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Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California

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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	California Institute of Technology	987	3	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	14513	132140	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Undergraduates 987 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $14,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
2	Loma Linda University	1024	3	0	--	0	88185	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA Undergraduates 1,024 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,185
3	Los Angeles College of Music	227	3	87.71	--	44586	20538	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles College of Music Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Los Angeles College of Music accepts 88% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Los Angeles College of Music will receive institutional grant aid. 61% of students continued their studies at Los Angeles College of Music after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 227 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 40.0% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,538
4	Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science	282	4	38.74	820 – 970	35558	60939	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science accepts 39% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 282 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 38.7% SAT Score 820 – 970 Avg. Net Price $35,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,939
5	New York Film Academy	849	4	52.4	--	51622	25150	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California New York Film Academy Burbank, CA New York Film Academy is a private-for-profit school offering Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), and Master of Arts (MA) programs. The school's philosophy is "learning by doing." Famous alumni include Bill Hader, Mohamad Diab, and James Friend, among others. Undergraduates 849 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
6	Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses	172	5	0	--	5524	40569	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses Stockton, CA Undergraduates 172 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,569
7	Samuel Merritt University	735	5	55.83	1,020 – 1,200	0	143353	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA Undergraduates 735 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 28.6% Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $143,353
8	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	227	5	54.91	910 – 1,230	43746	23988	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, San Francisco Conservatory of Music accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Undergraduates 227 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 66.7% Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $43,746 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
9	Musicians Institute	800	6	77.95	980 – 1,300	49657	24962	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Musicians Institute Hollywood, CA Found in Hollywood, Musicians Institute’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge $100 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 44% of students attending Musicians Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. 80% of students continued studying at Musicians Institute after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 800 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $49,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,962
10	Stanford University	7904	6	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	25078	102887	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Undergraduates 7,904 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $25,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
11	Bethesda University	205	7	83.21	--	20099	37397	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 83% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 45% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 205 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 36.4% Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
12	California Career College	190	7	0	--	0	47215	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Career College Canoga Park, CA Undergraduates 190 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
13	California Institute of the Arts	868	7	32.34	--	56239	28018	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Located in Valencia, California Institute of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 32% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 868 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 32.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $56,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
14	Chamberlain University-California	751	7	80	--	27525	84533	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Chamberlain University-California Rancho Cordova, CA Located in Rancho Cordova, Chamberlain University-California accepts 80% of applicants and requires $95 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Chamberlain University-California currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 751 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
15	Golden Gate University	271	7	87.5	--	0	81704	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Golden Gate University San Francisco, CA Undergraduates 271 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 30.0% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,704
16	Northeastern University Oakland	464	7	16.65	1,430 – 1,510	27473	78413	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA Undergraduates 464 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 12.5% Acceptance Rate 16.7% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
17	Pomona College	1700	7	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	19938	60850	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Undergraduates 1,700 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
18	Soka University of America	484	7	43.38	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 484 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
19	California Aeronautical University	347	8	55.89	--	34836	37182	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Aeronautical University Bakersfield, CA Located in Bakersfield, California Aeronautical University’s acceptance rate is 56% and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 25% of students at California Aeronautical University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 347 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 42.9% Acceptance Rate 55.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,182
20	California College of the Arts	1004	8	91.1	940 – 1,220	46823	38308	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, California College of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending California College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Undergraduates 1,004 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 14.3% Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $46,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
21	Claremont McKenna College	1390	8	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	33895	87603	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Undergraduates 1,390 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
22	Dominican University of California	1114	8	83.5	1,210 – 1,300	37456	71477	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,114 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $37,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
