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Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains

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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	2	0	--	0	70417	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Undergraduates 971 Student-Faculty Ratio 2 33.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
2	Bolivar Technical College	144	4	95.45	--	0	59213	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Bolivar Technical College Bolivar, MO Undergraduates 144 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
3	Northwestern Health Sciences University	439	4	55.56	--	36272	43760	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Undergraduates 439 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
4	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	202	4	100	930 – 1,010	19390	59213	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cape Girardeau, MO Undergraduates 202 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 33.3% 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 $59,213
5	Academy College	56	5	100	--	29093	45418	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Academy College Bloomington, MN Undergraduates 56 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,418
6	Southeast Missouri State University	7926	5	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 5 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
7	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	447	6	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	58378	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Undergraduates 447 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 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 $58,378
8	City Vision University	257	6	0	--	6353	40650	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains City Vision University Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 257 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 50.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,650
9	National American University-Rapid City	767	6	0	--	31062	29641	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
10	Nebraska Indian Community College	620	6	0	--	23188	25591	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Undergraduates 620 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 20.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
11	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	233	6	0	--	5846	63721	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
12	St Luke's College	176	6	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Undergraduates 176 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 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
13	Barclay College	170	7	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 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
14	Cottey College	254	7	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 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
15	Hannibal-LaGrange University	452	7	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 30.0% 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
16	Hesston College	373	7	0	--	22723	46707	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
17	Mercy College of Health Sciences	867	7	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
18	Research College of Nursing	177	7	64.1	1,080 – 1,210	0	59213	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 $59,213
19	Sisseton Wahpeton College	206	7	0	--	2508	23940	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Undergraduates 206 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,940
20	Sitting Bull College	280	7	0	--	4281	23563	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Undergraduates 280 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
21	Stephens College	392	7	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 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
22	Union Adventist University	625	7	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7 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
23	Washington University in St Louis	8220	7	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
24	Calvary University	174	8	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 8 100.0% 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
25	Chamberlain University-Missouri	284	8	100	--	31591	59213	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
26	Cox College	541	8	100	780 – 1,140	0	58703	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Cox College Springfield, MO Undergraduates 541 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 11.1% 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
27	Emmaus Bible College	234	8	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
28	Sterling College	670	8	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
29	Bryan College of Health Sciences	623	9	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
30	Carleton College	2128	9	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9 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
31	Grinnell College	1788	9	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other. 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
32	Logan University	251	9	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 25.0% 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
33	Luther College	1384	9	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
34	Martin Luther College	770	9	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	18974	40760	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9 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
35	Saint Louis University	10413	9	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
36	Southwestern College	938	9	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9 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
37	St Catherine University	2498	9	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
38	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	160	9	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 18.2% 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
39	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	343	9	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
40	University of Minnesota-Morris	981	9	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
41	Bethany Global University	81	10	92.86	--	37790	50472	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Bethany Global University Bloomington, MN Based in Bloomington, Bethany Global University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Bethany Global University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,174 each. The first year retention rate is 22%....Read more Undergraduates 81 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
42	Bethel College-North Newton	509	10	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
43	Central Christian College of the Bible	165	10	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
44	Clarke University	815	10	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
45	Doane University	1315	10	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
46	Donnelly College	395	10	0	--	11058	34791	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Undergraduates 395 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
47	Graceland University-Lamoni	798	10	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
48	Kansas City Art Institute	813	10	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
49	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	720	10	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
50	Oak Hills Christian College	95	10	62.7	930 – 1,070	20227	31108	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Oak Hills Christian College Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Oak Hills Christian College accepts 63% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% of students attending Oak Hills Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. 45% of students continued studying at Oak Hills Christian College after completing their first......Read more Undergraduates 95 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $20,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,108
51	Southwest Baptist University	1710	10	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9.1% 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
52	The College of Saint Scholastica	1810	10	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 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
53	University of Dubuque	1440	10	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
54	University of Mary	2821	10	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 16.7% 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
55	Westminster College	640	10	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 10 9.1% 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
56	William Jewell College	924	10	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
57	Augustana University	2003	11	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
58	Bethel University	2755	11	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
59	California Intercontinental University	151	11	0	--	0	63721	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains California Intercontinental University Sioux Falls, SD Undergraduates 151 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
