2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges

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Total enrollment rankings are a simple look at which institutions have the largest student body. This gives students and families an idea of which campuses are the largest and smallest.

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Rank	Institution	Total Enrollment	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Dallas College	125613	100	--	4068	50863	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Dallas College Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 125,613 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,863
2	Lone Star College System	84822	100	--	11049	32889	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Total Enrollment 84,822 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,889
3	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	79818	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	16401	52843	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 86% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Total Enrollment 79,818 Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $16,401 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
4	Texas A&M University-College Station	78321	57.32	1,170 – 1,400	21610	59386	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 59% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 78,321 Acceptance Rate 57.3% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
5	University of Central Florida	69338	44.71	1,210 – 1,350	13110	47137	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 45% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 39% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 69,338 Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
6	Ohio State University-Main Campus	61443	60.57	1,250 – 1,440	19575	51438	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University is a Public Ivy. Getting its start in 1870, it was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College. With 972 athletes, the Buckeyes take part in the Big Ten Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Ice Hockey. Total Enrollment 61,443 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $19,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
7	University of Maryland Global Campus	60084	76.33	--	14545	58051	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD Found in Adelphi, the University of Maryland Global Campus accepts 76% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 16% of students at the University of Maryland Global Campus currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 60,084 Acceptance Rate 76.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,545 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
8	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	59238	42.37	1,380 – 1,530	14297	64802	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign has a student-to-faculty ratio of 20 to 1, and 71% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Total Enrollment 59,238 Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,380 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $14,297 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
9	Miami Dade College	58941	0	--	5367	33107	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Miami Dade College Miami, FL Total Enrollment 58,941 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,367 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,107
10	Purdue University-Main Campus	58009	49.79	1,220 – 1,490	12421	60838	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, IN A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Purdue University was a founding member of the Big Ten Conference. Some famous alumni include Neil Armstrong, Millie Bobby Brown, and Orville Redenbacher. The school has also produced Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Olympic medalists. Total Enrollment 58,009 Acceptance Rate 49.8% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $12,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
11	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	57067	39.15	1,310 – 1,510	11023	62979	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Total Enrollment 57,067 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $11,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
12	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	56666	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Total Enrollment 56,666 Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
13	University of Arizona	56544	86.14	1,100 – 1,330	18144	47665	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Big Twelve Conference. Total Enrollment 56,544 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
14	University of Florida	56311	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11521	56398	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Florida Gainesville, FL Part of the Southeastern Conference and a NCAA Division I-FBS school, the University of Florida has a wide variety of sports from football to gymnastics. The student body, including 564 athletes, are known as the Gators, wearing orange and blue....Read more Total Enrollment 56,311 0.0% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
15	Florida International University	54817	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	10742	47768	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida International University Miami, FL Located in Miami, Florida International University accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 54,817 Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
16	The University of Texas at Austin	53864	26.64	1,250 – 1,490	18036	60896	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Total Enrollment 53,864 Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
17	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	53363	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15901	89432	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA Also referred to as Georgia Tech, the Georgia Institute of Technology was founded in 1885 as part of the Reconstruction plans post-Civil War. At first, it only provided degrees in Mechanical Engineering. By 1901, it also offered Chemical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering....Read more Total Enrollment 53,363 Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
18	Houston Community College	53253	0	--	6033	31319	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Houston Community College Houston, TX Total Enrollment 53,253 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
19	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	52855	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	19005	73762	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, was founded in 1817, making it the oldest institution of higher education in Michigan. The most commonly chosen major at UMich is Computer and Information Sciences, General. During the last admissions cycle, 47% of accepted students decide to attend. Total Enrollment 52,855 Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,005 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
20	University of Wisconsin-Madison	52097	45.17	1,350 – 1,480	14216	61275	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI The University of Wisconsin, Madison was the first public university in the state – it opened when Wisconsin received statehood in 1848. Their motto is “Numen Lumen” or “Divine Light.” With 40,000 faculty and staff, the university is also the largest employer in Wisconsin....Read more Total Enrollment 52,097 Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
21	Michigan State University	52089	84.8	1,120 – 1,330	24630	55084	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Based in East Lansing, Michigan State University accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 52,089 Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $24,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