23	Harvey Mudd College	951	8	12.66	1,500 – 1,580	43966	115107	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Harvey Mudd College Claremont, CA Harvey Mudd College only offers programs related to Science and Engineering. Part of the Claremont Colleges, their colors are black and gold. The men’s teams are known as the Stags, and the women are known as the Athenas. It has a 96% first year retention rate and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Undergraduates 951 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 12.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $43,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $115,107
24	Latin American Bible Institute	112	8	54.55	--	10030	50472	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Latin American Bible Institute La Puente, CA Undergraduates 112 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
25	Mount Saint Mary's University	1731	8	73.13	910 – 1,120	27368	61335	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,731 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 27.3% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
26	Newschool of Architecture and Design	183	8	100	--	55265	57073	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Newschool of Architecture and Design San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, Newschool of Architecture and Design’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of students attending Newschool of Architecture and Design will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 63% and 42% of......Read more Undergraduates 183 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 33.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $55,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,073
27	Whittier College	769	8	80.79	1,160 – 1,360	28101	46025	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 81% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 769 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
28	Alliant International University-San Diego	391	9	0	--	0	47218	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego, CA Undergraduates 391 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,218
29	Art Center College of Design	2038	9	74.54	--	53271	53562	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA Located in Pasadena, the Art Center College of Design accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 60% of students attending the Art Center College of Design will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,038 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,562
30	Azusa Pacific University	2759	9	88.43	1,080 – 1,300	26143	56794	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Undergraduates 2,759 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 10.0% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
31	Laguna College of Art and Design	746	9	94.32	--	47702	31987	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach, CA Located in Laguna Beach, Laguna College of Art and Design accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Laguna College of Art and Design will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying......Read more Undergraduates 746 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,987
32	Occidental College	1881	9	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	48400	52209	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Undergraduates 1,881 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
33	Otis College of Art and Design	1224	9	81.76	1,270 – 1,400	54295	43654	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Otis College of Art and Design Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Otis College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,224 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 12.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $54,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,654
34	Pacific College	225	9	56	--	26511	62792	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific College Costa Mesa, CA Undergraduates 225 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 28.6% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,792
35	Southern California Institute of Architecture	237	9	76.6	1,020 – 1,230	28985	53274	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Southern California Institute of Architecture accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $85 to apply. About 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 237 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,274
36	University of Southern California	20630	9	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	43412	74461	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Undergraduates 20,630 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $43,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
37	American Jewish University	290	10	96	980 – 1,100	0	63721	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California American Jewish University Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 290 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
38	California Miramar University	135	10	18.47	--	12480	63721	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Miramar University San Diego, CA Based in San Diego, California Miramar University accepted 18% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 71% of students attending California Miramar University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 135 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 41.2% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
39	Fresno Pacific University	1545	10	64.07	970 – 1,230	15261	51422	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Undergraduates 1,545 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 25.0% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
40	Loyola Marymount University	7273	10	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	59926	62763	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Undergraduates 7,273 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $59,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
41	PCI College	149	10	75.34	--	27439	29823	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California PCI College Cerritos, CA Found in Cerritos, PCI College’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students continued studying at PCI College after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 149 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,439 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,823
42	Pitzer College	1242	10	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 36% enrolled. 78% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 85% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Undergraduates 1,242 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
43	Saint Mary's College of California	1954	10	86.53	1,080 – 1,270	35332	60388	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 87% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 1,954 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
44	San Francisco Bay University	126	10	95.78	--	10294	63721	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Francisco Bay University Fremont, CA Found in Fremont, San Francisco Bay University accepts 96% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending San Francisco Bay University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 126 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
45	Scripps College	1117	10	38.29	1,430 – 1,530	44396	68027	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Scripps College Claremont, CA A member of the Claremont Colleges, Scripps College is a liberal arts women’s school well known for its extensive curriculum and historic, beautiful campus. In fact, their campus is currently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Scripps has a 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 1,117 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $44,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,027
46	Touro University Worldwide	469	10	88.14	--	19522	48057	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Touro University Worldwide Los Alamitos, CA Based in Los Alamitos, Touro University Worldwide accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students attending Touro University Worldwide currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 469 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,057
