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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	Medical University of South Carolina	281	2	98.28	--	0	77677	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC Undergraduates 281 Student-Faculty Ratio 2 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,677
2	Champion Christian College	139	4	0	--	15392	63721	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Champion Christian College Hot Springs, AR Undergraduates 139 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
3	Duke University	6523	5	5.71	1,520 – 1,560	23422	85792	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Duke University Durham, NC Methodists and Quakers founded Duke University in 1838. The school has produced 50 Rhodes Scholars, three Turing Award winners, and 15 Noble laureates. Known as the Blue Devils, the university’s colors are Duke blue and white....Read more Undergraduates 6,523 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate 5.7% SAT Score 1,520 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $23,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $85,792
4	Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando	102	5	92.52	--	18033	37753	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico-Orlando accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 50%......Read more Undergraduates 102 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,753
5	Simmons College of Kentucky	389	5	98.19	760 – 850	19083	22732	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Simmons College of Kentucky Louisville, KY Located in Louisville, Simmons College of Kentucky accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 29% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 389 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 760 – 850 Avg. Net Price $19,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,732
6	AdventHealth University	1407	6	22.51	1,030 – 1,150	30340	63230	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) AdventHealth University Orlando, FL Based in Orlando, AdventHealth University accepted 23% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At AdventHealth University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 22.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $30,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,230
7	Saint Augustine's University	173	6	34.65	760 – 920	18373	26999	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Saint Augustine's University Raleigh, NC Undergraduates 173 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 40.0% Acceptance Rate 34.7% SAT Score 760 – 920 Avg. Net Price $18,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,999
8	Thomas University	882	6	43.16	920 – 1,140	19087	45305	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Thomas University Thomasville, GA Thomas University received 500 last admissions cycle and, out of the accepted students, 62% enrolled. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration is the most popular area of study by far, followed by andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Undergraduates 882 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,305
9	University of North Carolina School of the Arts	902	6	33.08	1,170 – 1,320	11163	24537	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina School of the Arts Winston Salem, NC The University of North Carolina School of the Arts accepts only 33% of applicants. 47% of those accepted will go on to attend the following fall. It has a whopping 6 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 87% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 902 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 33.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,537
10	Barry University	3232	7	77.21	910 – 1,120	23930	47637	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Barry University Miami, FL Based in Miami, Barry University accepts 77% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Barry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 63% of students decide to stay at Barry......Read more Undergraduates 3,232 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 30.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $23,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,637
11	Queens University of Charlotte	1225	7	56.51	1,150 – 1,320	27178	48170	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Found in Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of students attending Queens University of Charlotte currently receive grant aid from the school. At Queens University of Charlotte, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a......Read more Undergraduates 1,225 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 22.2% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $27,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,170
12	Tulane University of Louisiana	7283	7	13.98	1,400 – 1,510	50631	50220	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tulane University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA The Tulane University of Louisiana opened in 1834 as the public Medical College of Louisiana, making it one of the oldest medical schools in the country. It became a full university in 1847 and went private in 1884. Tulane is extremely selective, accepting only 4,560 our of 32,600 applications. Undergraduates 7,283 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $50,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,220
13	University of Richmond	3055	7	22.2	1,440 – 1,540	35263	67927	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Richmond University of Richmond, VA “Verbum Vitae et Lumen Scientiae” or “Word of life and light of knowledge” is the University of Richmond’s motto. 23% of accepted students go on to attend in the fall. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, 405 athletes are cheered on by WebstUR the Spider. Undergraduates 3,055 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 22.2% SAT Score 1,440 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $35,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,927
14	Washington and Lee University	1886	7	13.97	1,450 – 1,530	24667	76516	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA Originally known as the Augusta Academy and established in 1749, it would later be named after George Washington and Robert E. Lee, the latter of which was the president of the school for five years....Read more Undergraduates 1,886 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 14.0% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $24,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $76,516
15	Baptist Health Sciences University	733	8	67.76	1,010 – 1,210	15395	59224	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Baptist Health Sciences University Memphis, TN Undergraduates 733 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,224
16	Baptist University of Florida	521	8	64.1	930 – 1,170	8904	31489	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Baptist University of Florida Graceville, FL Located in Graceville, Baptist University of Florida accepts 64% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 75% of students at Baptist University of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 20%....Read more Undergraduates 521 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,904 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,489
17	Belhaven University	1453	8	53.25	980 – 1,150	22145	38987	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Belhaven University Jackson, MS Located in Jackson, Belhaven University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 38% of students at Belhaven University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,453 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 53.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,145 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,987
18	Brescia University	545	8	35.24	970 – 1,210	15087	39897	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Brescia University Owensboro, KY Brescia University opened in 1925 as the Mount Saint Joseph Junior College for Women. It got its current moniker in 1998 when they added master’s degree programs on Management and Curriculum and Instruction. A very small school, Brescia accepts around 35% of applicants and students have a cozy student-to-faculty ratio – 8 to 1. Undergraduates 545 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 20.0% Acceptance Rate 35.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,897
19	Davidson College	1869	8	13.37	1,400 – 1,520	26510	62866	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Davidson College Davidson, NC Davidson College was founded in 1837 and started trying to reduce the cost of higher education for students by the 1850’s. Today, the school meets students’ financial needs through grants, employment, and more. 65% of students receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,869 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 13.4% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $26,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,866
20	Emory University	7407	8	10.29	1,460 – 1,550	27986	74980	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Emory University Atlanta, GA Emory University is a private, doctoral/research college. It has a 96% first year retention rate, 83% four year graduation rate, and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. There are nine academic divisions, including the Emory College of Arts and Sciences, Laney Graduate School, and Rollins School of Public Health, among others. Undergraduates 7,407 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 10.3% SAT Score 1,460 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $27,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,980
21	Galen Health Institutes-Miami Campus	635	8	35.66	--	27060	58951	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Galen Health Institutes-Miami Campus Pembroke Pines, FL Undergraduates 635 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 35.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
22	Hollins University	665	8	67.95	1,230 – 1,340	23444	29863	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hollins University Roanoke, VA Located in Roanoke, Hollins University’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued their studies at Hollins University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 665 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $23,444 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,863
23	Millsaps College	547	8	43.12	1,080 – 1,300	26739	46137	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Millsaps College Jackson, MS Millsaps College was founded in 1890 and has produced well-known actors, poets, professors, politicians, and athletes. “The Bowl” is the home of Homecoming activities, concerts, and events on campus. The college’s motto is “In pursuit of excellence” (Ad Excellentiam) and it’s affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Undergraduates 547 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,137
24	New College of Florida	710	8	74	1,040 – 1,250	8368	32611	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) New College of Florida Sarasota, FL Found in Sarasota, New College of Florida accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at New College of Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Undergraduates 710 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,611
25	Nossi College of Art and Design	278	8	43.27	--	23745	28099	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Nossi College of Art and Design Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Nossi College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 43% and charges $150 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $591 on average. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Undergraduates 278 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 43.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,099
26	Palm Beach Atlantic University	3094	8	88.32	990 – 1,220	31103	42366	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Based in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Atlantic University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,094 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $31,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,366
27	Randolph College	694	8	93.71	1,050 – 1,230	20856	39122	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Randolph College Lynchburg, VA Randolph College was an all women’s school for over 100 years, only becoming coeducational in 2007. It has an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 100% receive institutional grants, with each package averaging $15,460. Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General is the most popular major. Undergraduates 694 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,122
28	Spalding University	734	8	98.64	960 – 1,140	25539	42870	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Spalding University Louisville, KY Undergraduates 734 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,870
29	Sweet Briar College	464	8	71.74	1,020 – 1,360	25598	35533	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Sweet Briar College Sweet Briar, VA Undergraduates 464 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $25,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,533
30	The University of the South	1644	8	56.9	1,230 – 1,400	33616	53456	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of the South Sewanee, TN The University of the South, or Sewanee, sits on 13,000 acres. The grounds are often called “The Domain” or “The Mountain,” and have several Gothic-styled buildings. The university’s magazine, “Sewanee Review,” has been running since 1892, making it the oldest continuous literary magazine in the country. Undergraduates 1,644 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $33,616 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,456
31	Trinity College of Florida	189	8	96.3	790 – 1,170	20828	29914	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Trinity College of Florida Trinity, FL Found in Trinity, Trinity College of Florida accepts 96% of applicants and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and . About 85% of students attending Trinity College of Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 189 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 790 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,914
32	Vanderbilt University	7221	8	5.86	1,500 – 1,560	26689	73909	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University was named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and rail magnate, due to his gift of $1 million. Its campus spans 330 acres in midtown Nashville and the school's motto is "dare to grow." Many students at Vanderbilt major in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Social Sciences, General, and......Read more Undergraduates 7,221 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 5.9% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $26,689 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,909
33	Virginia Union University	1170	8	97.8	800 – 1,000	18496	27977	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia Union University Richmond, VA A non selective HBCU, Virginia Union University received 2,700 last year. 14% of accepted students enrolled. It opened as the Richmond Theological Institute in 1886 towards the end of the American Civil War to help African-Americans enter the Baptist ministry. Virginia Union has a cozy 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 1,170 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 800 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $18,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,977
34	Welch College	358	8	57.91	930 – 1,210	19214	34190	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Welch College Gallatin, TN Based in Gallatin, Welch College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 96% of students attending Welch College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 358 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,214 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,190
35	West Liberty University	1944	8	72.12	920 – 1,150	14203	36822	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Liberty University West Liberty, WV Found in West Liberty, West Liberty University accepts 72% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 33% of students attending West Liberty University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,944 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,203 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,822
36	Berea College	1527	9	19.34	1,150 – 1,320	4379	35676	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Berea College Berea, KY Berea College, founded in 1892, was the first integrated, co-educational college in the South. 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $51,923 on average. The most popular degree programs are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and......Read more Undergraduates 1,527 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 19.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $4,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,676
37	Campbellsville University	6411	9	72.35	930 – 1,180	18777	34639	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Campbellsville University Campbellsville, KY Based in Campbellsville, Campbellsville University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 6,411 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,639
38	Carolinas College of Health Sciences	410	9	81.48	920 – 1,110	0	59213	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Carolinas College of Health Sciences Charlotte, NC Undergraduates 410 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
