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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	23397	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 $23,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
2	Loma Linda University	979	3	93.3	--	0	88185	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA Undergraduates 979 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,185
3	Pacific Oaks College	346	3	10	--	0	47962	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific Oaks College Pasadena, CA Undergraduates 346 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 40.0% Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,962
4	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	215	3	51.94	910 – 1,230	44360	23988	#4 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 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $110 for undergraduate applications and $110 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Undergraduates 215 Student-Faculty Ratio 3 50.0% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $44,360 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
5	New York Film Academy	965	4	52.4	--	50504	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 965 Student-Faculty Ratio 4 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $50,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
6	Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science	284	5	90.45	820 – 970	27789	60939	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 284 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 820 – 970 Avg. Net Price $27,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,939
7	Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses	183	5	0	--	7108	40569	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses Stockton, CA Undergraduates 183 Student-Faculty Ratio 5 58.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,569
8	Interior Designers Institute	107	6	98.83	--	0	51615	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Interior Designers Institute Newport Beach, CA Undergraduates 107 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 50.0% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,615
9	Musicians Institute	780	6	71.29	980 – 1,300	39056	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 71%. They charge $100 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 27% of students attending Musicians Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. 71% of students continued studying at Musicians Institute after completing their......Read more Undergraduates 780 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 33.3% Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $39,056 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,962
10	Newschool of Architecture and Design	213	6	100	--	50190	57073	#10 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 $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students attending Newschool of Architecture and Design will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 50% and 26% of......Read more Undergraduates 213 Student-Faculty Ratio 6 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $50,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,073
11	Stanford University	7904	6	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	17998	102887	#11 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 $17,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
12	California Institute of the Arts	918	7	25.95	--	57288	28018	#12 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 26% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 86% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Undergraduates 918 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 16.7% Acceptance Rate 26.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $57,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
13	Pacific College	285	7	50	--	21941	62792	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific College Costa Mesa, CA Undergraduates 285 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 61.1% Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,792
14	Pomona College	1766	7	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	17423	60850	#14 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 1,766 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $17,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
15	Samuel Merritt University	741	7	80.92	1,020 – 1,200	0	56709	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA Undergraduates 741 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,709
16	Soka University of America	469	7	43.62	1,330 – 1,510	18807	51242	#16 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 469 Student-Faculty Ratio 7 Acceptance Rate 43.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $18,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242
17	Chamberlain University-California	676	8	60	--	0	84533	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Chamberlain University-California Rancho Cordova, CA Undergraduates 676 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
18	Claremont McKenna College	1390	8	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	29978	87603	#18 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 $29,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
19	Fresno Pacific University	1616	8	57.52	970 – 1,180	15668	51422	#19 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 1,616 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,668 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
20	Harvey Mudd College	921	8	12.66	1,500 – 1,580	42720	115107	#20 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 921 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 12.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $42,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $115,107
21	Laguna College of Art and Design	746	8	95.71	--	44285	31987	#21 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 96% 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 8 Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,285 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,987
22	Mount Saint Mary's University	1733	8	73.13	910 – 1,120	27434	61335	#22 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 1,733 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
23	Occidental College	1881	8	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	47113	52209	#23 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 8 Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $47,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
24	Otis College of Art and Design	1224	8	81.76	1,120 – 1,360	49440	43654	#24 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 8 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $49,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,654
25	University of Southern California	20630	8	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	41496	74461	#25 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 8 11.1% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $41,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
26	Whittier College	767	8	83.5	1,130 – 1,330	32436	46025	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 84% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 99% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 767 Student-Faculty Ratio 8 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $32,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
27	Art Center College of Design	2040	9	76.18	--	53306	53562	#27 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 76% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the Art Center College of Design will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,040 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 76.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,306 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,562
28	California College of ASU	149	9	51.31	--	35614	33350	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California College of ASU Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, California College of ASU accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 82% of students at California College of ASU currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 149 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 72.7% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,350
29	California College of the Arts	1004	9	91.1	940 – 1,220	49945	38308	#29 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 85% 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 9 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $49,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
30	Dominican University of California	1127	9	83.92	1,170 – 1,280	51292	71477	#30 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 1,127 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $51,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
31	Southern California Institute of Architecture	239	9	82.67	1,060 – 1,260	21514	53274	#31 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 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $85 to apply. About 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 239 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 25.0% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,274