47	University of La Verne	3050	10	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Undergraduates 3,050 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
48	University of Redlands	2049	10	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28482	61686	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 66% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Undergraduates 2,049 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 9.1% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
49	Westmont College	1302	10	77.05	1,240 – 1,450	32172	53737	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Undergraduates 1,302 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $32,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
50	William Jessup University	1317	10	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,317 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
51	California State University Maritime Academy	804	11	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Undergraduates 804 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
52	Gnomon	526	11	41.82	--	49644	90652	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Gnomon North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, Gnomon accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 15% of students at Gnomon currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 90%....Read more Undergraduates 526 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $49,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,652
53	Pacific Oaks College	312	11	34.38	--	0	47962	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific Oaks College Pasadena, CA Undergraduates 312 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 266.7% Acceptance Rate 34.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,962
54	Santa Clara University	6577	11	48	1,370 – 1,490	53883	91198	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Undergraduates 6,577 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $53,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
55	The Chicago School at Los Angeles	337	11	46.34	--	0	51817	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California The Chicago School at Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 337 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,817
56	Thomas Aquinas College	566	11	83.09	1,250 – 1,420	24820	59550	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Thomas Aquinas College Santa Paula, CA The Catholic-affiliated school, Thomas Aquinas College, offers need-based scholarships thanks to donations and doesn’t have merit-based awards. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is the only available area of study, and undergraduates study the Great Books (the Classics). It has a first year retention rate of 92%. Undergraduates 566 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,820 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
57	University of San Francisco	5321	11	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	45443	69951	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Undergraduates 5,321 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 8.3% Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $45,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
58	Westcliff University	2363	11	73.15	--	35553	63721	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,363 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
59	Chapman University	7713	12	65.43	1,280 – 1,430	47902	58080	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 92% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 7,713 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $47,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
60	La Sierra University	1226	12	91.5	890 – 1,160	23848	42617	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 1,226 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
61	Life Pacific University	460	12	95.8	930 – 1,110	21602	35814	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 460 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
62	Pacific Union College	937	12	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 937 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 9.1% Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
63	Pepperdine University	3553	12	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	66585	64934	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 90% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $23,920 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Undergraduates 3,553 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 7.7% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $66,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
64	Teachers College of San Joaquin	642	12	0	--	0	63721	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Teachers College of San Joaquin Stockton, CA Undergraduates 642 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 14.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
65	Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary	163	12	58.21	--	15330	53468	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary accepts 58% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 163 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 25.0% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,330 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
66	California Lutheran University	2297	13	75.67	1,160 – 1,350	32774	54981	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 2,297 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
67	Concordia University-Irvine	1544	13	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29845	53777	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Undergraduates 1,544 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,845 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
68	Hope International University	564	13	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Undergraduates 564 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
69	Point Loma Nazarene University	3246	13	83.68	1,190 – 1,400	39696	54811	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Undergraduates 3,246 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $39,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
70	The Master's University and Seminary	1908	13	84.02	1,020 – 1,260	37919	41665	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Undergraduates 1,908 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $37,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
71	University of San Diego	5851	13	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37918	64995	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,851 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
72	University of Silicon Valley	456	13	51.18	980 – 1,210	31594	39802	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of Silicon Valley San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, the University of Silicon Valley accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending the University of Silicon Valley will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 456 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $31,594 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,802
73	University of the Pacific	3249	13	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	31670	62672	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,249 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $31,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
74	Vanguard University of Southern California	1960	13	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Undergraduates 1,960 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 18.8% Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