22	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	50617	65.35	1,280 – 1,480	19052	61263	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ New Brunswick is the oldest of the three campuses that make up Rutgers University. The school has 19 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools, with many students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, and Social Work....Read more Total Enrollment 50,617 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $19,052 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
23	University of South Florida	49622	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11578	48328	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of South Florida Tampa, FL Found in Tampa, the University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 62% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 49,622 Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
24	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	49481	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27450	55620	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 61% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 92% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 49,481 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
25	University of California-Los Angeles	48656	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	15166	59063	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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. Total Enrollment 48,656 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
26	Indiana University-Bloomington	48424	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	16282	53417	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN Bloomington is the flagship and largest campus of Indiana University. Alumni include Bob Chapek, Suzanne Collins, and Jimmy Wales. IUB is somewhat selective and has an impressive 91% first year retention rate. 81% of students graduate in six years. Total Enrollment 48,424 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
27	University of Houston	47980	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	13738	52768	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 47,980 Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
28	Kennesaw State University	47845	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	17566	47863	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Located in Kennesaw, Kennesaw State University’s acceptance rate is 69%. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 8% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 47,845 Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
29	University of North Texas	46864	72.23	990 – 1,240	14675	46304	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year graduation rate is 40%. Computer and......Read more Total Enrollment 46,864 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,675 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
30	Utah Valley University	46809	100	970 – 1,210	8650	46825	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Utah Valley University Orem, UT Found in Orem, Utah Valley University’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Utah Valley University, there is a 73% first year retention rate and a 15% four......Read more Total Enrollment 46,809 4.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
31	University of California-Berkeley	46403	11.04	1,330 – 1,540	16997	74919	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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. Total Enrollment 46,403 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
32	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	45584	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	21511	48310	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Found in Cincinnati, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 62% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 45,584 Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $21,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
33	Purdue University Global	44421	0	--	9494	32973	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Purdue University Global West Lafayette, IN Total Enrollment 44,421 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,973
34	University of California-San Diego	44256	26.77	1,290 – 1,490	13293	65669	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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. Total Enrollment 44,256 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
35	The University of Texas at Arlington	43992	81.29	990 – 1,240	14956	60902	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 81% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 43,992 Acceptance Rate 81.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,956 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
36	Florida State University	43871	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	14903	49814	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University opened as the Florida Institute in 1854. A NCAA Division I-FBS school and competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Seminoles have brought home several national championships....Read more Total Enrollment 43,871 Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
37	California State University-Fullerton	43662	90.52	--	6283	48558	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 43,662 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
38	Valencia College	42524	0	--	9657	32638	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Valencia College Orlando, FL Total Enrollment 42,524 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,638
39	University of Maryland-College Park	41725	44.8	1,400 – 1,540	15833	67785	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD University of Maryland, the state's flagship university, is home to six libraries, the ANSC campus farm, and the UMD golf course. Often called a Public Ivy, it offers an education comparable to Ivy League schools and has extremely high research activity. Computer Science is the most popular undergraduate major. Total Enrollment 41,725 Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $15,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
40	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	41705	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21808	49218	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, LA Found in Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s acceptance rate is 73% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Total Enrollment 41,705 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
41	University of Georgia	41615	37.19	1,250 – 1,430	16303	57565	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Georgia Athens, GA At the University of Georgia, many undergraduates will go on to major in Psychology, General. Founded in 1785, it’s a Public Ivy and one of the oldest public schools in the country. Over the years, UGA has produced many well known public figures, including football players, Pulitzer prize winners, and more. Total Enrollment 41,615 Acceptance Rate 37.2% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
42	The University of Alabama	40846	76.65	1,110 – 1,370	21761	52233	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL Found in Tuscaloosa, The University of Alabama accepts 77% of applicants and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 89% of students continued studying at The University of Alabama after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 40,846 Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
43	Texas Tech University	40757	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16773	52588	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Total Enrollment 40,757 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