32	William Jessup University	1056	9	76.82	1,060 – 1,300	28171	43163	#32 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 77% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 97% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,056 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 25.0% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $28,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
33	Woodbury University	825	9	72.87	940 – 1,240	31257	47665	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Woodbury University Burbank, CA Found in Burbank, Woodbury University’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $85 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Woodbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Woodbury University, there is a 80% first year retention rate and 32% of......Read more Undergraduates 825 Student-Faculty Ratio 9 125.0% Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $31,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
34	Alliant International University-San Diego	355	10	0	--	0	47218	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego, CA Undergraduates 355 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,218
35	Azusa Pacific University	2996	10	79.59	990 – 1,300	26117	56794	#35 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 2,996 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 23.1% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
36	California State University Maritime Academy	761	10	98.73	930 – 1,210	16081	84676	#36 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 761 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 52.4% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
37	Gnomon	555	10	38.33	--	44606	90652	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Gnomon North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, Gnomon accepted 38% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 16% of students at Gnomon currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 88%....Read more Undergraduates 555 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,652
38	Golden Gate University	575	10	57.52	--	0	81704	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Golden Gate University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Golden Gate University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students at Golden Gate University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 50%....Read more Undergraduates 575 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 37.5% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,704
39	PCI College	168	10	39.44	--	24249	29823	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California PCI College Cerritos, CA Undergraduates 168 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 39.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,823
40	Pitzer College	1242	10	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34801	51784	#40 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, 34% enrolled. 81% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 88% 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 $34,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
41	Saint Mary's College of California	1955	10	88.56	1,080 – 1,270	31615	60388	#41 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 89% 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 1,955 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
42	Westcliff University	2037	10	45.09	--	26051	63721	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 45% 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 32% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 2,037 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 11.1% Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
43	Westmont College	1311	10	77.04	1,230 – 1,430	36412	53737	#43 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 1,311 Student-Faculty Ratio 10 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
44	Bethesda University	212	11	79.48	--	13965	37397	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 79% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 32% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Undergraduates 212 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 57.1% Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
45	La Sierra University	1244	11	93.3	890 – 1,140	28076	42617	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Undergraduates 1,244 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $28,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
46	Life Pacific University	396	11	93.95	930 – 1,180	23311	35814	#46 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 94% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 56% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 396 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 31.3% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
47	Pacific Union College	910	11	42.48	950 – 1,190	22799	52713	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 42% 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 910 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 42.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
48	Santa Clara University	6577	11	48	1,370 – 1,490	49651	91198	#48 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 Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $49,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
49	Thomas Aquinas College	372	11	79.76	1,240 – 1,460	23039	59550	#49 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 372 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
50	University of La Verne	2414	11	48.48	970 – 1,290	27216	53806	#50 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 48%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 97% 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 77% first year......Read more Undergraduates 2,414 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $27,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
51	University of Redlands	2045	11	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28054	61686	#51 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. 69% 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 2,045 Student-Faculty Ratio 11 10.0% Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
52	University of San Francisco	5321	11	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	44104	69951	#52 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 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $44,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
53	Chapman University	7713	12	65.43	1,280 – 1,440	48037	58080	#53 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 91% first year retention rate. Undergraduates 7,713 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $48,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
54	Menlo College	831	12	67.81	940 – 1,150	28158	60608	#54 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 100% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 831 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $28,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
55	Pepperdine University	3553	12	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	52216	64934	#55 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. 89% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $30,613 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Undergraduates 3,553 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $52,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
56	Providence Christian College	147	12	92.52	1,010 – 1,210	25354	32827	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 93% 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 82% first year retention rate and......Read more Undergraduates 147 Student-Faculty Ratio 12 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $25,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,827
57	American Medical Sciences Center	200	13	0	--	23118	36193	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California American Medical Sciences Center Glendale, CA Undergraduates 200 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,193
58	California Lutheran University	2297	13	75.67	1,160 – 1,360	27080	54981	#58 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 100% 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 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $27,080 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
59	Concordia University-Irvine	1554	13	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29413	53777	#59 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 1,554 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 7.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
60	FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising	1319	13	41.5	--	41128	40974	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising currently......Read more Undergraduates 1,319 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 27.8% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $41,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,974
61	Hope International University	564	13	32.98	900 – 1,250	30514	36030	#61 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 900 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $30,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