75	Woodbury University	786	13	81.65	940 – 1,240	37258	47665	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Woodbury University Burbank, CA Found in Burbank, Woodbury University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $85 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Woodbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Woodbury University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 31% of......Read more Undergraduates 786 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 44.4% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $37,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
76	Academy of Art University	3644	14	0	--	36761	30452	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Undergraduates 3,644 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
77	Menlo College	764	14	68.47	940 – 1,150	32563	60608	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 764 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $32,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
78	Minerva University	637	14	3.04	--	13324	63721	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Minerva University San Francisco, CA Minerva University opened recently, in 2012. Entirely online, class sizes always have 19 students or fewer. It is extremely selective, and 44% of accepted students decide to attend Minerva. The most popular area of study is Mathematics and Computer Science. Undergraduates 637 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 3.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
79	Southern California University of Health Sciences	729	14	0	--	51174	33761	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Southern California University of Health Sciences Whittier, CA Undergraduates 729 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,761
80	West Coast University-Orange County	3192	14	95.35	--	28081	96114	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California West Coast University-Orange County Anaheim, CA Located in Anaheim, West Coast University-Orange County’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Orange County currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,192 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 30.0% Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
81	American Medical Sciences Center	365	15	0	--	20839	36193	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California American Medical Sciences Center Glendale, CA Undergraduates 365 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 15.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,193
82	Biola University	3481	15	74.35	1,170 – 1,370	34082	45752	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Undergraduates 3,481 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
83	California Institute of Arts & Technology	2112	15	0	--	32034	63721	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Institute of Arts & Technology National City, CA Undergraduates 2,112 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,034 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
84	Homestead Schools	157	15	0	--	15962	43413	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Homestead Schools Torrance, CA Undergraduates 157 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,413
85	InterCoast Colleges-West Covina	535	15	0	--	27081	39249	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California InterCoast Colleges-West Covina West Covina, CA Undergraduates 535 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,249
86	John Paul the Great Catholic University	286	15	79.63	1,020 – 1,290	35175	34360	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido, CA Located in Escondido, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts 80% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 286 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 7.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
87	Lincoln University	204	15	69.49	--	0	44602	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Lincoln University Oakland, CA Found in Oakland, Lincoln University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 89% and......Read more Undergraduates 204 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,602
88	Pacific College of Health and Science	156	15	100	--	51918	25108	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific College of Health and Science San Diego, CA Undergraduates 156 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,108
89	Stanbridge University	2643	15	10	--	42130	53729	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Stanbridge University Irvine, CA A for-profit school, Stanbridge University only offers undergraduate majors in Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Registered Nursing. It's extremely selective and out of those accepted, 94% enroll. The school boasts 0% four year graduation rate. Undergraduates 2,643 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $42,130 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,729
90	United States University	159	15	0	--	0	34909	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California United States University San Diego, CA Undergraduates 159 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,909
91	American University of Health Sciences	351	16	50	--	26480	111064	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California American University of Health Sciences Signal Hill, CA Based in Signal Hill, American University of Health Sciences accepts 50% of applicants and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 351 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $111,064
92	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	5661	16	98.2	970 – 1,200	14090	37382	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 98% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 47% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 5,661 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 14.3% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
93	California State University-Channel Islands	5118	16	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Channel Islands Camarillo, CA Based in Camarillo, California State University-Channel Islands accepts 95% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 61% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,118 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 6.7% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
94	National University	11237	16	54.55	750 – 1,170	25043	64331	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California National University San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, National University’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 63% of students attending National University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 11,237 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 750 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,331
95	Feather River Community College District	2055	17	0	--	13941	33495	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Undergraduates 2,055 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
96	Providence Christian College	168	17	100	1,010 – 1,210	27422	52373	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 79% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 168 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 41.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,373
97	Simpson University	820	17	86.03	990 – 1,220	28653	51256	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 820 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $28,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
98	Sonoma State University	5272	17	93.43	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA Based in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,272 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 13.3% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
99	University of California-Santa Barbara	23181	17	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Undergraduates 23,181 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