39	Centre College	1356	9	55.53	1,240 – 1,430	23780	50073	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Centre College Danville, KY Centre College’s motto is “Doctrina Lux Mentis,” or “Learning is the Light of the Mind.” Offering up to Bachelor's degrees, the school has 26 degree programs, with Economics, Other being the most sought after. Centre also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Undergraduates 1,356 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 55.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $23,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,073
40	Christian Brothers University	1155	9	86.7	1,020 – 1,200	17068	48592	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Christian Brothers University Memphis, TN Located in Memphis, Christian Brothers University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,155 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $17,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,592
41	Eastern Mennonite University	791	9	100	1,140 – 1,540	24710	48158	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Eastern Mennonite University Harrisonburg, VA Based in Harrisonburg, Eastern Mennonite University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending Eastern Mennonite University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 791 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $24,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,158
42	Florida Institute of Technology	3677	9	57.7	1,130 – 1,320	36364	41941	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL During the last admissions cycle, the Florida Institute of Technology had a 9% yield. Alumni include astronauts, CEOs, politicians, and professors. 100% of FIA’s students receive grant aid, averaging $23,953 each. Classes are typically on the smaller size, with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 3,677 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $36,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,941
43	Furman University	2383	9	42.95	1,290 – 1,430	32901	50796	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Furman University Greenville, SC Furman University is the oldest private institution of higher learning in South Carolina. 91% of students stay on after they complete their first year, and many major in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. 381 Paladins compete in the Southern Conference. Furman also offers athletic scholarships, averaging $34,775 each. Undergraduates 2,383 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $32,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,796
44	Hampden-Sydney College	946	9	40.92	1,080 – 1,280	29578	55846	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney, VA Hampden-Sydney College is the oldest privately-charted college in the south. This all-male school focuses heavily on tradition. The campus sprawls over 1,300 acres, with part of it named to the National Register of Historic Places. The most popular major currently at H-SC is Business/Managerial Economics. Undergraduates 946 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 40.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,846
45	Johnson University	708	9	53.77	1,010 – 1,180	20713	35649	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Johnson University Knoxville, TN Found in Knoxville, Johnson University accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 89% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 708 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,713 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,649
46	Luther Rice College & Seminary	316	9	91.67	--	3935	50438	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Luther Rice College & Seminary Lithonia, GA Undergraduates 316 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,438
47	Lyon College	584	9	65.54	1,080 – 1,240	22675	37629	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lyon College Batesville, AR Found in Batesville, Lyon College accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Lyon College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Lyon College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and a 37% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 584 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,629
48	Meredith College	1206	9	74.18	1,130 – 1,350	23405	45293	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Meredith College Raleigh, NC Meredith College is a private women’s liberal arts school, but its graduate program does admit men. It offers 42 majors and programs, with many choosing to study Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Athletes are known as the Avenging Angels, and they participate in the USA South Athletic Conference. Undergraduates 1,206 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $23,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,293
49	Mid-Atlantic Christian University	177	9	76.21	890 – 1,010	26793	29887	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mid-Atlantic Christian University Elizabeth City, NC Found in Elizabeth City, Mid-Atlantic Christian University accepts 76% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students at Mid-Atlantic Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 177 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 76.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $26,793 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,887
50	Milligan University	834	9	70.27	1,080 – 1,340	21463	43168	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Milligan University Milligan, TN Milligan University is a Christ-centered liberal arts school with a 355-acre campus. 100% of students receive grant aid, about $28,521 each. A NAIA Division II university, students can also receive athletic scholarships. Many opt to study Business Administration and Management, General. Undergraduates 834 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 70.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,168
51	Rhodes College	1793	9	49.68	1,290 – 1,430	30590	48898	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Rhodes College Memphis, TN Getting its start in the mid-1830’s with the Montgomery Academy, Rhodes College is primarily composed of undergraduates. “Truth, Loyalty, Service” is the motto of Rhodes. Red and black are the colors for the Lynx sports teams, who compete in events such as Football, Basketball, and Lacrosse....Read more Undergraduates 1,793 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $30,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,898
52	Salem College	464	9	78.9	980 – 1,180	19000	38496	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Salem College Winston-Salem, NC Found in Winston-Salem, Salem College accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and 66% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 464 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,000 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,496
53	Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary	957	9	58.71	1,000 – 1,210	11395	63721	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Wake Forest, NC Based in Wake Forest, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary will receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 957 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
54	Tougaloo College	725	9	7.17	880 – 1,090	12158	25777	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tougaloo College Tougaloo, MS Undergraduates 725 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 7.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,777
55	Union College	2065	9	43.74	1,320 – 1,480	19223	36529	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Union College Barbourville, KY Found in Barbourville, Union College’s acceptance rate is 44%. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Union College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Union College, there is a 90% first year retention rate and 28% of students will earn their degree in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 2,065 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 43.7% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,529
56	Union University	1934	9	60.16	1,120 – 1,380	27191	45505	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Union University Jackson, TN Union University athletes are known as the Bulldogs. Previously a NCAA Division I school, they’ve won several championships while part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Today, athletes compete in the Gulf South Conference....Read more Undergraduates 1,934 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,505
57	Virginia Military Institute	1527	9	71.25	1,110 – 1,330	17229	63545	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA Abraham Lincoln called the Virginia Military Institute the “West Point of the South.” Located on the Maury River in the Shenandoah Valley, 562 athletes (the Keydets) compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big South Conference. Moe the Kangaroo cheers them on. Undergraduates 1,527 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,545
58	Wake Forest University	5471	9	21.56	1,410 – 1,510	27790	67722	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Based in Winston-Salem, Wake Forest University accepts 22% of applicants. They require $85 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of students at Wake Forest University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,471 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 21.6% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,722
59	Wesleyan College	595	9	62.07	1,060 – 1,210	15621	35630	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wesleyan College Macon, GA Found in Macon, Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 62% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Wesleyan College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 595 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,630
60	Agnes Scott College	843	10	62.15	1,180 – 1,370	25609	41382	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Agnes Scott College Decatur, GA One of the Seven Sisters, Agnes Scott College is a women’s undergraduate school but offers co-educational graduate programs as well. The school underwent many name changes since it was founded in 1889, starting with the Decatur Female Seminary....Read more Undergraduates 843 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $25,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,382
61	Alabama State University	3322	10	95.64	850 – 1,040	13504	27453	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Alabama State University Montgomery, AL Found in Montgomery, Alabama State University accepts 96% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 59% of students attending Alabama State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 3,322 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,453
62	Albizu University-Miami	226	10	100	--	36302	32168	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Albizu University-Miami Miami, FL Based in Miami, Albizu University-Miami accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 67% of students at Albizu University-Miami currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 226 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,302 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,168
63	Carolina University	424	10	34	850 – 1,140	19111	30657	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Carolina University Winston-Salem, NC Located in Winston-Salem, Carolina University accepted 34% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students at Carolina University currently receive grant aid from the school. 58% of students decide to stay at Carolina University after......Read more Undergraduates 424 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 34.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,657
64	Centenary College of Louisiana	693	10	55.74	1,050 – 1,210	25427	42821	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Centenary College of Louisiana Shreveport, LA The Centenary College of Louisiana is the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi, having been founded in 1885. Students can benefit from a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and the 65-acre campus that is home to more than 300 species of plant life....Read more Undergraduates 693 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 55.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,821
65	Central Baptist College	550	10	46.36	990 – 1,190	16672	37681	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Central Baptist College Conway, AR Located in Conway, Central Baptist College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Central Baptist College will receive institutional grant aid. At Central Baptist College, there is a 61% first......Read more Undergraduates 550 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 46.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,681
66	Chamberlain University-Virginia	567	10	100	--	0	59213	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Chamberlain University-Virginia Vienna, VA Undergraduates 567 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
67	Ecclesia College	138	10	47.5	970 – 1,210	24610	32147	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ecclesia College Springdale, AR Located in Springdale, Ecclesia College’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of students at Ecclesia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 54% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 138 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,147
68	Galen College of Nursing-Louisville	4184	10	54.34	630 – 850	0	59213	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Galen College of Nursing-Louisville Louisville, KY Located in Louisville, Galen College of Nursing-Louisville’s acceptance rate is 54% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 16% of students attending Galen College of Nursing-Louisville will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Undergraduates 4,184 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score 630 – 850 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
69	Greensboro College	899	10	70.14	900 – 1,110	19783	36462	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Greensboro College Greensboro, NC Found in Greensboro, Greensboro College accepts 70% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 899 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 16.7% Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,462
70	King University	966	10	99.72	930 – 1,140	23282	52248	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) King University Bristol, TN Based in Bristol, King University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 78% of students at King University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 966 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,248
71	Lincoln Memorial University	1668	10	62.6	980 – 1,190	19401	45242	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate, TN Based in Harrogate, Lincoln Memorial University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 69% of students continued studying at Lincoln Memorial University......Read more Undergraduates 1,668 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 62.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
72	Marymount University	2216	10	80.21	990 – 1,200	28147	57801	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Marymount University Arlington, VA Located in Arlington, Marymount University accepts 80% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Marymount University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Marymount University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and around 50% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 2,216 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 80.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $28,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,801
73	Methodist University	1436	10	75.2	1,100 – 1,250	25786	40540	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Located in Fayetteville, Methodist University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 62% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 1,436 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,540
74	Shenandoah University	2641	10	76.95	990 – 1,270	26400	48167	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Shenandoah University Winchester, VA Found in Winchester, Shenandoah University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Shenandoah University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Shenandoah University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 2,641 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $26,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,167
75	Stetson University	2349	10	71.6	990 – 1,240	22914	44792	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Stetson University DeLand, FL Stetson University was first known as DeLand Academy when it opened in 1883. Its name changed just a few years later after generous donations from John B. Stetson. During downtime, students have plenty to do, as the campus isn’t far from the beach or amusement parks in Orlando. Stetson has a 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 2,349 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,792
76	Tennessee Wesleyan University	857	10	59.41	970 – 1,180	16414	45987	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tennessee Wesleyan University Athens, TN Tennessee Wesleyan University was founded as the Athens Female College in 1857. Although it became coeducational only a few years later, a majority of the student body are still women. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Undergraduates 857 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 59.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,987
