2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD)

Home
College Rankings
Student-Faculty Ratio
Region
Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD)

About

Many students seek a college or university with a low student-to-faculty ratio as it means that students, on average, get more face-to-face time with professors and instructors. This also means that it's easier to get help outside of class and get in to faculty office hours.

Sort by:

View as:

Rank	Institution	Undergraduates	Student-Faculty Ratio	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	University of Nebraska Medical Center	971	3	0	--	0	70417	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Undergraduates 971 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 50.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
2	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	309	4	39.01	--	12328	74758	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Undergraduates 309 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 20.0% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
3	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	202	4	100	930 – 1,010	19390	60055	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cape Girardeau, MO Undergraduates 202 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,055
4	Fontbonne University	209	5	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 209 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 44.4% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
5	City Vision University	257	6	0	--	6353	40650	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) City Vision University Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 257 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,650
6	Cottey College	254	6	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 69% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 254 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
7	National American University-Rapid City	767	6	0	--	31062	29641	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) National American University-Rapid City Rapid City, SD Undergraduates 767 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,641
8	Northwestern Health Sciences University	439	6	55.56	--	36272	43760	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Undergraduates 439 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 50.0% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
9	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	233	6	0	--	5846	63721	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College New Town, ND Undergraduates 233 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,846 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
10	Ottawa University-Kansas City	221	6	0	--	0	49139	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park, KS Undergraduates 221 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 20.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
11	Bolivar Technical College	144	7	95.45	--	0	63721	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bolivar Technical College Bolivar, MO Undergraduates 144 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 75.0% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
12	Calvary University	174	7	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 174 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
13	Mercy College of Health Sciences	867	7	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 16% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Undergraduates 867 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
14	Mission University	381	7	0	--	23118	30600	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 381 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 41.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
15	Nebraska Indian Community College	620	7	0	--	23188	25591	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Undergraduates 620 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
16	Ottawa University-Online	339	7	96.67	--	0	49139	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Online Overland Park, KS Based in Overland Park, Ottawa University-Online’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 0% of students at Ottawa University-Online will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 339 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
17	Research College of Nursing	177	7	64.1	1,080 – 1,210	0	72771	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Research College of Nursing Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 177 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,771
18	St Luke's College	176	7	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Undergraduates 176 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
19	Washington University in St Louis	8220	7	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis St. Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Undergraduates 8,220 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
20	Allen College	261	8	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Undergraduates 261 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,078
21	Barclay College	170	8	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barclay College Haviland, KS Located in Haviland, Barclay College accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 170 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
22	Carleton College	2128	8	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Undergraduates 2,128 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
23	College of Saint Mary	552	8	44.65	970 – 1,240	17078	59339	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $18,847 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Undergraduates 552 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
24	Cox College	541	8	100	780 – 1,140	0	58703	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cox College Springfield, MO Undergraduates 541 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 780 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,703
25	Emmaus Bible College	234	8	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 60% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 83% and 45% of......Read more Undergraduates 234 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $15,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
26	Evangel University-College of Online Learning	242	8	49.18	--	22503	39332	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University-College of Online Learning Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Evangel University-College of Online Learning accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Evangel University-College of Online Learning currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 242 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 49.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
27	Hannibal-LaGrange University	452	8	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 452 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
28	Sisseton Wahpeton College	206	8	0	--	2508	23940	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Undergraduates 206 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,940
29	Sitting Bull College	280	8	0	--	4281	23563	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Undergraduates 280 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
30	Stephens College	392	8	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 77% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Undergraduates 392 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
31	Sterling College	670	8	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 27%......Read more Undergraduates 670 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
32	Union Adventist University	625	8	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, Union Adventist University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Union Adventist University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 625 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
33	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	447	9	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	71761	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 447 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 50.0% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,761
34	Bryan College of Health Sciences	623	9	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Based in Lincoln, Bryan College of Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 623 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $25,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
35	Clarke University	815	9	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Undergraduates 815 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
36	Grinnell College	1788	9	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as......Read more Undergraduates 1,788 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
37	Logan University	251	9	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 251 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
38	Luther College	1384	9	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Undergraduates 1,384 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
39	Saint Louis University	10413	9	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 10,413 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
40	St Catherine University	2498	9	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,498 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
41	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	160	9	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Found in Ellendale, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School accepted 26% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 160 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 25.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
42	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	343	9	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Undergraduates 343 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
43	University of Minnesota-Morris	981	9	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 981 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
44	Westminster College	640	9	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 640 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
45	Briar Cliff University	766	10	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Undergraduates 766 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
46	Central Christian College of the Bible	165	10	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Undergraduates 165 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
47	Chamberlain University-Missouri	284	10	100	--	31591	84533	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chamberlain University-Missouri St. Louis, MO Located in St. Louis, Chamberlain University-Missouri accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $95 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 75% of students attending Chamberlain University-Missouri currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 284 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