100	West Coast University-Los Angeles	2673	17	92.31	--	51736	96114	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California West Coast University-Los Angeles North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, West Coast University-Los Angeles accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 40% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more Undergraduates 2,673 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 5.6% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
101	California State University-Stanislaus	8455	18	98.14	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA Located in Turlock, California State University-Stanislaus accepts 98% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 63% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,455 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
102	EDvance College	201	18	100	--	0	0	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California EDvance College San Francisco, CA Undergraduates 201 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $0
103	Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts	3421	18	0	--	30975	64364	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts San Jose, CA Undergraduates 3,421 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,364
104	MiraCosta College	11478	18	0	--	9044	37965	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Undergraduates 11,478 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 18.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
105	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	198	18	40.68	--	22276	30871	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary El Dorado Hills, CA Based in El Dorado Hills, SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 41% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 27% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 198 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 12.5% Acceptance Rate 40.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
106	University of California-Berkeley	33070	18	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA The University of California, Berkeley was the state’s first land-grant university and the first campus in the school system. The California Golden Bears, competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, have won over 110 team titles. With a 97% first year retention rate, 82% go on to graduate within four years, 94% within six. Undergraduates 33,070 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
107	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	22033	19	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Undergraduates 22,033 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
108	Casa Loma College-Los Angeles	759	19	42.55	--	28167	50197	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Casa Loma College-Los Angeles Sherman Oaks, CA Undergraduates 759 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,167 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,197
109	Crafton Hills College	6768	19	0	--	15013	35077	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA Undergraduates 6,768 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
110	San Francisco State University	19444	19	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Francisco State University San Francisco, CA Found in San Francisco, San Francisco State University accepts 96% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 19,444 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 18.8% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
111	University of California-Irvine	30204	19	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Undergraduates 30,204 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 5.6% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
112	University of California-San Diego	34955	19	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 34,955 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 26.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
113	West Coast University-Ontario	2671	19	88.1	--	47368	96114	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California West Coast University-Ontario Ontario, CA Located in Ontario, West Coast University-Ontario accepts 88% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Ontario will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 89% and 57% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,671 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
114	Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario	380	20	100	--	44477	32840	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario accepts 100% of applicants and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 380 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
115	CBD College	1581	20	0	--	23033	59213	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California CBD College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 1,581 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
116	California State University-Bakersfield	8865	20	93.85	810 – 1,040	6489	44282	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA Found in Bakersfield, California State University-Bakersfield’s acceptance rate is 94% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 8,865 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 25.0% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
117	Integrity College of Health	225	20	0	--	13880	53294	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Integrity College of Health Pasadena, CA Undergraduates 225 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,294
118	Southern California Institute of Technology	510	20	74.19	--	31486	60630	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Southern California Institute of Technology Anaheim, CA Found in Anaheim, Southern California Institute of Technology accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 16% of students at Southern California Institute of Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 510 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 9.1% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,630
119	University of California-Los Angeles	33475	20	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Undergraduates 33,475 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 11.1% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
120	University of California-Merced	8372	20	90.53	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,372 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 4.8% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
121	California Baptist University	8417	21	84.88	970 – 1,170	27862	52336	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Undergraduates 8,417 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
122	California State University-Dominguez Hills	12632	21	93.3	780 – 960	9175	46827	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, CA Located in Carson, California State University-Dominguez Hills accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 12,632 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 16.7% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 780 – 960 Avg. Net Price $9,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
123	California State University-Los Angeles	19586	21	91.25	870 – 1,060	4460	45702	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, California State University-Los Angeles’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 79% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Undergraduates 19,586 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
124	Glendale Career College	896	21	100	--	48880	38921	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Glendale Career College Glendale, CA Based in Glendale, Glendale Career College accepts 100% of applicants. They request $100 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Glendale Career College, there is a 90% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years....Read more Undergraduates 896 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 5.0% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $48,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,921
125	Platt College-Anaheim	498	21	0	--	20948	38619	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Anaheim Anaheim, CA Undergraduates 498 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
