ex Fide, Fortis,” which means “Strong Through Faith.” It’s affiliated with both the United Methodist Church and United Church of Christ. Undergraduates 1,117 Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,507
71	Claflin University	1754	72.55	850 – 1,040	21232	29227	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Claflin University was founded shortly after the American Civil War. Its motto is “The World Needs Visionaries.” A fairly selective school, it received 7,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. 9% of accepted students chose to attend....Read more Undergraduates 1,754 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $21,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,227
72	Rust College	429	34.69	710 – 1,000	8234	25641	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Diversity (Ethnicity) – United Methodist Rust College Holly Springs, MS Based in Holly Springs, Rust College accepted 35% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $10 for undergraduate applications. About 67% of students at Rust College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 429 Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 710 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $8,234 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,641