77	Bethel University	2719	11	97.17	1,040 – 1,310	20606	38990	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bethel University McKenzie, TN Based in McKenzie, Bethel University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and 26% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 2,719 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,990
78	Brenau University	1273	11	87.78	1,040 – 1,170	20860	41664	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Brenau University Gainesville, GA Based in Gainesville, Brenau University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students attending Brenau University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 1,273 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,664
79	Brevard College	764	11	39.46	940 – 1,130	26938	34401	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Brevard College Brevard, NC Found in Brevard, Brevard College accepts 39% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Brevard College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 764 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $26,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,401
80	Chamberlain University-Florida	1084	11	100	--	25513	59213	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Chamberlain University-Florida Jacksonville, FL Undergraduates 1,084 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
81	Citadel Military College of South Carolina	2737	11	92.81	1,100 – 1,290	21041	60168	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston, SC The Citadel Military College of South Carolina is a senior military college that got its start as an arsenal in 1822. It became an academy in 1843 and some of its buildings were burned during the Civil War. The Citadel awards up to Post-master's certificates, and many students are studying Business/Commerce, General. Undergraduates 2,737 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,041 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,168
82	Columbia College	1268	11	96.14	830 – 1,070	23920	45863	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Columbia College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 84% of students at Columbia College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Columbia College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 46% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,268 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $23,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,863
83	Eckerd College	1893	11	75.8	1,170 – 1,340	40122	37505	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, FL A private liberal arts school located not far from the beach, Eckerd College is home to several sustainability initiatives, bikesharing systems, and the Galbraith Marine Science Laboratory. In fact, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography is a commonly chosen program....Read more Undergraduates 1,893 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $40,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,505
84	Edward Waters University	1113	11	84.81	820 – 990	13763	29809	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Edward Waters University Jacksonville, FL Located in Jacksonville, Edward Waters University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 84% of students at Edward Waters University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Edward Waters......Read more Undergraduates 1,113 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 820 – 990 Avg. Net Price $13,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,809
85	Hendrix College	1101	11	55.63	1,240 – 1,400	24236	39913	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hendrix College Conway, AR Most students at Hendrix College are undergraduates, but it awards up to Master's degrees. The school gives 100% of students institutional grant aid, with each package averaging $25,518. There are 26 majors and programs available, with many choosing to study Psychology, General. Undergraduates 1,101 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,236 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,913
86	Jacksonville University	2946	11	56.96	1,110 – 1,280	25745	61991	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville University accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Jacksonville University currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 2,946 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,991
87	Kentucky Wesleyan College	834	11	67.05	1,010 – 1,210	20867	35895	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Located in Owensboro, Kentucky Wesleyan College’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Kentucky Wesleyan College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and around 33% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 834 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,895
88	Lees-McRae College	873	11	76.85	1,040 – 1,240	26009	41599	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lees-McRae College Banner Elk, NC Located in Banner Elk, Lees-McRae College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 873 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,009 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,599
89	Lenoir-Rhyne University	1477	11	80.68	970 – 1,180	24042	44799	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lenoir-Rhyne University Hickory, NC Located in Hickory, Lenoir-Rhyne University’s acceptance rate is 81%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Lenoir-Rhyne University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,477 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,799
90	Mercer University	4690	11	68.89	1,180 – 1,370	24197	50231	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mercer University Macon, GA Based in Macon, Mercer University accepts 69% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at Mercer University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 4,690 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 15.4% Acceptance Rate 68.9% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,231
91	Paine College	344	11	86.2	820 – 1,000	17048	25240	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Paine College Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Paine College accepts 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 29% of students at Paine College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 344 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,000 Avg. Net Price $17,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,240
92	Point University	2617	11	67.51	850 – 1,100	22622	36410	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Point University West Point, GA Based in West Point, Point 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. Approximately 93% of students at Point University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,617 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $22,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,410
93	Presbyterian College	853	11	68.37	990 – 1,220	20058	44387	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Presbyterian College Clinton, SC Located in Clinton, Presbyterian College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Presbyterian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 853 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,387
94	Randolph-Macon College	1643	11	86.61	1,050 – 1,230	29058	48067	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College was founded in 1830, making it the oldest Methodist-run college in continuous operation in the United States. Although the school offers up to Master's degrees, most students are undergraduates....Read more Undergraduates 1,643 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 22.2% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,067
95	Ringling College of Art and Design	1689	11	69.65	--	60362	39650	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ringling College of Art and Design Sarasota, FL Based in Sarasota, Ringling College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 70%. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 98% of students attending Ringling College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,689 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 69.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $60,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,650
96	Roanoke College	1824	11	80.07	1,080 – 1,280	27695	45330	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Roanoke College Salem, VA Found in Salem, Roanoke College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Roanoke College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,824 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,330
97	Southeastern College-West Palm Beach	1449	11	83.74	--	34092	35935	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southeastern College-West Palm Beach West Palm Beach, FL Undergraduates 1,449 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,935
98	Spelman College	2712	11	24.87	1,110 – 1,330	37403	45676	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Spelman College Atlanta, GA Spelman College is a women’s liberal arts college that was founded in 1881. 23% of those accepted go on to attend. Many students major in Psychology, General. Spelman has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 2,712 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 24.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $37,403 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,676
99	Spring Hill College	790	11	74.66	1,020 – 1,190	20271	41358	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Spring Hill College Mobile, AL Found in Mobile, Spring Hill College’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students at Spring Hill College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 790 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,358
100	Tennessee State University	5057	11	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Undergraduates 5,057 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 26.7% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
101	Transylvania University	1006	11	86.55	1,180 – 1,380	25634	40447	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Transylvania University Lexington, KY It may come as no surprise, but Transylvania University’s mascot is a bat – and their school color is crimson. Halloween is a big deal at the school, featuring a week-long celebration. It ends with Pumpkinmania, where the steps of a campus building are lined with carved pumpkins....Read more Undergraduates 1,006 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,447
102	University of Lynchburg	1595	11	43.01	1,000 – 1,250	22921	44261	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, the University of Lynchburg accepts 43% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Lynchburg will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,595 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 43.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,921 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,261
103	University of Miami	13250	11	18.9	1,340 – 1,480	41028	61508	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Miami Coral Gables, FL The University of Miami is extremely selective and has a first year retention rate of 94%. With 176 available majors and programs, Law is a common choice. The school’s library system has over 4 million volumes, 4 million microforms, and 1.6 million electronic books. Undergraduates 13,250 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 18.9% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $41,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,508
104	Warren Wilson College	742	11	77.71	1,210 – 1,370	27913	27723	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Warren Wilson College Swannanoa, NC Located in Swannanoa, Warren Wilson College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Warren Wilson College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 742 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $27,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,723
105	Xavier University of Louisiana	2688	11	69.04	990 – 1,160	17874	40643	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Xavier University of Louisiana New Orleans, LA Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic HBCU. It opened first as a high school in 1915, becoming a university in 1925. XULA has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students major in Biology/Biological Sciences, General. 307 athletes are known as the Golf Rush and Gold Nuggets....Read more Undergraduates 2,688 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,643
106	Averett University	1180	12	47.8	870 – 1,150	24091	46273	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Averett University Danville, VA Found in Danville, Averett University accepts 48% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 62% and 36% of students will graduate in four years. Business Administration and......Read more Undergraduates 1,180 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $24,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,273
107	Beacon College	531	12	16.77	--	47664	19919	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Beacon College Leesburg, FL Based in Leesburg, Beacon College accepted 17% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at Beacon College will receive grant aid from the school. They receive $17,957 on average. The first year retention rate is 85%....Read more Undergraduates 531 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $19,919
108	Bellarmine University	2240	12	86.11	1,020 – 1,240	24432	49819	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bellarmine University Louisville, KY Bellarmine University is a private Catholic university providing a liberal arts education. The school has a 12 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 75% first year retention rate, and 65% six year graduation rate. BU is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville right near the Bardstown Road corridor. Undergraduates 2,240 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,432 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,819
109	Belmont Abbey College	1549	12	90.38	960 – 1,190	23463	43816	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Belmont Abbey College Belmont, NC Found in Belmont, Belmont Abbey College’s acceptance rate is 90% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students attending Belmont Abbey College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,549 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,816
110	Belmont University	7167	12	95.28	1,180 – 1,370	37558	42770	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Belmont University Nashville, TN Located in Nashville, Belmont University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 91% of students at Belmont University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,167 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $37,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,770
111	Berry College	2254	12	64	1,120 – 1,320	25383	45014	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Berry College Mount Berry, GA Located in Mount Berry, Berry College accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Berry College, there is a 84% first year retention rate and around 66%......Read more Undergraduates 2,254 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,014
112	Bethany College	645	12	60.49	930 – 1,110	16844	37124	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bethany College Bethany, WV Located in Bethany, Bethany College accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Bethany College currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $28,014 on average. 63% of students continued studying at Bethany College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 645 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $16,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
113	Bridgewater College	1407	12	91.72	1,020 – 1,360	19660	45620	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bridgewater College Bridgewater, VA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of students at Bridgewater College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,407 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $19,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,620
114	Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach	572	12	0	--	11607	27873	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, VA Undergraduates 572 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,873
115	Carson-Newman University	1606	12	90.45	1,010 – 1,210	19755	39324	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Carson-Newman University Jefferson City, TN Undergraduates 1,606 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
116	Catawba College	1263	12	75.21	960 – 1,240	18319	36912	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Catawba College Salisbury, NC Undergraduates 1,263 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,912
117	Chowan University	638	12	72.37	880 – 1,090	15845	30096	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Chowan University Murfreesboro, NC Located in Murfreesboro, Chowan University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 100% of students attending Chowan University currently receive grant aid from the school. 64% of students decide to stay at Chowan University after completing their first......Read more Undergraduates 638 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,845 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,096
118	Davis & Elkins College	683	12	58.23	910 – 1,140	19762	38495	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Davis & Elkins College Elkins, WV Found in Elkins, Davis & Elkins College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Davis & Elkins College currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Undergraduates 683 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,495