44	Texas State University	40669	89.08	990 – 1,210	15307	46716	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 40,669 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
45	University of California-Davis	40065	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17315	58461	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 40,065 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
46	California State University-Long Beach	39858	46.28	1,030 – 1,240	9731	50062	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 39,858 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
47	George Mason University	39763	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18900	60536	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges George Mason University Fairfax, VA Found in Fairfax, George Mason University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 59% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 39,763 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
48	Collin County Community College District	39552	98.36	--	8071	38984	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Total Enrollment 39,552 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
49	San Diego State University	39373	35.98	1,100 – 1,320	19500	52620	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 39,373 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
50	University of Colorado Boulder	39089	81.15	1,190 – 1,400	22640	54939	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO The Boulder campus is the flagship school of the University of Colorado system. It was actually founded a few months before Colorado became a state in 1876. Athletes, called the Buffaloes, are part of the Big Twelve Conference....Read more Total Enrollment 39,089 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
51	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	38857	54.99	1,290 – 1,450	22205	67377	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is more commonly known as Virginia Tech. Students are known as Hokies and wear Chicago maroon and burnt orange to show off their school spirit. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Virginia Tech's motto is "That I May Serve." Total Enrollment 38,857 Acceptance Rate 55.0% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
52	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	38728	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	20885	47782	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TN Located in Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville accepts 42% of applicants and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 38,728 Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $20,885 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
53	University of South Carolina-Columbia	38532	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	26068	50621	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, SC Based in Columbia, the University of South Carolina-Columbia accepts 60% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of South Carolina-Columbia, there is a 92% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 38,532 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $26,068 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
54	North Carolina State University	38464	41.67	1,240 – 1,450	14860	57623	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC The North Carolina State University at Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina. The school has a 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 93% first year retention rate....Read more Total Enrollment 38,464 Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $14,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
55	California State University-Northridge	37729	88.1	900 – 1,110	8222	44372	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 37,729 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
56	San Jose State University	37661	84.61	--	13833	62448	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 37,661 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
57	University of California-Irvine	37296	28.78	1,240 – 1,440	14647	56210	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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. Total Enrollment 37,296 Acceptance Rate 28.8% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $14,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
58	Oregon State University	37163	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	21868	50843	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Oregon State University Corvallis, OR Based in Corvallis, Oregon State University’s acceptance rate is 77% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 87% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 37,163 Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
59	University of Utah	36894	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	13341	55239	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT The University of Utah’s campus is nestled between mountains and the Great Salt Lake. 28,000 are undergraduate students. The oldest higher education institution in the state, U of U was founded in 1850 and originally called University of Deseret. Class sizes are larger, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Total Enrollment 36,894 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,341 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
60	The University of Texas at San Antonio	35770	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10831	46340	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 60% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Total Enrollment 35,770 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
61	Austin Community College District	35600	46.66	--	3502	38647	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Austin Community College District Austin, TX Total Enrollment 35,600 Acceptance Rate 46.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,502 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
62	Georgia State University	34966	55.43	960 – 1,220	16390	37844	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Based in Atlanta, Georgia State University’s acceptance rate is 55%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 10% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 77% and around 34%......Read more Total Enrollment 34,966 Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
63	University of Kentucky	34710	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	19838	47266	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Kentucky Lexington, KY Based in Lexington, the University of Kentucky’s acceptance rate is 93% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 51% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Total Enrollment 34,710 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
64	Auburn University	34145	45.93	1,250 – 1,400	24524	54629	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Auburn University Auburn, AL Found in Auburn, Auburn University’s acceptance rate is 46% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 34,145 Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
65	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	34110	88.57	1,070 – 1,300	19828	49748	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins, CO The flagship university of Colorado, CSU’s mascot is Cam the Ram. Popular sports on campus include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular major at the school by far. CSU has a 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment 34,110 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $19,828 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