62	Point Loma Nazarene University	3246	13	83.67	1,200 – 1,400	36370	54811	#62 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 1,200 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $36,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
63	University of San Diego	5851	13	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37675	64995	#63 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 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
64	University of Silicon Valley	378	13	51.31	980 – 1,210	30602	39802	#64 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 64% of students attending the University of Silicon Valley will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 378 Student-Faculty Ratio 13 8.3% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $30,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,802
65	University of the Pacific	3249	13	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	30975	62672	#65 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 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
66	Academy of Art University	3644	14	100	--	36591	30452	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, Academy of Art University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 46% of students attending Academy of Art University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 3,644 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
67	Biola University	3481	14	74.82	1,170 – 1,370	30510	45752	#67 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 14 16.7% Acceptance Rate 74.8% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $30,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
68	John Paul the Great Catholic University	298	14	79.29	1,090 – 1,270	31811	34360	#68 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 79% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 298 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 6.7% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $31,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
69	The Master's University and Seminary	1914	14	75.89	1,010 – 1,210	33463	41665	#69 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 1,914 Student-Faculty Ratio 14 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $33,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
70	California State University-Channel Islands	5290	15	93.06	870 – 1,080	10931	46785	#70 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 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 63% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,290 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
71	Feather River Community College District	1758	15	41.5	--	10949	33495	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Found in Quincy, Feather River Community College District’s acceptance rate is 42%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 3% of students attending Feather River Community College District currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 1,758 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 6.3% Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,495
72	Homestead Schools	176	15	71.83	--	14190	43413	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Homestead Schools Torrance, CA Undergraduates 176 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,413
73	Simpson University	755	15	99.03	970 – 1,180	28453	51256	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 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 755 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 36.4% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $28,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
74	Sonoma State University	5412	15	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#74 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 95% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 5,412 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 94.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,113 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
75	Stanbridge University	2373	15	11.37	--	23800	53729	#75 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, 96% enroll. The school boasts 96% four year graduation rate. Undergraduates 2,373 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 11.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,800 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,729
76	United States University	178	15	81.78	--	20197	34909	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California United States University San Diego, CA Undergraduates 178 Student-Faculty Ratio 15 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,197 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,909
77	American University of Health Sciences	364	16	100	--	0	111064	#77 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 100% of applicants and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 364 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $111,064
78	California State University-Bakersfield	8865	16	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#78 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 85% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 67% 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 16 15.8% Acceptance Rate 85.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,567 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
79	Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts	2844	16	0	--	29367	64364	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts San Jose, CA Undergraduates 2,844 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,364
80	Lincoln University	223	16	69.49	--	30324	44602	#80 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 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100%......Read more Undergraduates 223 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,602
81	National University	11297	16	54.55	750 – 1,170	28115	64331	#81 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 46% of students attending National University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 11,297 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 750 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $28,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,331
82	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	318	16	64.21	--	23282	30871	#82 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 64% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 7% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 318 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 45.5% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
83	San Francisco State University	20756	16	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#83 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 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 20,756 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
84	Vanguard University of Southern California	1964	16	64.79	940 – 1,200	20273	43464	#84 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 $29,955. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Undergraduates 1,964 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 64.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $20,273 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
85	Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary	157	16	61.68	--	13122	17439	#85 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 62% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 75% of students attending Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 157 Student-Faculty Ratio 16 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $17,439
86	California Miramar University	105	17	65.52	--	9298	63721	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California Miramar University San Diego, CA Based in San Diego, California Miramar University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 33% of students attending California Miramar University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Undergraduates 105 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
87	California State University-East Bay	10562	17	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#87 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 56% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 79% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 10,562 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 19.0% Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $10,874 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
88	Fremont University	153	17	100	--	32304	30681	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Fremont University Cerritos, CA Undergraduates 153 Student-Faculty Ratio 17 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,304 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,681
89	University of California-Santa Barbara	23181	17	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#89 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 $15,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
90	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	21947	18	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#90 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 21,947 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 31.2% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $16,888 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