48	Clarkson College	643	10	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarkson College Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Clarkson College’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 643 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 44.4% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
49	Kansas Christian College	143	10	0	--	16527	63721	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Christian College Overland Park, KS Undergraduates 143 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 33.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
50	Kansas City Art Institute	813	10	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 813 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
51	Macalester College	2138	10	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Undergraduates 2,138 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
52	Manhattan Christian College	160	10	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 160 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
53	Martin Luther College	770	10	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	18974	40760	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Martin Luther College’s motto is “Via Veritas Vita,” or “The Way, the Truth, the Life.” Many students study Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other. The school was established in 1995 when Northwestern College (1865) merged with Dr. Martin Luther College (1884). Undergraduates 770 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,974 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
54	Oglala Lakota College	1139	10	0	--	3173	20536	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Undergraduates 1,139 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
55	Southwest Baptist University	1710	10	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,710 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
56	Southwestern College	938	10	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 938 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
57	University of Dubuque	1440	10	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,440 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
58	William Jewell College	924	10	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 18 - 24. Undergraduates 924 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
59	Bethel College-North Newton	509	11	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 509 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
60	Bethlehem College & Seminary	117	11	78.95	1,130 – 1,270	14681	63721	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethlehem College & Seminary Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Bethlehem College & Seminary accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of students at Bethlehem College & Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 117 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $14,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
61	Central College	1084	11	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,084 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
62	Coe College	1195	11	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Undergraduates 1,195 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
63	College of Saint Benedict	1391	11	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	54567	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Undergraduates 1,391 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
64	Creighton University	4377	11	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Undergraduates 4,377 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
65	Doane University	1315	11	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,315 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
66	Donnelly College	395	11	0	--	11058	34791	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Undergraduates 395 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
67	Drake University	2585	11	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,585 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
68	Lincoln University	1926	11	0	--	14002	32185	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Undergraduates 1,926 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 15.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
69	MidAmerica Nazarene University	1204	11	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Undergraduates 1,204 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
70	Minot State University	2499	11	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,499 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
71	Ranken Technical College	1784	11	0	--	18286	51342	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 1,784 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
72	Saint Ambrose University	1939	11	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Social Work. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Undergraduates 1,939 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
73	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	399	11	80	--	24395	28788	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton Fenton, MO Undergraduates 399 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
74	St Olaf College	3124	11	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 47 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Undergraduates 3,124 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
75	University of Saint Mary	1027	11	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,027 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
76	York University	428	11	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) York University York, NE Found in York, York University accepted 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 428 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
77	Augustana University	2003	12	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Undergraduates 2,003 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
78	Bellevue University	11037	12	0	--	16210	57732	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Undergraduates 11,037 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 29.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
79	Bethany College	611	12	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Undergraduates 611 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
80	Bethany Lutheran College	856	12	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Undergraduates 856 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
81	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	12	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
82	Concordia College at Moorhead	1864	12	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,864 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
83	Dakota Wesleyan University	771	12	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 771 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
84	Dunwoody College of Technology	1537	12	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Dunwoody College of Technology accepts 99% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,537 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
85	Friends University	1548	12	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,548 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
86	Graceland University-Lamoni	798	12	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 55%......Read more Undergraduates 798 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
87	Grand View University	1500	12	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Undergraduates 1,500 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
88	Gustavus Adolphus College	1905	12	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,905 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
89	Harris-Stowe State University	1002	12	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Undergraduates 1,002 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
90	Hesston College	373	12	0	--	22723	46707	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hesston College Hesston, KS Hesston College offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. With a high 78% first year retention rate, 71% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Undergraduates 373 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 71.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
91	Loras College	1123	12	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Undergraduates 1,123 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
92	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	720	12	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Minneapolis College of Art......Read more Undergraduates 720 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
93	Morningside University	1172	12	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 1,172 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
94	Mount Marty University	1022	12	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Undergraduates 1,022 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
95	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1463	12	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
96	Ottawa University-Ottawa	870	12	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Undergraduates 870 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
97	Rockhurst University	2303	12	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,562 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Undergraduates 2,303 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
98	Saint Johns University	1413	12	90.62	1,070 – 1,280	28504	59843	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 86% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,413 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
99	Simpson College	1235	12	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Undergraduates 1,235 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
100	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	2216	12	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Undergraduates 2,216 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
101	The College of Saint Scholastica	1810	12	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Undergraduates 1,810 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 20.0% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
102	Truman State University	3265	12	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Undergraduates 3,265 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
103	United Tribes Technical College	576	12	0	--	4431	21254	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Undergraduates 576 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