66	University of Illinois Chicago	33906	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	11499	53218	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Based in Chicago, the University of Illinois Chicago accepts 77% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 69% of students at the University of Illinois Chicago currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 36% of......Read more Total Enrollment 33,906 Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $11,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
67	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	33881	94.01	870 – 1,090	6978	35812	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 52% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Total Enrollment 33,881 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $6,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
68	University of Arkansas	33610	74.31	1,070 – 1,290	17475	49686	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR Located in Fayetteville, the University of Arkansas accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $40 to apply. Approximately 39% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Total Enrollment 33,610 Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
69	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	32851	84.59	980 – 1,220	11388	42865	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, the University of Nevada-Las Vegas accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 32,851 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
70	Weber State University	32701	100	970 – 1,180	11572	47061	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Weber State University Ogden, UT Total Enrollment 32,701 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
71	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	32680	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	11140	57057	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship of the state’s school system. Enrolling students in 1795, it’s also one of the oldest public schools in the United States. UNC became coeducational in 1877 and began admitting African-American graduate students in 1951. Total Enrollment 32,680 Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $11,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
72	University at Buffalo	31903	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20511	53742	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, the University at Buffalo accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 68% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 31,903 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
73	San Jacinto Community College	31812	0	--	7674	59213	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Total Enrollment 31,812 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
74	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	31726	59.73	1,310 – 1,500	22954	60347	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, MA Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system. It opened in 1863, when it was known as the Massachusetts Agricultural College. Most students stay on after they complete freshman year – the school has a 92% first year retention rate. 84% graduate in six years. Total Enrollment 31,726 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
75	Florida Atlantic University	31607	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	9839	45647	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL Based in Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 84% of students decide to stay at......Read more Total Enrollment 31,607 Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
76	University of Missouri-Columbia	31559	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Total Enrollment 31,559 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
77	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	31091	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	13768	48812	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Based in Charlotte, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte accepts 80% of applicants. They request $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 31,091 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $13,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
78	California State University-Sacramento	30883	93.43	900 – 1,130	11183	51074	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 30,883 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
79	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	30873	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	19900	52216	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Total Enrollment 30,873 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $19,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
80	University of Iowa	30779	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 30,779 Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
81	Iowa State University	30432	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 30,432 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
82	Bakersfield College	30410	79.48	--	5892	59423	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Total Enrollment 30,410 Acceptance Rate 79.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
83	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	29927	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	24338	54240	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, PA The University of Pittsburgh opened in 1787 as the Pittsburgh Academy, though it may have roots going back to 1770. Much of the school was destroyed in the Great Fire of 1845, a massive fire that stretched 20 square blocks of the city. Last year, Pitt accepted 35,400 of applicants and 13% of these students enrolled. Total Enrollment 29,927 Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
84	The University of Texas at Dallas	29886	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	13464	57249	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Total Enrollment 29,886 Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $13,464 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
85	University of Kansas	29792	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Total Enrollment 29,792 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
86	Temple University	29637	80.45	1,130 – 1,370	29641	50860	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Temple University Philadelphia, PA Based in Philadelphia, Temple University’s acceptance rate is 80%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 57% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 29,637 Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $29,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
87	Broward College	29140	73.95	--	18934	33772	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Broward College Fort Lauderdale, FL Total Enrollment 29,140 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,934 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,772
88	Utah State University	29118	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15825	44822	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Utah State University Logan, UT Based in Logan, Utah State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 78% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 29,118 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
89	College of Southern Nevada	29081	0	--	7293	31822	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Total Enrollment 29,081 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,293 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
90	Clemson University	29077	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	24408	58311	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Clemson University Clemson, SC Clemson University boasts a large campus – 1,400 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alongside Lake Hartwell. It’s home to the Clemson Experimental Forest, which is used for research, education, and recreation. Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular undergraduate major. Total Enrollment 29,077 Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