119	Delta State University	1876	12	100	930 – 1,150	13457	36265	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Delta State University Cleveland, MS Based in Cleveland, Delta State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Delta State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,876 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,457 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,265
120	Dillard University	1117	12	40.51	1,010 – 1,150	18551	28507	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Dillard University New Orleans, LA A highly selective school, Dillard University has an 8% yield. While Dillard opened in 1930, it has roots dating back to 1868. The school motto is “Ex Fide, Fortis,” which means “Strong Through Faith.” It’s affiliated with both the United Methodist Church and United Church of Christ. Undergraduates 1,117 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 40.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,507
121	Ferrum College	747	12	100	930 – 1,140	22521	36418	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ferrum College Ferrum, VA Based in Ferrum, Ferrum College’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Ferrum College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 747 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,418
122	Florida College	657	12	66.45	930 – 1,200	23885	42430	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida College Temple Terrace, FL Undergraduates 657 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,430
123	Freed-Hardeman University	1878	12	90.61	1,080 – 1,280	18267	40086	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Freed-Hardeman University Henderson, TN Found in Henderson, Freed-Hardeman University accepts 91% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 84% and 58% of students will earn......Read more Undergraduates 1,878 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,086
124	Guilford College	1160	12	83.76	900 – 1,150	22620	40401	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Guilford College Greensboro, NC Located in Greensboro, Guilford College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Guilford College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,160 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,620 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,401
125	Harding University	3523	12	39.42	1,080 – 1,310	21069	43555	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Harding University Searcy, AR In the last admissions cycle, Harding University 93% of accepted students decided to attend the following fall. In addition, 98% of students attending Harding receive institutional grant aid to help them afford tuition. Student athletes are known as the Bisons, and they wear black and gold....Read more Undergraduates 3,523 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,555
126	Johnson C Smith University	1252	12	45.21	790 – 980	19326	31478	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Johnson C Smith University Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, Johnson C Smith University accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 1,252 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 33.3% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 790 – 980 Avg. Net Price $19,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,478
127	Kentucky Christian University	503	12	62.38	950 – 1,090	22209	39921	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Kentucky Christian University Grayson, KY Based in Grayson, Kentucky Christian University accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 503 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,921
128	LaGrange College	582	12	58.05	1,000 – 1,150	24564	46599	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) LaGrange College Lagrange, GA Found in Lagrange, LaGrange College accepts 58% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending LaGrange College will receive institutional grant aid. At LaGrange College, there is a 60% first year retention rate and around 39% of students will earn their degree......Read more Undergraduates 582 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $24,564 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,599
129	Louisiana Christian University	803	12	83.79	940 – 1,190	15470	40615	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Louisiana Christian University Pineville, LA Located in Pineville, Louisiana Christian University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Louisiana Christian University currently receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students decide to stay at......Read more Undergraduates 803 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,615
130	Loyola University New Orleans	3032	12	93.05	1,050 – 1,240	26150	34092	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Located in New Orleans, Loyola University New Orleans accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Loyola University New Orleans currently receive grant aid from the school. At Loyola University New Orleans, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a 54% four......Read more Undergraduates 3,032 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,092
131	Mars Hill University	1062	12	68.22	1,000 – 1,200	19842	35680	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mars Hill University Mars Hill, NC Found in Mars Hill, Mars Hill University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students attending Mars Hill University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,062 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,680
132	Maryville College	1136	12	60.92	1,040 – 1,300	20990	39305	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Maryville College Maryville, TN Located in Maryville, Maryville College accepts 61% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Maryville College currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Undergraduates 1,136 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 60.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $20,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,305
133	Mississippi Valley State University	2005	12	51.16	760 – 970	12304	25817	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS Found in Itta Bena, Mississippi Valley State University accepts 51% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 48% of students at Mississippi Valley State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Mississippi Valley State University, there is a 62% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 2,005 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 760 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,817
134	Montreat College	759	12	65.55	970 – 1,140	26294	39763	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Montreat College Montreat, NC Located in Montreat, Montreat College accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students attending Montreat College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 759 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 65.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $26,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,763
135	Ouachita Baptist University	1729	12	67.52	1,110 – 1,310	22087	41697	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia, AR Ouachita Baptist University, associated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, first opened in 1886. 577 athletes are known as the Tigers wear purple and gold while competing in Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, and other sports....Read more Undergraduates 1,729 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,697
136	Philander Smith University	848	12	100	800 – 1,010	14986	25254	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Philander Smith University Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Philander Smith University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 60% of students attending Philander Smith University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Undergraduates 848 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 800 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $14,986 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,254
137	Piedmont University	1159	12	93.28	1,020 – 1,240	21599	43761	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Piedmont University Demorest, GA Found in Demorest, Piedmont University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Piedmont University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Undergraduates 1,159 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,761
138	Reinhardt University	1082	12	60.17	970 – 1,170	27507	40411	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Reinhardt University Waleska, GA Based in Waleska, Reinhardt University accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Reinhardt University will receive institutional grant aid. At Reinhardt University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 20% of students will earn a degree......Read more Undergraduates 1,082 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,507 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,411
139	Rollins College	2640	12	47.54	1,200 – 1,360	37134	48239	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Rollins College Winter Park, FL Rollins College was founded in 1885, making it the fourth oldest post-secondary institution in Florida. Rollins has won over 20 National Championships and more than 60 Sunshine State Conference Championships. Student athletes, known as Tars, participate in Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball, among others....Read more Undergraduates 2,640 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $37,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,239
140	Southern Wesleyan University	887	12	100	1,020 – 1,160	20336	41489	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southern Wesleyan University Central, SC Found in Central, Southern Wesleyan University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Southern Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 67% and 45% of students will graduate in four......Read more Undergraduates 887 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $20,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,489
141	The College of the Florida Keys	854	12	58.84	--	14991	40277	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The College of the Florida Keys Key West, FL Undergraduates 854 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,277
142	United States Sports Academy	144	12	35.29	--	0	45521	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) United States Sports Academy Daphne, AL Undergraduates 144 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 35.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,521
143	Wheeling University	588	12	75.18	930 – 1,140	19164	48482	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wheeling University Wheeling, WV “Luceat Lux Vestra” – Let Your Light Shine is the motto of this small Catholic school. 78% of Wheeling University’s students receive institutional grants to help offset the cost. Many choose to study Physical Therapy/Therapist. Students wear red, black, and gold, and the school mascot is Iggy the Cardinal. Undergraduates 588 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,482
144	Wofford College	1817	12	51.94	1,240 – 1,370	31061	52076	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wofford College Spartanburg, SC Wofford College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an impressive 90% first year retention rate. Many students receive institutional grants – 97% – averaging $34,084 each. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a top undergraduate area of study. Undergraduates 1,817 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $31,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,076
145	Albany State University	6018	13	97.14	790 – 940	13775	35579	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 97% of applicants. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 12% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,018 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
146	Asbury University	2066	13	95.4	1,030 – 1,290	21375	35563	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Asbury University Wilmore, KY Asbury University is a private Christian university located 20 minutes southwest of Lexington. The school's motto is "Academic Excellence & Spiritual Vitality. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid — $24,903 on average. Popular majors among students include andGeneral Studies. Undergraduates 2,066 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 18.8% Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,563
147	Auburn University at Montgomery	3326	13	91.57	980 – 1,190	15458	38216	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 3,326 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
148	Bluefield State University	1249	13	87.22	900 – 1,100	14500	35030	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV Based in Bluefield, Bluefield State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 92% of students attending Bluefield State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,249 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,030
149	Campbell University	2699	13	87.2	1,020 – 1,220	24517	45511	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Based in Buies Creek, Campbell University accepts 87% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,699 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $24,517 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,511
150	Charleston Southern University	2914	13	76.09	1,000 – 1,140	21347	40606	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Found in Charleston, Charleston Southern University’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Charleston Southern University, there is a 66% first......Read more Undergraduates 2,914 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,606
151	Christopher Newport University	4407	13	87.96	1,110 – 1,310	22864	51931	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA Based in Newport News, Christopher Newport University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 83% of students decide to stay at Christopher Newport University......Read more Undergraduates 4,407 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,931
152	Clear Creek Baptist Bible College	136	13	54.34	--	13182	49979	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Clear Creek Baptist Bible College Pineville, KY Based in Pineville, Clear Creek Baptist Bible College accepts 54% of applicants and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at Clear Creek Baptist Bible College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 136 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 54.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,979
153	Coker University	1187	13	97.23	930 – 1,080	18910	36650	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Coker University Hartsville, SC Coker University was originally a high school when it opened in 1894. It was converted to the Coker College for Women in 1908 and became a university in 2019. Competing in the NCAA Division II without football South Atlantic Conference, the Cobras wear navy blue, light blue, and gold....Read more Undergraduates 1,187 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $18,910 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,650
154	Columbia International University	721	13	94.61	950 – 1,210	21320	33929	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Columbia International University Columbia, SC Undergraduates 721 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 94.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,929
155	Covenant College	1087	13	86.51	1,150 – 1,380	25471	39570	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Covenant College Lookout Mountain, GA Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College’s motto is “In All Things Christ Preeminent.” Courses are taught from a Reformed Christian perspective, and students can earn up to a Master's degree. It has a first year retention rate of 88% – 72% graduate in six years. Undergraduates 1,087 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $25,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,570
156	DeVry University-Florida	109	13	100	--	0	42178	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) DeVry University-Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, DeVry University-Florida accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending DeVry University-Florida will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 109 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
157	Francis Marion University	3635	13	86.39	880 – 1,150	11231	36304	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Francis Marion University Florence, SC Located in Florence, Francis Marion University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $41 to apply. Approximately 46% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 18% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 3,635 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,304
158	Georgetown College	1111	13	91.06	970 – 1,150	14878	40393	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgetown College Georgetown, KY Georgetown College dates back to 1829. During the last admissions cycle, it accepted 1,230 applicants, 26% of which enrolled. 100% of students receive grant aid, $41,435 each on average. Student athletes could also receive athletic scholarships. 551 Tigers compete in Football, Baseball, and Soccer, among other sports. Undergraduates 1,111 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,878 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,393