104	Valley City State University	1651	12	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 1,651 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
105	Baker University	1530	13	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,530 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
106	Bismarck State College	4206	13	0	--	10462	50401	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Undergraduates 4,206 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
107	Bryan University	144	13	90.79	--	21211	28498	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 144 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
108	Buena Vista University	1436	13	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Undergraduates 1,436 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
109	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	659	13	0	--	12389	37508	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Undergraduates 659 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 23.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
110	Maharishi International University	922	13	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA Found in Fairfield, Maharishi International University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 922 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
111	Maryville University of Saint Louis	5692	13	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Undergraduates 5,692 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
112	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	781	13	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Undergraduates 781 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
113	Park University	4657	13	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,657 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
114	Rasmussen University-Kansas	359	13	71.95	--	23980	41436	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka, KS Undergraduates 359 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,980 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
115	University of Jamestown	1049	13	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Undergraduates 1,049 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 44.4% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
116	University of Minnesota Rochester	578	13	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 54% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 578 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,585
117	University of Missouri-Kansas City	10166	13	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,166 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
118	University of Missouri-St Louis	12317	13	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 12,317 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
119	Wartburg College	1462	13	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Undergraduates 1,462 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
120	Augsburg University	2527	14	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 48% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 2,527 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
121	Bethel University	2755	14	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 2,755 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
122	College of the Ozarks	1454	14	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Thanks to a student work program and donations, students don’t have to pay tuition to attend the College of the Ozarks. It has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 90% first year retention rate. CofO is extremely selective and out of those accepted, 81% decided to attend. Undergraduates 1,454 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
123	Concordia University-Nebraska	3000	14	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Undergraduates 3,000 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
124	Cornell College	1094	14	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Undergraduates 1,094 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
125	Dordt University	1716	14	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,716 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
126	Drury University	1391	14	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,391 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
127	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	551	14	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 68% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Undergraduates 551 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
128	Hamline University	1806	14	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,806 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
129	Hastings College	933	14	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 72% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 933 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
130	Lindenwood University	4663	14	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Undergraduates 4,663 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
131	Mayville State University	1067	14	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,067 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
132	Midland University	1309	14	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 66% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,309 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
133	Mount Mercy University	1139	14	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 73% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,139 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
134	North Central University	759	14	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Central University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, North Central University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 82%......Read more Undergraduates 759 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 27.3% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
135	Pittsburg State University	4472	14	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 4,472 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
136	Turtle Mountain Community College	840	14	0	--	3871	30931	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Undergraduates 840 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
137	University of Mary	2821	14	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 2,821 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 40.0% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
138	University of Nebraska at Kearney	4213	14	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Undergraduates 4,213 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
139	University of St Thomas	6270	14	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Undergraduates 6,270 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
140	Winona State University	5317	14	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Undergraduates 5,317 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
141	Central Christian College of Kansas	454	15	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 454 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 36.4% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
142	Chadron State College	1690	15	0	--	13292	39139	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Undergraduates 1,690 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
143	Crown College	1523	15	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,523 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 31.8% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
144	Culver-Stockton College	861	15	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 99% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 861 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 11.8% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
145	Evangel University	1511	15	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,511 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 25.0% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
146	Fort Hays State University	10172	15	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,172 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
147	Herzing University-Minneapolis	740	15	93.75	--	16741	35295	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park, MN Located in St. Louis Park, Herzing University-Minneapolis’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Herzing University-Minneapolis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 740 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,741 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
148	Metropolitan State University	5904	15	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Undergraduates 5,904 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
149	Missouri Baptist University	4958	15	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 4,958 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 28.6% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
150	Missouri Southern State University	3881	15	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 3,881 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
151	Missouri Western State University	3491	15	0	--	13126	37499	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Undergraduates 3,491 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
152	Northwestern College	1184	15	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 39 majors and programs to choose from. Undergraduates 1,184 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
153	Tabor College	539	15	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Undergraduates 539 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
154	University of Nebraska at Omaha	11756	15	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 11,756 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
155	Washburn University	5331	15	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,331 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
156	William Penn University	1348	15	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,348 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
157	Benedictine College	2403	16	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Undergraduates 2,403 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
158	California Intercontinental University	151	16	0	--	0	63721	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) California Intercontinental University Sioux Falls, SD Undergraduates 151 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 45.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
159	Concordia University-Saint Paul	3424	16	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,424 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
160	Dickinson State University	1339	16	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,339 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
161	Emporia State University	2396	16	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,396 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