91	California State University-Fresno	21430	18	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#91 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 96% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 78% first year retention rate and a 18% four year graduation rate....Read more Undergraduates 21,430 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 21.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
92	California State University-Stanislaus	8455	18	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#92 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 65% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,455 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
93	Laurus College	794	18	0	--	15725	33247	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Laurus College San Luis Obispo, CA Undergraduates 794 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,247
94	MiraCosta College	11478	18	0	--	7972	37965	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Undergraduates 11,478 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
95	University of California-Berkeley	33469	18	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#95 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 96% first year retention rate, 79% go on to graduate within four years, 93% within six. Undergraduates 33,469 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
96	West Coast University-Los Angeles	2687	18	93.16	--	51992	96114	#96 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 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more Undergraduates 2,687 Student-Faculty Ratio 18 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
97	California State University-Dominguez Hills	12473	19	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#97 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 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Undergraduates 12,473 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 59.1% SAT Score 760 – 950 Avg. Net Price $4,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
98	Casa Loma College-Los Angeles	581	19	36.41	--	26780	50197	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Casa Loma College-Los Angeles Sherman Oaks, CA Undergraduates 581 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 36.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,197
99	Crafton Hills College	6097	19	0	--	13513	35077	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA Undergraduates 6,097 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
100	University of California-Los Angeles	33471	19	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#100 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 33,471 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
101	University of California-San Diego	34955	19	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#101 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 26.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
102	West Coast University-Ontario	2647	19	88.1	--	47027	96114	#102 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 83% and 50% of......Read more Undergraduates 2,647 Student-Faculty Ratio 19 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,027 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
103	CBD College	1408	20	95.45	--	19098	34724	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California CBD College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 1,408 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,098 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
104	Glendale Career College	854	20	57.52	--	41849	38921	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Glendale Career College Glendale, CA Based in Glendale, Glendale Career College accepts 58% 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 85% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years....Read more Undergraduates 854 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 33.3% Acceptance Rate 57.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $41,849 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,921
105	West Coast University-Orange County	3168	20	95.35	--	36263	96114	#105 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 3,168 Student-Faculty Ratio 20 Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
106	California Baptist University	8417	21	85.35	930 – 1,210	28596	52336	#106 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 unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year......Read more Undergraduates 8,417 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $28,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
107	California State University-Chico	13392	21	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 92% 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 $5,920 on average. The first year retention rate is 81%....Read more Undergraduates 13,392 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
108	Platt College-Los Angeles	598	21	92.86	--	29947	38619	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Los Angeles Alhambra, CA Undergraduates 598 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
109	Platt College-Ontario	467	21	99.3	--	25958	38619	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Ontario Ontario, CA Undergraduates 467 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
110	Platt College-Riverside	416	21	67.06	--	25471	38619	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Platt College-Riverside Riverside, CA Undergraduates 416 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 Acceptance Rate 67.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,471 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
111	University of California-Merced	8372	21	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#111 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 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 8,372 Student-Faculty Ratio 21 10.5% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
112	California State University-Los Angeles	19354	22	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#112 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 80% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Undergraduates 19,354 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
113	California State University-San Bernardino	14993	22	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#113 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 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 57% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Undergraduates 14,993 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $6,645 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
114	Foothill College	12931	22	0	--	9665	48920	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Undergraduates 12,931 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
115	Southern California Institute of Technology	537	22	87.5	--	27934	60630	#115 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 88% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at Southern California Institute of Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 537 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 15.4% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,630
116	University of California-Davis	32273	22	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#116 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 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
117	University of California-Riverside	22599	22	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#117 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 77% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 57% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Undergraduates 22,599 Student-Faculty Ratio 22 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
118	University of California-Santa Cruz	17940	22	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#118 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 57% 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 65.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $16,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
119	California State University-Sacramento	28226	23	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Undergraduates 28,226 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $11,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
120	Cypress College	13992	23	0	--	7730	35285	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Cypress College Cypress, CA Undergraduates 13,992 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 8.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
121	Smith Chason College	2221	23	68.44	--	33522	48956	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Smith Chason College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 2,221 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,956
122	Unitek College	5191	23	0	--	23984	62043	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Unitek College Fremont, CA Undergraduates 5,191 Student-Faculty Ratio 23 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,984 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,043