159	Hobe Sound Bible College	141	13	24.03	840 – 1,200	10226	25150	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hobe Sound Bible College Hobe Sound, FL Undergraduates 141 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $10,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
160	Kentucky State University	1546	13	92.51	810 – 1,040	9672	29640	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Kentucky State University Frankfort, KY Based in Frankfort, Kentucky State University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 91% of students attending Kentucky State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,546 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,640
161	Lee University	3271	13	70.52	1,040 – 1,270	20222	38082	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lee University Cleveland, TN Found in Cleveland, Lee University accepts 71% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 89% of students at Lee University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,271 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $20,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,082
162	Lipscomb University	3327	13	67.74	1,090 – 1,350	27386	50454	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Lipscomb University is a fairly selective school and during the last admissions cycle, 25% of accepted students enrolled. A NCAA Division I without football member, 265 Bisons compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference....Read more Undergraduates 3,327 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $27,386 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,454
163	Livingstone College	799	13	74.09	780 – 930	15162	24024	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Livingstone College Salisbury, NC Located in Salisbury, Livingstone College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 93% of students at Livingstone College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Livingstone College, there is a 47%......Read more Undergraduates 799 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 74.1% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $15,162 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,024
164	Longwood University	3223	13	84.8	1,030 – 1,220	22900	46058	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Longwood University Farmville, VA Located in Farmville, Longwood University accepts 85% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 96% of students at Longwood University currently receive institutional grant aid. They receive $6,114 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 3,223 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $22,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,058
165	Newberry College	1462	13	74.8	910 – 1,100	20941	38983	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Newberry College Newberry, SC Based in Newberry, Newberry College accepts 75% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Newberry College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,462 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $20,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,983
166	North Carolina Wesleyan University	1215	13	77.95	860 – 1,100	19111	38939	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) North Carolina Wesleyan University Rocky Mount, NC Found in Rocky Mount, North Carolina Wesleyan University accepts 78% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Carolina Wesleyan University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,215 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,939
167	North Greenville University	2020	13	66.67	1,060 – 1,270	20264	38173	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) North Greenville University Tigerville, SC Based in Tigerville, North Greenville University accepts 67% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending North Greenville University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,020 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $20,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,173
168	Oglethorpe University	1361	13	88.6	1,100 – 1,340	22251	42691	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA Undergraduates 1,361 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,251 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,691
169	Old Dominion University	17746	13	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16150	46732	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 17,746 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 13.3% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
170	Saint Leo University	7603	13	72.1	980 – 1,190	19478	41619	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Based in Saint Leo, Saint Leo University accepts 72% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Saint Leo University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and a 35% four year......Read more Undergraduates 7,603 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,619
171	Samford University	4210	13	82.36	1,100 – 1,300	32176	49466	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Samford University Birmingham, AL Founded in 1841, Samford University was originally was called Howard College and was converted to a military hospital during the Civil War. Today the school has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 93% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 4,210 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 82.4% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $32,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,466
172	Southern Adventist University	2827	13	66.61	980 – 1,280	25374	44818	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southern Adventist University Collegedale, TN Located in Collegedale, Southern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Southern Adventist University currently receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students decide to stay at Southern Adventist......Read more Undergraduates 2,827 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 66.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,374 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,818
173	University of Mary Washington	3660	13	79.78	1,190 – 1,380	21615	49411	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA Located in Fredericksburg, the University of Mary Washington accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending the University of Mary Washington will receive grant aid from the......Read more Undergraduates 3,660 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $21,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,411
174	University of Montevallo	2545	13	55.79	1,010 – 1,240	17280	35406	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Montevallo Montevallo, AL Located in Montevallo, the University of Montevallo’s acceptance rate is 56% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,545 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,406
175	University of North Carolina Asheville	3030	13	91.94	1,160 – 1,350	14175	36947	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville, NC Found in Asheville, the University of North Carolina Asheville accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,030 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 18.2% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,947
176	University of Pikeville	1353	13	88.08	930 – 1,180	13819	34508	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Pikeville Pikeville, KY Based in Pikeville, the University of Pikeville accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,353 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,508
177	University of West Alabama	2673	13	87.11	860 – 1,080	14781	37106	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 64% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Undergraduates 2,673 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
178	West Virginia University Institute of Technology	1448	13	61	1,000 – 1,210	11015	45181	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Based in Beckley, West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepted 61% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 56%....Read more Undergraduates 1,448 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
179	West Virginia Wesleyan College	938	13	95.1	980 – 1,200	20093	42672	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon, WV Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, West Virginia Wesleyan College offers up to Doctor's degrees and has 38 available programs and majors. Business/Commerce, General is the most popular, followed by Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Undergraduates 938 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,672
180	William Peace University	722	13	94.25	1,100 – 1,240	24503	39738	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) William Peace University Raleigh, NC Found in Raleigh, William Peace University accepts 94% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 722 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,738
181	Winthrop University	3969	13	79.25	1,020 – 1,240	16838	39048	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC Located in Rock Hill, Winthrop University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $300 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of students at Winthrop University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 3,969 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,048
182	Anderson University	3405	14	54.71	1,110 – 1,310	22222	42073	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Anderson University Anderson, SC A member of the South Atlantic Conference, Anderson University added a football team, starting in the 2024 season. Other popular sports include Baseball, Lacrosse, and Soccer....Read more Undergraduates 3,405 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,073
183	Athens State University	2535	14	0	--	0	46266	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Athens State University Athens, AL Undergraduates 2,535 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,266
184	Austin Peay State University	8926	14	96.38	--	14679	38779	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,926 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
185	Ave Maria University	1250	14	44.81	1,080 – 1,310	23515	43572	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Ave Maria University Ave Maria, FL Ave Maria University is a private Catholic university located in southwest Florida. Found in 2003 by Tom Monaghan, AMU is the first new Catholic university since 1963. The school has a 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio and 72% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,250 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,515 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
186	Barton College	1149	14	94.2	950 – 1,150	23804	40785	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Barton College Wilson, NC Found in Wilson, Barton College’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and around 44% of students will graduate in four years or less. Three popular areas of study among......Read more Undergraduates 1,149 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,785
187	Blue Mountain Christian University	942	14	100	980 – 1,240	16525	35401	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Blue Mountain Christian University was originally a women's school when it opened in 1873. It only became coeducational in 2005. During the last admissions cycle, 56% of accepted students enrolled....Read more Undergraduates 942 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,401
188	Emmanuel University	861	14	53.36	970 – 1,170	19006	37595	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Emmanuel University Franklin Springs, GA Based in Franklin Springs, Emmanuel University accepts 53% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Emmanuel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Emmanuel University, there is a 64% first......Read more Undergraduates 861 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,595
189	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	7890	14	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Undergraduates 7,890 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
190	Florida Gateway College	2837	14	97.42	--	4428	33237	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Gateway College Lake City, FL Undergraduates 2,837 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,428 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,237
191	Florida Southern College	2626	14	59.09	1,120 – 1,320	30462	47749	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Southern College Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Southern College accepts 59% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Florida Southern College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Undergraduates 2,626 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $30,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,749
192	John Brown University	1882	14	67.64	1,110 – 1,350	21464	46114	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR John Brown University sits on a 200-acre campus featuring the Cathedral of the Ozarks and the Windgate Visual Art Buildings. A fairly selective school, 36% of those accepted decided to enroll. It offers up to Master's degrees, and popular programs include andGeneral Studies. Undergraduates 1,882 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,114
193	Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte	1184	14	79.89	890 – 1,140	29481	35802	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte, NC Undergraduates 1,184 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $29,481 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,802
194	Le Moyne-Owen College	646	14	97.17	800 – 930	8362	25992	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Le Moyne-Owen College Memphis, TN Based in Memphis, Le Moyne-Owen College’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 44% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 48% of students continued studying at Le Moyne-Owen College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 646 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $8,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,992
195	Miles College	1151	14	59.17	--	14633	25822	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Miles College Fairfield, AL Located in Fairfield, Miles College accepts 59% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 34% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,151 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 59.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,822
196	Mississippi College	2724	14	49.28	1,010 – 1,210	21135	42011	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mississippi College Clinton, MS Located in Clinton, Mississippi College accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students at Mississippi College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,724 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 49.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,011
197	Morehouse College	2847	14	43.96	970 – 1,210	34733	38267	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Morehouse College Atlanta, GA A men’s HBCU, alumni of Morehouse College include Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson. It’s highly selective and about 27% of accepted students enroll....Read more Undergraduates 2,847 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 44.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $34,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,267
198	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	7595	14	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 7,595 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 12.5% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
199	Patrick Henry College	425	14	77.44	1,260 – 1,440	25128	63721	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Patrick Henry College Purcellville, VA Patrick Henry College is a fairly new school, having only opened in 2000. 98% of students receive grant aid, with each package averaging $13,798. Most students, 88%, stay on after the first year, and many major in Political Science and Government, General, Strategic Intelligence, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Undergraduates 425 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $25,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
200	Pfeiffer University	654	14	91.26	800 – 1,080	21402	44621	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Pfeiffer University Misenheimer, NC Located in Misenheimer, Pfeiffer University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 67% of students continued their studies at Pfeiffer University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 654 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 800 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,402 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,621
201	Radford University	6161	14	89.53	960 – 1,180	18282	44830	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $4,160 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 6,161 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
202	Shepherd University	2906	14	95.65	960 – 1,190	12651	43726	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV Located in Shepherdstown, Shepherd University accepts 96% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four......Read more Undergraduates 2,906 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,726