91	Northern Arizona University	28468	89.61	1,040 – 1,250	16544	47308	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Information Technology, though there are 176 degree programs available. 93% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,981 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Total Enrollment 28,468 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
92	Virginia Commonwealth University	28464	92.32	1,040 – 1,310	22852	47161	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Total Enrollment 28,464 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
93	University of Connecticut	28306	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	22324	63322	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Connecticut Storrs, CT The University of Connecticut sits on a 4,400-acre campus and is just 90 minutes from Boston. Founded in 1881, it was originally known as the Storrs Agricultural School. It has a 92% first year retention rate. Many students major in Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General. Total Enrollment 28,306 3.4% Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $22,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
94	Georgia Southern University	27506	87.89	990 – 1,140	16957	44423	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Located in Statesboro, Georgia Southern University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 27% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 27,506 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
95	Boise State University	27250	87.21	920 – 1,130	19037	45251	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Boise State University Boise, ID Located on the Boise River, Boise State University also offers dozens of programs online. Many choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General. A non selective school, it received 16,100 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 14,000. Total Enrollment 27,250 Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 920 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $19,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
96	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	27241	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	18291	46855	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Total Enrollment 27,241 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,291 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
97	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	27196	73.7	1,010 – 1,260	11898	54466	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 27,196 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
98	East Carolina University	26940	89.22	1,020 – 1,220	14470	46420	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges East Carolina University Greenville, NC Found in Greenville, East Carolina University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 82% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 26,940 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,470 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
99	Stony Brook University	26689	49.04	1,330 – 1,500	18601	59492	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY Based in Stony Brook, Stony Brook University’s acceptance rate is 49% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 79% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 26,689 Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
100	Columbus State Community College	26663	0	--	6842	36895	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Columbus State Community College Columbus, OH Total Enrollment 26,663 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,895
101	University of Virginia-Main Campus	26470	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	17831	72359	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA Thomas Jefferson founded The University of Virginia, and the school’s Board of Visitors also included James Monroe and James Madison. The school's well known for its secret societies and sport accomplishments. The Cavaliers, who wear orange and blue, have over 30 championship wins. Total Enrollment 26,470 Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $17,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
102	University of Mississippi	26449	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	14946	45336	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Mississippi University, MS Found in University, the University of Mississippi accepts 97% of applicants and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 73% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 26,449 Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,946 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
103	South Texas College	26440	0	--	1414	28239	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges South Texas College McAllen, TX Total Enrollment 26,440 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
104	University of California-Riverside	26384	76.85	1,090 – 1,310	13533	48593	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 26,384 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
105	Kent State University at Kent	26374	86.34	990 – 1,220	20333	40179	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH Located in Kent, Kent State University at Kent accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 26,374 Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
106	University of California-Santa Barbara	26133	32.96	1,260 – 1,480	15283	56852	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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%. Total Enrollment 26,133 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
107	Santa Ana College	26073	0	--	6914	59213	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Total Enrollment 26,073 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,914 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
108	Ohio University-Main Campus	25767	85.17	1,110 – 1,310	20550	48991	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH Located in Athens, Ohio University-Main Campus accepts 85% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 25,767 Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
109	Washington State University	25685	86.64	990 – 1,280	18155	53510	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Washington State University Pullman, WA Found in Pullman, Washington State University’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 37% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 25,685 56.1% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,155 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
110	Fresno City College	25285	0	--	3822	30049	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fresno City College Fresno, CA Total Enrollment 25,285 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
111	St Petersburg College	24594	100	880 – 1,150	300	36498	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges St Petersburg College St. Petersburg, FL Total Enrollment 24,594 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 880 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,498
112	University of Oregon	24404	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	23917	46084	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Oregon Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, the University of Oregon accepts 88% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Oregon will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Oregon, there is a 86% first year retention rate......Read more Total Enrollment 24,404 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,917 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