60	Central Christian College of Kansas	454	11	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 35.3% 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
61	Coe College	1195	11	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
62	College of Saint Benedict	1391	11	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	54567	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
63	Columbia College	5207	11	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
64	Creighton University	4377	11	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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	Drake University	2585	11	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
66	Gustavus Adolphus College	1905	11	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
67	MidAmerica Nazarene University	1204	11	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
68	Minot State University	2499	11	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
69	North Central University	759	11	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 26.7% 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
70	Oglala Lakota College	1139	11	0	--	3173	20536	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Undergraduates 1,139 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
71	Ranken Technical College	1784	11	0	--	18286	51342	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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	Simpson College	1235	11	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
74	St Olaf College	3124	11	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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	Truman State University	3265	11	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
76	University of Saint Mary	1027	11	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
77	Valley City State University	1651	11	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
78	William Woods University	1342	11	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 11 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
79	York University	428	11	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
80	Baker University	1530	12	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 12 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
81	Bethany College	611	12	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
82	Bethany Lutheran College	856	12	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
83	Briar Cliff University	766	12	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 12 7.7% 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
84	Central College	1084	12	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 12 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
85	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	12	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
86	Concordia College at Moorhead	1864	12	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9.1% 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
87	Cornell College	1094	12	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 12 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
88	Dakota Wesleyan University	771	12	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9.1% 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
89	Dunwoody College of Technology	1537	12	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
90	Friends University	1548	12	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
91	Grand View University	1500	12	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
92	Loras College	1123	12	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 9.1% 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
93	Manhattan Christian College	160	12	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 12 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
94	Mission University	381	12	0	--	23118	30600	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Mission University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 381 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
95	Morningside University	1172	12	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7.7% 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
96	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1463	12	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
97	Rockhurst University	2303	12	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	2216	12	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
100	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	399	12	80	--	24395	28788	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton Fenton, MO Undergraduates 399 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
101	Turtle Mountain Community College	840	12	0	--	3871	30931	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Undergraduates 840 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
102	United Tribes Technical College	576	12	0	--	4431	21254	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Undergraduates 576 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 50.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
103	Bismarck State College	4206	13	0	--	10462	50401	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Undergraduates 4,206 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
104	Buena Vista University	1436	13	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
105	Hamline University	1806	13	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 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
106	Kansas Wesleyan University	962	13	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 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
107	Lincoln University	1926	13	0	--	14002	32185	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Undergraduates 1,926 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
108	Maharishi International University	922	13	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
109	Maryville University of Saint Louis	5692	13	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
110	McPherson College	876	13	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 18.8% 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
111	Midland University	1309	13	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 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
112	Mount Marty University	1022	13	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 8.3% 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
113	Mount Mercy University	1139	13	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 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
114	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	781	13	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
115	Newman University	2529	13	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 62.5% 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
116	Ozark Christian College	610	13	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 13.3% 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
117	Park University	4657	13	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
118	University of Jamestown	1049	13	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
119	University of Minnesota Rochester	578	13	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	62585	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
120	University of Missouri-Kansas City	10166	13	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
121	University of Missouri-St Louis	12317	13	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
122	University of St Thomas	6270	13	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13 7.1% 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
123	Wartburg College	1462	13	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 13.3% 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
124	Augsburg University	2527	14	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
125	College of the Ozarks	1454	14	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
126	Concordia University-Nebraska	3000	14	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
127	Dordt University	1716	14	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
128	Drury University	1391	14	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
129	Fort Hays State University	10172	14	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 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
130	Harris-Stowe State University	1002	14	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 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
131	Hastings College	933	14	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
132	Herzing University-Minneapolis	740	14	93.75	--	16741	35295	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,741 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
133	Lindenwood University	4663	14	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
134	Mayville State University	1067	14	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 7.7% 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
135	Metropolitan State University	5904	14	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 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
136	Pittsburg State University	4472	14	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
137	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	8633	14	83.27	--	17667	41436	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