203	St. Andrews University	806	14	30.48	890 – 1,080	31503	37691	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) St. Andrews University Laurinburg, NC Located in Laurinburg, St- Andrews University’s acceptance rate is 30%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 93% of students attending St- Andrews University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $15,378 each. The first year retention rate is 42%....Read more Undergraduates 806 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 30.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $31,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
204	Tuskegee University	2400	14	31.43	940 – 1,120	35126	38332	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL Tuskegee University, a historically black college or university, is the only HBCU to have a fully accredited College of Veterinary Medicine, and the school's most popular major is Animal Sciences, General. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid—$3,321 on average....Read more Undergraduates 2,400 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 31.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $35,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,332
205	University of Charleston	2087	14	64.58	1,000 – 1,150	21100	42698	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Charleston Charleston, WV Found in Charleston, the University of Charleston’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Undergraduates 2,087 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $21,100 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,698
206	University of Louisville	17086	14	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	18808	46571	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 17,086 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
207	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	5437	14	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Undergraduates 5,437 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
208	University of Virginia's College at Wise	1911	14	93.92	950 – 1,180	10409	39725	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Found in Wise, the University of Virginia's College at Wise accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. About 93% of students attending the University of Virginia's College at Wise will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 1,911 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,409 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,725
209	University of Virginia-Main Campus	17901	14	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Undergraduates 17,901 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
210	University of the Cumberlands	6091	14	71.39	1,010 – 1,210	11555	39046	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Based in Williamsburg, the University of the Cumberlands’s acceptance rate is 71%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 69% of students at the University of the Cumberlands will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,091 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,046
211	University of the Ozarks	782	14	59.51	1,040 – 1,200	16651	37651	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR Based in Clarksville, the University of the Ozarks accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending the University of the Ozarks will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 782 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 7.7% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,651
212	Benedict College	1694	15	67.3	840 – 1,030	18146	24908	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Benedict College Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, Benedict College’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 64% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,694 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $18,146 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,908
213	Bluefield University	694	15	62.72	900 – 1,090	22191	41923	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bluefield University Bluefield, VA Found in Bluefield, Bluefield University’s acceptance rate is 63% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 59%....Read more Undergraduates 694 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,191 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,923
214	Clinton College	106	15	38.05	--	18768	24047	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Clinton College Rock Hill, SC Undergraduates 106 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 38.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,047
215	East Tennessee State University	10633	15	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Undergraduates 10,633 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
216	Elizabeth City State University	2131	15	64.61	840 – 1,040	7363	33776	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, NC Elizabeth City State University is part of the University of North Carolina system. The school motto is “To Live is to Learn.” 92% of students receive grant aid – about $10,554 on average – to help them better afford the cost of college. Many undergraduates major in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. Undergraduates 2,131 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $7,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,776
217	Flagler College	2409	15	80.76	710 – 860	31085	41963	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Flagler College Saint Augustine, FL Undergraduates 2,409 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 710 – 860 Avg. Net Price $31,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,963
218	Hampton University	3728	15	62.25	810 – 1,100	28576	42721	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hampton University Hampton, VA Hampton University sits on a 314-acre campus, and it’s home to several research centers, including the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute. It also has several National Historic Landmarks. 386 student athletes, known as the Pirates, compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Colonial Athletic Association. Undergraduates 3,728 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 810 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,721
219	Huntingdon College	880	15	67.93	1,010 – 1,200	22642	42147	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Huntingdon College Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Huntingdon College accepts 68% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending Huntingdon College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 880 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,642 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,147
220	Midway University	1743	15	95.14	1,050 – 1,210	24739	40738	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Midway University Midway, KY Found in Midway, Midway University accepts 95% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Midway University currently receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued their studies at Midway University after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 1,743 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,739 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,738
221	North Carolina State University	28422	15	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Undergraduates 28,422 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
222	Shorter University	1322	15	96.93	970 – 1,210	16692	41860	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Shorter University Rome, GA Found in Rome, Shorter University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Shorter University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,322 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,860
223	Tusculum University	1022	15	60.42	930 – 1,140	22961	39925	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tusculum University Greeneville, TN Found in Greeneville, Tusculum University’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,022 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,925
224	University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff	1905	15	57.54	880 – 1,050	11649	31161	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff, AR The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is a public HBCU that has eight academic divisions, though Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular area of study. It’s a fairly selective school, and has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Alumni include professional athletes, jazz musicians, and politicians. Undergraduates 1,905 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $11,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,161
225	University of Central Arkansas	8268	15	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16362	36670	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,268 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
226	University of Management and Technology	523	15	0	--	8987	63721	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Management and Technology Arlington, VA Undergraduates 523 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
227	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	21075	15	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Undergraduates 21,075 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
228	University of South Carolina Aiken	3289	15	78.57	1,000 – 1,230	11697	39689	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, SC Found in Aiken, the University of South Carolina Aiken accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,289 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,697 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,689
229	University of South Carolina Beaufort	2067	15	69.18	940 – 1,110	15781	39214	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton, SC Located in Bluffton, the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 50% of students attending the University of South Carolina Beaufort currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate......Read more Undergraduates 2,067 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,214
230	University of South Carolina-Upstate	4478	15	81.32	960 – 1,170	13794	43339	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Carolina-Upstate Spartanburg, SC Located in Spartanburg, the University of South Carolina-Upstate accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending the University of South Carolina-Upstate currently receive grant aid from the school. 69% of......Read more Undergraduates 4,478 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,339
231	Wingate University	2673	15	91.13	990 – 1,210	21464	43992	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Wingate University Wingate, NC Based in Wingate, Wingate University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,673 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,992
232	Alcorn State University	2532	16	45.33	840 – 1,010	13155	27752	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS Alcorn State University is highly selective, accepting 3,000 out of 6,530 applicants. 19% of accepted students enrolled. Established in 1871, this HBCU was built on the site of the old Oakland College, a school that never truly reopened after the Civil War. Women were admitted starting in 1895. Undergraduates 2,532 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 45.3% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,752
233	Alice Lloyd College	553	16	85.57	970 – 1,140	18066	35174	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY Based in Pippa Passes, Alice Lloyd College’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 553 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,174
234	Appalachian State University	19560	16	90.14	1,040 – 1,280	14712	43663	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 19,560 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 100.0% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
235	Clark Atlanta University	3495	16	64.63	880 – 1,120	29736	28097	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA Clark Atlanta University was the first HBCU in the Southern United States. Originally called Atlanta University when it opened in 1865, it was founded by two former slaves. It received its current name when it merged with Clark College in 1988. CAU is fairly selective. Undergraduates 3,495 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,097
236	Clemson University	23401	16	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 23,401 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
237	Concord University	1609	16	92.56	860 – 1,120	10630	33094	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Concord University Athens, WV Based in Athens, Concord University accepts 93% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 79% of students at Concord University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,609 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,094
238	ECPI University	556	16	82.69	--	20051	41278	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) ECPI University Virginia Beach, VA Undergraduates 556 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,278
239	Florida State University	32711	16	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Undergraduates 32,711 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
240	George Mason University	28331	16	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 59% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 28,331 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
241	Georgia College & State University	6006	16	87.79	1,070 – 1,240	19769	50644	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Undergraduates 6,006 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
242	James Madison University	21112	16	71.51	1,180 – 1,340	26317	57438	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 91% and 65% of students......Read more Undergraduates 21,112 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
243	Lander University	3669	16	67.92	970 – 1,150	14657	36851	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lander University Greenwood, SC Located in Greenwood, Lander University’s acceptance rate is 68% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 64% of students attending Lander University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,669 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,851
244	Lynn University	2861	16	73.47	1,050 – 1,210	39582	41427	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lynn University Boca Raton, FL Located in Boca Raton, Lynn University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Lynn University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,861 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 77.8% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $39,582 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,427
245	Marshall University	9165	16	95.72	960 – 1,170	9734	39561	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,165 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $9,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
246	Mississippi State University	18567	16	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 18,567 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
247	Morehead State University	8258	16	77.21	1,020 – 1,220	10017	37131	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65%......Read more Undergraduates 8,258 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
248	North Carolina Central University	6595	16	86.97	810 – 1,130	13884	35967	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) North Carolina Central University Durham, NC North Carolina Central University is non selective, accepting 87% of applicants. 90% receive grant aid, $12,449 on average. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, student athletes could receive athletic scholarships. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Tennis. Undergraduates 6,595 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,967
249	South College	6406	16	54.39	--	16584	37570	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) South College Knoxville, TN Based in Knoxville, South College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 58% of students attending South College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 6,406 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,570
250	Southern University and A & M College	6571	16	49.87	880 – 1,040	18937	33033	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,571 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
251	Spartanburg Methodist College	1119	16	78.16	840 – 1,020	16556	33427	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Spartanburg Methodist College Spartanburg, SC Found in Spartanburg, Spartanburg Methodist College’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 89% of students at Spartanburg Methodist College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 51% and 0% of......Read more Undergraduates 1,119 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 11.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $16,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,427
252	Sullivan University	2101	16	88.06	1,080 – 1,180	22766	34516	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Sullivan University Louisville, KY Undergraduates 2,101 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,516
253	Tennessee Technological University	8838	16	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 8,838 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
254	The University of Tennessee-Martin	6817	16	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 6,817 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
255	Troy University	10222	16	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will graduate in......Read more Undergraduates 10,222 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
256	Truett McConnell University	2612	16	90.68	990 – 1,180	22373	39193	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Truett McConnell University Cleveland, GA Found in Cleveland, Truett McConnell University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 2,612 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 990 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,193