113	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	24393	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 24,393 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
114	Palm Beach State College	24369	88.32	--	10320	33729	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL Total Enrollment 24,369 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,729
115	Missouri State University-Springfield	24360	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17104	40553	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 24,360 Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
116	The University of Texas at El Paso	24351	99.9	880 – 1,100	10333	37978	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 44% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 77% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Total Enrollment 24,351 Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
117	West Virginia University	24118	77.8	1,020 – 1,230	13691	45181	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 90% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 24,118 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
118	California State University-Fresno	23986	96.38	890 – 1,100	7303	44012	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 23,986 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
119	Wayne State University	23964	77.86	1,070 – 1,280	16021	45207	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and......Read more Total Enrollment 23,964 Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
120	San Francisco State University	23935	96.15	930 – 1,140	13353	52650	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 23,935 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
121	Old Dominion University	23743	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16150	46732	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Old Dominion University Norfolk, VA Found in Norfolk, Old Dominion University accepts 90% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 23,743 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,150 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
122	University of Delaware	23673	69.24	1,210 – 1,400	17716	58846	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Delaware Newark, DE During the last admissions cycle, the University of Delaware received 40,000 applications. It also has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 92% first year retention rate. UD’s athletes are known as the Fightin' Blue Hens and they compete in the Colonial Athletic Association. Total Enrollment 23,673 0.4% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $17,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
123	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	23596	79.33	910 – 1,180	7528	37150	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 74% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 23,596 Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
124	Montclair State University	23375	87.89	910 – 1,210	13880	47944	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Found in Montclair, Montclair State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 51% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 23,375 Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
125	Santa Monica College	23164	43.84	--	5636	51847	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Total Enrollment 23,164 Acceptance Rate 43.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
126	Mississippi State University	23150	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	16480	43487	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Found in Mississippi State, Mississippi State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 23,150 Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
127	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	23124	74.68	1,000 – 1,240	15303	52475	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Based in Denver, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 23,124 1.2% Acceptance Rate 74.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
128	University of Louisville	23065	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	18808	46571	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Louisville Louisville, KY Found in Louisville, the University of Louisville accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Louisville, there is a 81% first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 23,065 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
129	James Madison University	22879	71.51	1,180 – 1,340	26317	57438	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges James Madison University Harrisonburg, VA Found in Harrisonburg, James Madison University accepts 72% of applicants and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 91% and 65% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 22,879 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $26,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
130	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	22876	97.11	970 – 1,210	16499	45851	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 97% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $56 for graduate applications. Approximately 62% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 22,876 0.2% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
131	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	22842	31.22	1,240 – 1,450	16888	72358	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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. Total Enrollment 22,842 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
132	University of Nevada-Reno	22802	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	16801	49182	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV Found in Reno, the University of Nevada-Reno’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 83% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 40% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Total Enrollment 22,802 Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
133	California State University-Los Angeles	22744	91.25	870 – 1,060	4551	45702	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 22,744 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
134	CUNY Hunter College	22538	54.22	1,110 – 1,400	4127	50414	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY Hunter College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 22,538 Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
135	Indiana University-Indianapolis	22534	76.37	1,050 – 1,240	11592	47173	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN Based in Indianapolis, Indiana University-Indianapolis accepts 76% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 75% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 22,534 Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
136	Grand Valley State University	22011	83.02	1,110 – 1,370	17995	47840	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Based in Allendale, Grand Valley State University’s acceptance rate is 83% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at......Read more Total Enrollment 22,011 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,995 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
137	Front Range Community College	21970	100	--	9256	40548	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Located in Westminster, Front Range Community College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students attending Front Range Community College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 21,970 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,256 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,548