126	Platt College-Los Angeles	570	21	92.86	--	27195	38619	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Los Angeles Alhambra, CA Undergraduates 570 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
127	Platt College-Ontario	500	21	99.3	--	20463	38619	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Ontario Ontario, CA Undergraduates 500 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
128	Platt College-Riverside	413	21	0	--	21532	38619	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Riverside Riverside, CA Undergraduates 413 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
129	Smith Chason College	2447	21	0	--	32817	48956	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Smith Chason College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 2,447 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 8.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,956
130	California State University-East Bay	9909	22	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-East Bay Hayward, CA Found in Hayward, California State University-East Bay accepts 97% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 9,909 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 29.4% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
131	California State University-Fresno	21954	22	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA Based in Fresno, California State University-Fresno’s acceptance rate is 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 21% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 21,954 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 22.2% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
132	California State University-San Bernardino	15365	22	93.74	900 – 1,080	5231	43149	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Based in San Bernardino, California State University-San Bernardino accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 15,365 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 15.8% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
133	Fremont University	157	22	91.94	--	34045	30681	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Fremont University Cerritos, CA Undergraduates 157 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 29.4% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,681
134	University of California-Davis	32273	22	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Undergraduates 32,273 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 4.8% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
135	University of California-Riverside	22600	22	76.39	1,090 – 1,310	14562	48593	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 76% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Undergraduates 22,600 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 4.3% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
136	University of California-Santa Cruz	17940	22	65.79	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA Found in Santa Cruz, the University of California-Santa Cruz accepts 66% of applicants and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 17,940 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $18,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
137	Antelope Valley Community College District	13532	23	0	--	6110	28110	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Undergraduates 13,532 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
138	California State University-Chico	13792	23	92.72	970 – 1,180	14630	50493	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Undergraduates 13,792 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 15.0% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
139	California State University-Long Beach	36082	23	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Located in Long Beach, California State University-Long Beach accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. About 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 36,082 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 21.1% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
140	Laurus College	1116	23	0	--	22326	33247	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Laurus College San Luis Obispo, CA Undergraduates 1,116 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 27.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,247
141	San Diego Mesa College	19212	23	0	--	10316	35773	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Undergraduates 19,212 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 4.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
142	California State University-Monterey Bay	6907	24	97.4	960 – 1,160	14493	48648	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Undergraduates 6,907 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 50.0% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
143	California State University-Sacramento	28820	24	93.99	930 – 1,140	10110	51074	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Undergraduates 28,820 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
144	California State University-San Marcos	14977	24	95.1	950 – 1,130	10241	48673	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Based in San Marcos, California State University-San Marcos accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,977 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
145	Lionel University	370	24	0	--	28176	63721	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Lionel University Carpinteria, CA Undergraduates 370 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
146	Los Angeles Pacific University	1685	24	0	--	22498	63721	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Pacific University San Dimas, CA Undergraduates 1,685 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 4.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
147	University of Massachusetts Global	5090	24	92.86	--	30523	55438	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of Massachusetts Global Aliso Viejo, CA Located in Aliso Viejo, the University of Massachusetts Global accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 31% of students at the University of Massachusetts Global will receive......Read more Undergraduates 5,090 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 14.3% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
148	ATI College-Whittier	149	25	0	--	20467	36256	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California ATI College-Whittier Whitter, CA Undergraduates 149 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 25.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,256
149	Angeles College	598	25	0	--	27081	26732	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Angeles College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 598 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,732
150	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	25255	25	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State Polytechnic University-Pomona Pomona, CA Based in Pomona, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 25,255 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
151	California State University-Northridge	32756	25	93.45	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 93% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 32,756 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 19.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
152	Cypress College	15924	25	0	--	7253	35285	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Undergraduates 15,924 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 8.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
153	San Jose State University	28008	25	84.61	1,010 – 1,240	13892	62448	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Jose State University San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, San Jose State University’s acceptance rate is 85% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 37% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 28,008 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 38.9% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