257	University of Florida	36567	16	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Undergraduates 36,567 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
258	University of Memphis	15770	16	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Undergraduates 15,770 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 5.9% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
259	Warner University	798	16	47.79	830 – 1,120	21471	39589	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Warner University Lake Wales, FL Located in Lake Wales, Warner University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Warner University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 798 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $21,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,589
260	Western Carolina University	10112	16	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 10,112 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
261	Arkansas State University	9985	17	79.59	970 – 1,180	13002	38944	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 80% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more Undergraduates 9,985 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
262	Arkansas Tech University	8145	17	95.89	930 – 1,140	11443	37638	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Undergraduates 8,145 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 10.5% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
263	Bethune-Cookman University	2739	17	88.24	830 – 990	14705	28282	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 2,739 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 21.4% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 830 – 990 Avg. Net Price $14,705 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,282
264	Coastal Carolina University	10811	17	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14453	38070	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Undergraduates 10,811 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
265	College of Charleston	10880	17	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	20806	43821	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,880 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
266	East Carolina University	21445	17	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Undergraduates 21,445 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
267	Eastern Kentucky University	12726	17	96.95	930 – 1,180	10852	38611	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 86% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Undergraduates 12,726 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
268	Everglades University	2789	17	81.45	--	26561	38557	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Everglades University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Everglades University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 72% of students at Everglades University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,789 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 70.0% Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,557
269	Florida Polytechnic University	1690	17	34.77	1,140 – 1,320	11923	77545	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Polytechnic University Lakeland, FL Based in Lakeland, Florida Polytechnic University’s acceptance rate is 35% and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Florida Polytechnic University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 74% and 39% of students will earn their degree in four......Read more Undergraduates 1,690 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 34.8% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $77,545
270	Galen College of Nursing-Tampa Bay	1601	17	36.18	630 – 850	28956	59213	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Galen College of Nursing-Tampa Bay Saint Petersburg, FL Based in Saint Petersburg, Galen College of Nursing-Tampa Bay accepted 36% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 9% of students at Galen College of Nursing-Tampa Bay will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 1,601 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score 630 – 850 Avg. Net Price $28,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
271	Greenville Technical College	10661	17	52.57	--	6267	68416	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC Undergraduates 10,661 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,416
272	High Point University	5006	17	76.83	1,110 – 1,310	43578	50955	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) High Point University High Point, NC Located in High Point, High Point University’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at High Point University will receive institutional grant aid. At High Point University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 65% of......Read more Undergraduates 5,006 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $43,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,955
273	Middle Tennessee State University	17668	17	68	1,010 – 1,240	12700	39941	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more Undergraduates 17,668 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 68.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
274	Murray State University	8281	17	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Undergraduates 8,281 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
275	Northern Kentucky University	10163	17	83.07	970 – 1,210	8151	42105	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,163 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
276	Salem University	695	17	47.33	900 – 1,130	11626	31612	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Salem University Salem, WV Found in Salem, Salem University’s acceptance rate is 47%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 49% of students at Salem University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 43%....Read more Undergraduates 695 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,612
277	Southern Arkansas University Main Campus	3102	17	75.33	930 – 1,180	14164	37008	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR Based in Magnolia, Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 85% of students at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students decide to stay at Southern Arkansas University......Read more Undergraduates 3,102 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,008
278	The University of Tampa	10594	17	40.34	1,100 – 1,270	35975	48397	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, The University of Tampa’s acceptance rate is 40%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 85% and around 52% of students will graduate within four years. The top three majors among......Read more Undergraduates 10,594 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,397
279	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	9982	17	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 9,982 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
280	University of Alabama in Huntsville	6800	17	68.57	1,130 – 1,370	19847	55610	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 6,800 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
281	University of Georgia	31514	17	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Undergraduates 31,514 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
282	University of Kentucky	25535	17	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Undergraduates 25,535 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
283	University of North Alabama	8078	17	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	10441	38295	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,078 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
284	University of North Carolina Wilmington	15254	17	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18606	46972	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 50% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 15,254 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
285	Valdosta State University	7206	17	72.14	920 – 1,110	11532	39416	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Undergraduates 7,206 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
286	Virginia Commonwealth University	21210	17	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Undergraduates 21,210 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 6.3% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
287	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	31035	17	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Undergraduates 31,035 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
288	West Virginia University	18614	17	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 18,614 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
289	Winston-Salem State University	4192	17	78.26	850 – 1,040	12948	40557	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC Undergraduates 4,192 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,557
290	Alabama A & M University	5845	18	66.22	840 – 1,040	14064	27851	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Undergraduates 5,845 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 840 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
291	Bryan College-Dayton	1398	18	97.17	980 – 1,190	17105	45559	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Bryan College-Dayton Dayton, TN Found in Dayton, Bryan College-Dayton accepts 97% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,398 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,559
292	Clayton State University	5301	18	70.56	890 – 1,070	9397	41633	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 10% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 5,301 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
293	Columbus State University	6033	18	99.18	900 – 1,140	11384	39190	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Undergraduates 6,033 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
294	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach	7886	18	64.81	1,170 – 1,380	41550	65391	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Located in Daytona Beach, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach accepted 65% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 98% of students attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach will......Read more Undergraduates 7,886 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
295	Georgia Southwestern State University	2760	18	77.16	970 – 1,140	11779	42047	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA Based in Americus, Georgia Southwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. Business Administration and......Read more Undergraduates 2,760 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,047
296	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale	18452	18	96.97	850 – 1,010	33865	37447	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Found in Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $55 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 18,452 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $33,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,447
297	Liberty University	52823	18	99.32	1,040 – 1,340	29692	39707	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Liberty University Lynchburg, VA Found in Lynchburg, Liberty University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Liberty University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $9,570 each. The first year retention rate is 83%....Read more Undergraduates 52,823 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,707
298	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	5330	18	92.63	970 – 1,140	8081	37284	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 5,330 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $8,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
299	Middle Georgia State University	7485	18	99.77	940 – 1,150	13326	39624	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Middle Georgia State University Macon, GA Located in Macon, Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 7% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 7,485 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $13,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
300	Regent University	5049	18	52.27	1,000 – 1,250	18314	42066	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Regent University Virginia Beach, VA Located in Virginia Beach, Regent University’s acceptance rate is 52%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Regent University, there is a 55% first year retention rate and 52% of students will......Read more Undergraduates 5,049 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 10.0% Acceptance Rate 52.3% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,066
301	South Florida State College	2976	18	91.91	--	4499	32974	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) South Florida State College Avon Park, FL Undergraduates 2,976 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,974
302	Stillman College	779	18	74.22	890 – 970	12479	29790	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Located in Tuscaloosa, Stillman College’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 53% of students attending Stillman College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 779 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,479 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,790
303	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	30564	18	41.6	1,210 – 1,390	20885	47782	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 30,564 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
304	Toccoa Falls College	3013	18	65.89	1,070 – 1,240	20657	33131	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Toccoa Falls College Toccoa Falls, GA Found in Toccoa Falls, Toccoa Falls College accepts 66% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Toccoa Falls College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 3,013 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 65.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,131
305	University of Alabama at Birmingham	12382	18	88.42	1,120 – 1,380	17413	46572	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 12,382 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
306	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	5463	18	81.47	1,010 – 1,180	10387	35925	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,463 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
307	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	13179	18	88.83	1,010 – 1,210	13443	42668	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,179 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
308	University of Louisiana at Monroe	6550	18	74.56	1,050 – 1,230	11160	40430	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 6,550 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $11,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
309	University of Mississippi	21585	18	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 21,585 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
310	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	14416	18	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Undergraduates 14,416 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.9% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
311	University of North Florida	13735	18	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	10628	46546	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Undergraduates 13,735 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 5.3% Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $10,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
312	University of Southern Mississippi	10193	18	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 10,193 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
313	University of West Georgia	9157	18	51.61	950 – 1,130	14962	41000	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 52% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 15% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 9,157 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
314	Western Kentucky University	14151	18	93.87	970 – 1,210	12054	38156	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78%......Read more Undergraduates 14,151 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
315	Daytona State College	11807	19	39.52	--	6119	32933	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 11,807 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,933
316	Fayetteville State University	5845	19	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 78% of students continued their studies at......Read more Undergraduates 5,845 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
317	Gulf Coast State College	4959	19	24.03	--	6525	33651	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Gulf Coast State College Panama City, FL Undergraduates 4,959 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,651
318	Jacksonville State University	8663	19	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 8,663 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 0.0% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
319	Lane College	822	19	54.39	800 – 930	13384	24623	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lane College Jackson, TN Undergraduates 822 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 54.4% SAT Score 800 – 930 Avg. Net Price $13,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,623
320	Nicholls State University	5612	19	96.02	940 – 1,130	11029	38829	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 54% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,612 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