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 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 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	Washburn University	5331	14	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 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
140	Webster University	2322	14	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 14 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
141	Benedictine College	2403	15	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 15 25.0% 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
142	Bryan University	144	15	90.79	--	21211	28498	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Bryan University Springfield, MO Undergraduates 144 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
143	Chadron State College	1690	15	0	--	13292	39139	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
144	Culver-Stockton College	861	15	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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 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 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	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	551	15	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 15 50.0% 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
147	Kansas Christian College	143	15	0	--	16527	63721	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Kansas Christian College Overland Park, KS Undergraduates 143 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
148	Missouri Baptist University	4958	15	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
149	Missouri Southern State University	3881	15	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
150	Northwestern College	1184	15	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
151	Ottawa University-Ottawa	870	15	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 15 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
152	Tabor College	539	15	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
153	University of Nebraska at Omaha	11756	15	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
154	William Penn University	1348	15	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
155	Winona State University	5317	15	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 15 6.3% 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
156	Bemidji State University	3751	16	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 16 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
157	Dickinson State University	1339	16	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
158	Emporia State University	2396	16	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
159	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	1789	16	0	--	11723	50863	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 $50,863
160	Missouri Valley College	1687	16	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 16 23.1% 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
161	Missouri Western State University	3491	16	0	--	13126	37499	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Undergraduates 3,491 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
162	Peru State College	1308	16	0	--	11915	39150	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Peru State College Peru, NE Undergraduates 1,308 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
163	Sinte Gleska University	515	16	0	--	6768	15889	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
164	Southwest Minnesota State University	7735	16	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
165	University of Central Missouri	7584	16	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 16 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
166	University of Iowa	22738	16	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
167	University of Minnesota Duluth	8426	16	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
168	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	41303	16	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 16 5.9% 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
169	University of Northwestern-St Paul	3163	16	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Computer Science 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 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
170	University of South Dakota	7619	16	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
171	Bellevue University	11037	17	0	--	16210	57732	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Undergraduates 11,037 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
172	Black Hills State University	3198	17	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
173	Minnesota State University Moorhead	3375	17	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 30.8% 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
174	Missouri University of Science and Technology	5552	17	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
175	North Dakota State University	9762	17	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 17 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
176	University of Kansas	22085	17	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 17 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
177	University of Minnesota-Crookston	2612	17	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 17 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
178	University of Missouri-Columbia	24449	17	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
179	University of North Dakota	11033	17	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
180	Clarkson College	643	18	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 18 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
181	Concordia University-Saint Paul	3424	18	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 18 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
182	Iowa State University	25628	18	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
183	Northwest Missouri State University	5241	18	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 18 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
184	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	18	0	--	8042	59213	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Undergraduates 11,380 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
185	Saint Louis Community College	15649	18	0	--	9181	30242	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Undergraduates 15,649 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
186	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	1932	18	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
187	University of Northern Iowa	7711	18	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
188	University of Sioux Falls	1241	18	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
189	Avila University	1331	19	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
190	Dakota State University	3066	19	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 19 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
191	Kansas State University	15650	19	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
192	Northern State University	3169	19	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
193	Wayne State College	3902	19	0	--	16060	40857	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
194	Wichita State University	13313	19	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 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
195	Haskell Indian Nations University	978	20	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Undergraduates 978 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 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
196	Saint Cloud State University	8738	20	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 20 17.6% 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
197	Minnesota State University, Mankato	13433	21	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 4.5% 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
198	Missouri State University-Springfield	20584	21	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
199	Crown College	1523	22	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 22 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
200	Upper Iowa University	3054	22	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 22 83.3% 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
201	Waldorf University	1834	22	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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
202	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	198	26	96.33	--	29651	33845	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Concorde Career College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Undergraduates 198 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 10.3% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
203	Walden University	9144	30	0	--	34282	50657	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains Walden University Minneapolis, MN Undergraduates 9,144 Student-Faculty Ratio 30 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
204	Capella University	18366	36	100	--	17199	48500	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Plains 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 36 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,199 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500