154	California State University-Fullerton	38760	26	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Based in Fullerton, California State University-Fullerton accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 38,760 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 18.2% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
155	DeVry University-California	2382	26	98.5	--	34461	42178	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California DeVry University-California Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, DeVry University-California’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at DeVry University-California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 52% of students continued studying at DeVry University-California......Read more Undergraduates 2,382 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 44.4% Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
156	Foothill College	12949	26	0	--	10805	48920	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Undergraduates 12,949 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
157	Unitek College	5725	26	0	--	25458	62043	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Unitek College Fremont, CA Undergraduates 5,725 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 13.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,043
158	West Los Angeles College	9255	26	0	--	11164	32538	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Undergraduates 9,255 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 4.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
159	North-West College-San Diego	636	27	0	--	45851	38921	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California North-West College-San Diego San Diego, CA Undergraduates 636 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 12.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $45,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,921
160	San Diego State University	35782	27	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Diego State University San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, San Diego State University’s acceptance rate is 36%. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 35,782 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 22.7% Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
161	Santa Monica College	23453	27	0	--	5685	31977	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Undergraduates 23,453 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
162	Solano Community College	9282	27	0	--	7102	35071	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Undergraduates 9,282 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,071
163	Carrington College-Sacramento	2207	28	88.7	--	40803	37870	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Undergraduates 2,207 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 9.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $40,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,870
164	Los Angeles Valley College	15999	28	0	--	13550	33987	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Undergraduates 15,999 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
165	San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia	2318	28	0	--	27525	36007	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA Undergraduates 2,318 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,007
166	Shasta College	9073	28	0	--	7289	59213	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Shasta College Redding, CA Undergraduates 9,073 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 7.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
167	Taft College	4464	28	0	--	5025	33687	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Taft College Taft, CA Undergraduates 4,464 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 16.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
168	University of the People	36901	28	0	--	1575	63721	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California University of the People Pasadena, CA Undergraduates 36,901 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 3.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
169	Fresno City College	28071	29	0	--	9618	30049	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Fresno City College Fresno, CA Undergraduates 28,071 Student-Faculty Ratio 29 11.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
170	Skyline College	9572	29	0	--	6639	41261	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Skyline College San Bruno, CA Undergraduates 9,572 Student-Faculty Ratio 29 3.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,261
171	Career Networks Institute	1133	30	0	--	44485	52232	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Career Networks Institute Santa Ana, CA Undergraduates 1,133 Student-Faculty Ratio 30 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,232
172	Reach University	2124	30	100	--	21014	63721	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Reach University Oakland, CA Based in Oakland, Reach University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Reach University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,124 Student-Faculty Ratio 30 18.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
173	Bakersfield College	30746	31	0	--	16637	29867	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Undergraduates 30,746 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
174	Los Angeles Film School	5472	31	95.1	--	30501	24375	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Film School Hollywood, CA Located in Hollywood, Los Angeles Film School accepts 95% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 28% of students attending Los Angeles Film School currently receive grant aid from the school. At Los Angeles Film School, there is a 51% first year retention rate and around 43% of......Read more Undergraduates 5,472 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,501 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,375
175	Moorpark College	14583	31	0	--	2727	37374	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Undergraduates 14,583 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
176	Rio Hondo College	17441	31	0	--	16449	35115	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Undergraduates 17,441 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,115
177	Los Angeles Mission College	10690	32	0	--	15357	34437	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Undergraduates 10,690 Student-Faculty Ratio 32 3.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
178	Modesto Junior College	18258	32	0	--	5605	34568	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Undergraduates 18,258 Student-Faculty Ratio 32 14.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,568
179	Santa Ana College	27248	33	0	--	5894	36845	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Undergraduates 27,248 Student-Faculty Ratio 33 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
180	World Mission University	207	42	80	--	15785	63721	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California World Mission University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, World Mission University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students at World Mission University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At World......Read more Undergraduates 207 Student-Faculty Ratio 42 27.3% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
181	San Diego Global Knowledge University	173	50	0	--	0	58542	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Diego Global Knowledge University San Diego, CA Undergraduates 173 Student-Faculty Ratio 50 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
182	FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising	535	135	41.5	--	39494	40974	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 535 Student-Faculty Ratio 135 938.5% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $39,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,974