321	Nova Southeastern University	7307	19	73.24	1,030 – 1,310	32756	58153	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Based in Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Nova Southeastern University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year......Read more Undergraduates 7,307 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 11.8% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $32,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,153
322	South Carolina State University	2950	19	82.62	710 – 1,010	17928	30064	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) South Carolina State University Orangeburg, SC Found in Orangeburg, South Carolina State University accepts 83% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 65% of students attending South Carolina State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,950 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 280.0% Acceptance Rate 82.6% SAT Score 710 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,064
323	University of North Georgia	18329	19	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Undergraduates 18,329 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
324	University of South Alabama	9241	19	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	13613	41307	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,241 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
325	University of South Carolina-Columbia	30187	19	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Undergraduates 30,187 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
326	William Carey University	3113	19	57.97	1,080 – 1,310	17192	37639	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, William Carey University accepts 58% of applicants and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at William Carey University currently receive grant aid from the school. 74% of students continued studying at William Carey University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 3,113 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,639
327	College of Central Florida	5747	20	41.34	--	11173	33267	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) College of Central Florida Ocala, FL Undergraduates 5,747 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 41.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,267
328	Florida National University-Main Campus	2455	20	99.81	--	23629	29347	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida National University-Main Campus Hialeah, FL Located in Hialeah, Florida National University-Main Campus accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,455 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,347
329	McNeese State University	5560	20	67.55	1,040 – 1,180	11393	38713	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Undergraduates 5,560 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
330	Millennia Atlantic University	104	20	0	--	0	58542	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Millennia Atlantic University Doral, FL Undergraduates 104 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
331	Savannah College of Art and Design	14657	20	83.68	1,080 – 1,280	46524	34110	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah, GA Located in Savannah, Savannah College of Art and Design accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 97% of students attending Savannah College of Art and Design currently receive institutional grant aid to......Read more Undergraduates 14,657 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $46,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,110
332	Talladega College	782	20	99.25	850 – 1,090	12450	22613	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Talladega College Talladega, AL Based in Talladega, Talladega College accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 63% of students attending Talladega College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 782 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,613
333	Trevecca Nazarene University	1903	20	69.44	980 – 1,190	16222	46065	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Based in Nashville, Trevecca Nazarene University accepts 69% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,903 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 69.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,065
334	University of Arkansas	28859	20	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Undergraduates 28,859 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 5.3% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
335	University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences	1380	20	57.74	--	0	66491	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, AR Undergraduates 1,380 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,491
336	Auburn University	27907	21	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 27,907 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
337	DeVry University-Georgia	516	21	100	--	30243	42178	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) DeVry University-Georgia Decatur, GA Located in Decatur, DeVry University-Georgia’s acceptance rate is 100%. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 50% of students attending DeVry University-Georgia currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 516 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
338	Florida Gulf Coast University	14243	21	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 14,243 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
339	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	20592	21	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Undergraduates 20,592 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 4.5% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
340	Gordon State College	3129	21	86.78	850 – 1,050	8255	33163	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Gordon State College Barnesville, GA Undergraduates 3,129 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $8,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,163
341	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	34242	21	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Undergraduates 34,242 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
342	Louisiana Tech University	11071	21	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Undergraduates 11,071 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 4.5% Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $12,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
343	Morris Brown College	343	21	51.39	730 – 900	19468	63721	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Morris Brown College Atlanta, GA Found in Atlanta, Morris Brown College’s acceptance rate is 51%. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 4% of students attending Morris Brown College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They are given $8,500 on average. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Undergraduates 343 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 51.4% SAT Score 730 – 900 Avg. Net Price $19,468 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
344	Southeastern Louisiana University	13206	21	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 94% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 13,206 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
345	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	24868	21	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 24,868 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
346	University of South Florida	38525	21	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 38,525 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
347	College of Coastal Georgia	3468	22	98.13	850 – 1,120	12670	35382	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) College of Coastal Georgia Brunswick, GA Found in Brunswick, the College of Coastal Georgia accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students attending the College of Coastal Georgia will receive grant aid from the school. At the College of Coastal Georgia,......Read more Undergraduates 3,468 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 10.0% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,382
348	Miami Dade College	58941	22	0	--	5367	33107	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Miami Dade College Miami, FL Undergraduates 58,941 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 15.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,107
349	University of New Orleans	5476	22	66.77	1,040 – 1,210	11190	38410	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 62%....Read more Undergraduates 5,476 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
350	University of West Florida	9661	22	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 9,661 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
351	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide	12808	23	57.67	1,120 – 1,280	20183	65391	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach, FL Undergraduates 12,808 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
352	Kennesaw State University	42840	23	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 8% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Undergraduates 42,840 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
353	Lindsey Wilson College	1738	23	0	930 – 1,140	14422	34861	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Undergraduates 1,738 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,861
354	Palm Beach State College	24369	23	88.32	--	10320	33729	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL Undergraduates 24,369 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,729
355	State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota	8744	23	97.28	--	22151	35254	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota Bradenton, FL Undergraduates 8,744 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,254
356	Webber International University	879	23	77.56	890 – 1,040	29716	37691	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Webber International University Babson Park, FL Undergraduates 879 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $29,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,691
357	Hillsborough Community College	20004	24	24.03	--	4387	34101	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Undergraduates 20,004 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,101
358	Saint Johns River State College	7066	24	0	--	7262	35537	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Saint Johns River State College Palatka, FL Undergraduates 7,066 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,262 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,537
359	Seminole State College of Florida	14104	24	72.1	--	2889	35589	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, FL Located in Sanford, Seminole State College of Florida’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 23% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 14,104 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,589
360	Tallahassee Community College	11699	24	100	--	7841	59213	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Tallahassee Community College Tallahassee, FL Found in Tallahassee, Tallahassee Community College accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 14% of students attending Tallahassee Community College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 60% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 11,699 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
361	West Virginia University at Parkersburg	2584	24	0	--	3536	31076	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) West Virginia University at Parkersburg Parkersburg, WV Undergraduates 2,584 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,076
362	Full Sail University	25195	25	0	--	30879	31917	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Full Sail University Winter Park, FL Undergraduates 25,195 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,917
363	Georgia Southern University	23618	25	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 27% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 23,618 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 4.2% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
364	Georgia State University	27438	25	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 10% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 34%......Read more Undergraduates 27,438 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
365	Santa Fe College	12698	25	72.1	--	11790	34919	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL Undergraduates 12,698 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,919
366	St Petersburg College	24594	25	100	880 – 1,150	300	36498	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) St Petersburg College St. Petersburg, FL Undergraduates 24,594 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 13.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,498
367	Virginia Wesleyan University	1749	25	72.87	1,190 – 1,370	21862	39200	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach, VA Found in Virginia Beach, Virginia Wesleyan University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 98% of students at Virginia Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Undergraduates 1,749 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 92.3% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,200
368	East Georgia State College	3001	26	100	760 – 930	9314	30593	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) East Georgia State College Swainsboro, GA Located in Swainsboro, East Georgia State College’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 12% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 3,001 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 760 – 930 Avg. Net Price $9,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,593
369	Northwest Florida State College	5160	26	72.67	--	6339	33606	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Northwest Florida State College Niceville, FL Undergraduates 5,160 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,606
370	Arkansas Baptist College	373	27	57.74	--	11047	22652	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Arkansas Baptist College Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, Arkansas Baptist College accepts 58% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 9% of students attending Arkansas Baptist College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Arkansas Baptist College, there is a 31% first year......Read more Undergraduates 373 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,652
371	Florida SouthWestern State College	13815	27	85.62	--	9030	37028	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Undergraduates 13,815 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 3.6% Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
372	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	2548	27	82.72	1,010 – 1,180	7554	38467	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 83% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,548 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
373	Pasco-Hernando State College	9449	27	88.32	--	5419	34724	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey, FL Found in New Port Richey, Pasco-Hernando State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 12% of students attending Pasco-Hernando State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Undergraduates 9,449 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
374	Polk State College	7963	27	88.32	--	9832	35602	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Polk State College Winter Haven, FL Located in Winter Haven, Polk State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 7% of students attending Polk State College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 7,963 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,602
375	South Georgia State College	1853	27	72.16	--	9222	30570	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) South Georgia State College Douglas, GA Undergraduates 1,853 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,570
376	Southeastern University	10351	27	61.65	1,030 – 1,230	27935	36314	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Found in Lakeland, Southeastern University accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 65% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,351 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 12.5% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $27,935 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,314
377	Pensacola State College	8518	28	88.32	--	3436	32495	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Pensacola State College Pensacola, FL Based in Pensacola, Pensacola State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 36% of students attending Pensacola State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Undergraduates 8,518 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,495
378	University of Central Florida	59649	28	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 59,649 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
379	Virginia University of Lynchburg	170	28	81.73	--	17734	24718	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Virginia University of Lynchburg Lynchburg, VA Based in Lynchburg, Virginia University of Lynchburg accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 170 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,718
380	Columbia Southern University	12213	37	100	--	14085	55140	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio – Southeast (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV) Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL Undergraduates 12,213 Student-Faculty Ratio 37 32.1% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,085 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,140