162	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	1789	16	0	--	11723	37251	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Undergraduates 1,789 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
163	Kansas Wesleyan University	962	16	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 962 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
164	McPherson College	876	16	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Found in McPherson, McPherson College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending McPherson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 876 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
165	Newman University	2529	16	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,529 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 23.1% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
166	Northwest Missouri State University	5241	16	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,241 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
167	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	8633	16	83.27	--	17667	41436	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, MN Found in St. Cloud, Rasmussen University-Minnesota accepts 83% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Rasmussen University-Minnesota, there is a 100% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 8,633 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
168	Sinte Gleska University	515	16	0	--	6768	15889	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Undergraduates 515 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
169	Southwest Minnesota State University	7735	16	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Undergraduates 7,735 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
170	University of Iowa	22738	16	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 22,738 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
171	University of Minnesota Duluth	8426	16	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Undergraduates 8,426 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
172	University of Northwestern-St Paul	3163	16	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, and General are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Undergraduates 3,163 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
173	University of South Dakota	7619	16	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 7,619 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
174	Webster University	2322	16	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,322 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
175	William Woods University	1342	16	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,342 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 45.5% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
176	Black Hills State University	3198	17	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,198 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
177	Minnesota State University Moorhead	3375	17	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 3,375 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
178	Missouri University of Science and Technology	5552	17	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Undergraduates 5,552 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
179	Ozark Christian College	610	17	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 610 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 30.8% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
180	Peru State College	1308	17	0	--	11915	39150	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Undergraduates 1,308 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
181	South Dakota State University	10719	17	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Undergraduates 10,719 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
182	Spurgeon College	1126	17	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 1,126 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
183	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	41303	17	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Undergraduates 41,303 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
184	University of Missouri-Columbia	24449	17	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Undergraduates 24,449 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
185	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	19701	17	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 19,701 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
186	University of North Dakota	11033	17	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 11,033 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
187	Bemidji State University	3751	18	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,751 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
188	Dakota State University	3066	18	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 30% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 3,066 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
189	Iowa State University	25628	18	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 25,628 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
190	Missouri Valley College	1687	18	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 1,687 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
191	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	18	0	--	8042	32525	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Undergraduates 11,380 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
192	Saint Cloud State University	8738	18	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,738 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
193	Saint Louis Community College	15649	18	0	--	9181	30242	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Undergraduates 15,649 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
194	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	1932	18	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 1,932 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
195	University of Central Missouri	7584	18	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Undergraduates 7,584 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
196	University of Kansas	22085	18	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Undergraduates 22,085 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
197	University of Minnesota-Crookston	2612	18	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,612 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
198	University of Northern Iowa	7711	18	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Undergraduates 7,711 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
199	University of Sioux Falls	1241	18	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 1,241 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
200	Avila University	1331	19	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,331 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 46.2% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
201	Kansas State University	15650	19	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 15,650 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
202	North Dakota State University	9762	19	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,762 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
203	Northern State University	3169	19	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 90% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 3,169 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
204	Wayne State College	3902	19	0	--	16060	40857	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Undergraduates 3,902 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
205	Wichita State University	13313	19	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Undergraduates 13,313 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.0% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
206	Arizona College of Nursing-St Louis	131	20	100	--	0	0	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Arizona College of Nursing-St Louis Maryland Heights, MO Undergraduates 131 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $0
207	Columbia College	5207	20	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,207 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
208	Southeast Missouri State University	7926	20	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Undergraduates 7,926 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
209	Minnesota State University, Mankato	13433	21	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 13,433 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
210	Missouri State University-Springfield	20584	21	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 20,584 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
211	Urshan University	474	21	83.78	880 – 1,100	14207	63721	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Urshan University Wentzville, MO Based in Wentzville, Urshan University accepts 84% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Urshan University, there is a 63% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Undergraduates 474 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
212	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	198	22	96.33	--	29651	33845	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concorde Career College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 198 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 15.4% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
213	Haskell Indian Nations University	978	22	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Undergraduates 978 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
214	Waldorf University	1834	22	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 1,834 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
215	Upper Iowa University	3054	25	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 3,054 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 13.6% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
216	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	3465	28	87.53	1,010 – 1,210	14601	43860	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, MO Found in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 3,465 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 64.7% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
217	Walden University	9144	31	0	--	34282	50657	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Walden University Minneapolis, MN Undergraduates 9,144 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
218	Capella University	18366	41	100	--	17199	48500	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Capella University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Capella University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 18,366 Student-Faculty Ratio 41 13.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,199 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500