123	Antelope Valley Community College District	12937	24	0	--	8294	28110	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Undergraduates 12,937 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 20.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
124	California State University-San Marcos	14977	24	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#124 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 48% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 14,977 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
125	Lionel University	480	24	0	--	28512	63721	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Lionel University Carpinteria, CA Undergraduates 480 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
126	San Diego Mesa College	19243	24	80.92	--	3175	35773	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Undergraduates 19,243 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
127	San Diego State University	34637	24	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#127 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 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 34,637 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 36.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
128	Taft College	4135	24	10.02	--	4627	33687	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Taft College Taft, CA Found in Taft, Taft College’s acceptance rate is 10%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 39% of students attending Taft College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Undergraduates 4,135 Student-Faculty Ratio 24 Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,627 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
129	Angeles College	484	25	0	--	24659	26732	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Angeles College Los Angeles, CA Undergraduates 484 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,732
130	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	25255	25	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#130 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 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 25,255 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
131	California State University-Fullerton	38597	25	90.52	--	6283	48558	#131 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 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 38,597 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
132	California State University-Northridge	32499	25	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 32,499 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $8,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
133	West Los Angeles College	9299	25	0	--	9426	32538	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Undergraduates 9,299 Student-Faculty Ratio 25 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
134	California State University-Long Beach	35843	26	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#134 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Undergraduates 35,843 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,731 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
135	California State University-Monterey Bay	6910	26	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#135 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 6,910 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,222 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
136	Fresno City College	25285	26	0	--	3822	30049	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Fresno City College Fresno, CA Undergraduates 25,285 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
137	San Jose State University	28008	26	84.61	--	13833	62448	#137 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 36% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 28,008 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
138	Shasta College	8081	26	0	--	7751	59213	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Shasta College Redding, CA Undergraduates 8,081 Student-Faculty Ratio 26 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
139	Los Angeles Valley College	15733	27	93.3	--	11547	33987	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Found in Valley Glen, Los Angeles Valley College accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 0% of students at Los Angeles Valley College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 15,733 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
140	Santa Monica College	23164	27	43.84	--	5636	31977	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Undergraduates 23,164 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
141	Solano Community College	8868	27	88.49	--	6317	35071	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Undergraduates 8,868 Student-Faculty Ratio 27 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,071
142	Modesto Junior College	17152	28	16.54	--	13093	34568	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Based in Modesto, Modesto Junior College accepts 17% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Modesto Junior College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Undergraduates 17,152 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,568
143	San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia	2369	28	50.55	--	28857	36007	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA Undergraduates 2,369 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 33.3% Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,007
144	Skyline College	9428	28	99.03	--	4652	41261	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Skyline College San Bruno, CA Undergraduates 9,428 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 12.0% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,261
145	University of Massachusetts Global	5511	28	92.86	--	31715	55438	#145 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 1% of students at the University of Massachusetts Global will receive......Read more Undergraduates 5,511 Student-Faculty Ratio 28 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,715 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
146	Carrington College-Sacramento	2288	31	88.7	--	36520	37870	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, Carrington College-Sacramento’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of students at Carrington College-Sacramento will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Undergraduates 2,288 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 121.4% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,520 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,870
147	Los Angeles Film School	5833	31	95.1	--	32944	24375	#147 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 $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 17% of students attending Los Angeles Film School currently receive grant aid from the school. At Los Angeles Film School, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 43% of......Read more Undergraduates 5,833 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,944 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,375
148	Moorpark College	14091	31	16.54	--	4601	37374	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Based in Moorpark, Moorpark College’s acceptance rate is 17%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Moorpark College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 14,091 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 3.3% Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
149	Rio Hondo College	17193	31	80.92	--	13920	35115	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Undergraduates 17,193 Student-Faculty Ratio 31 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,115
150	Bakersfield College	30410	32	79.48	--	5892	29867	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Undergraduates 30,410 Student-Faculty Ratio 32 Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
151	Santa Ana College	26073	32	0	--	6914	36845	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Undergraduates 26,073 Student-Faculty Ratio 32 60.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
152	Los Angeles Mission College	10425	33	75.89	--	13383	34437	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Found in Sylmar, Los Angeles Mission College accepts 76% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Undergraduates 10,425 Student-Faculty Ratio 33 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
153	World Mission University	180	33	77.78	--	16598	63721	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Student-Faculty Ratio in California World Mission University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, World Mission University accepted 78% 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 180 Student-Faculty Ratio 33 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
154	DeVry University-California	1546	66	97.86	--	34091	42178	#154 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 77% of students at DeVry University-California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 60% of students continued studying at DeVry University-California......Read more Undergraduates 1,546 Student-Faculty Ratio 66 Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,091 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178