138	Appalachian State University	21570	90.14	1,040 – 1,280	14712	43663	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Appalachian State University Boone, NC Found in Boone, Appalachian State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 45% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 21,570 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
139	Illinois State University	21546	88.15	1,010 – 1,220	20871	50599	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Illinois State University Normal, IL Located in Normal, Illinois State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at Illinois State University will receive grant aid from the school. At Illinois State University, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 48% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 21,546 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $20,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
140	Rowan University	21125	78.3	1,110 – 1,320	22237	50705	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Found in Glassboro, Rowan University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending Rowan University will receive grant aid from the school. At Rowan University, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 46% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Total Enrollment 21,125 Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
141	Ball State University	21089	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13017	44394	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ball State University Muncie, IN Found in Muncie, Ball State University’s acceptance rate is 86%. Undergraduates have to send in $60 to apply. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 21,089 Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
142	Sam Houston State University	21039	90.26	930 – 1,130	14556	45337	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 7% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 21,039 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,556 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
143	University of Alabama at Birmingham	20905	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17413	46572	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL Found in Birmingham, the University of Alabama at Birmingham accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Alabama at Birmingham currently receive institutional......Read more Total Enrollment 20,905 1.2% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
144	Florida State College at Jacksonville	20530	73.44	--	2789	36362	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL Total Enrollment 20,530 Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,362
145	Middle Tennessee State University	20488	69.09	1,040 – 1,240	12700	39941	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Located in Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 50% of students at Middle Tennessee State University currently receive grant aid from......Read more Total Enrollment 20,488 1.5% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,700 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
146	Kansas State University	20295	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 20,295 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
147	University of Memphis	20276	72.03	970 – 1,180	13656	40921	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Memphis Memphis, TN 475 Tigers at the University of Memphis compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS American Athletic Conference. Until 2020, the school’s mascot was a live tiger, known as TOM. Since then, Pouncer, a costumed mascot, has taken over the job. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a popular undergraduate major. Total Enrollment 20,276 Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
148	University of Hawaii at Manoa	20028	86.6	1,070 – 1,290	14557	45701	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, HI Found in Honolulu, the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s acceptance rate is 87% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 80% first year retention rate and a......Read more Total Enrollment 20,028 4.0% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,557 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
149	Hillsborough Community College	20004	24.03	--	4387	59213	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Total Enrollment 20,004 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
150	Portland State University	19951	90.87	950 – 1,290	12509	46937	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Portland State University Portland, OR Located in Portland, Portland State University accepts 91% of applicants and requires $60 for undergraduate applications and $67 for graduate applications. About 55% of students at Portland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 19,951 2.8% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
151	University of California-Santa Cruz	19938	65.57	1,180 – 1,390	16526	49716	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 19,938 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
152	Vincennes University	19795	79.41	--	10932	35834	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Located in Vincennes, Vincennes University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of students attending Vincennes University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and......Read more Total Enrollment 19,795 Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
153	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	19698	51.17	1,190 – 1,410	3989	61542	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, NY Located in New York, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College accepts 51% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 70% of students at CUNY Bernard M Baruch College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 19,698 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $3,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
154	Towson University	19401	81.98	950 – 1,240	15064	54302	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Towson University Towson, MD Located in Towson, Towson University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 19,401 Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
155	University of North Georgia	19298	67.94	990 – 1,210	11687	43085	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Total Enrollment 19,298 Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
156	San Diego Mesa College	19243	80.92	--	3175	59213	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 19,243 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
157	San Antonio College	18975	85.39	--	5832	34318	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 18,975 Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,318
158	University of North Carolina Wilmington	18848	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18606	46972	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, NC Located in Wilmington, the University of North Carolina Wilmington accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 50% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 18,848 Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,606 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
159	Miami University-Oxford	18838	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	27928	49773	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH Miami University, Oxford’s motto is “Prodesse Quam Conspici”, or “To accomplish without being conspicuous.” It’s one of the oldest public universities in the United States. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, most of Miami’s athletes, the RedHawks, compete in the Mid-American Conference. Total Enrollment 18,838 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
160	Binghamton University	18816	38.61	1,350 – 1,500	18860	61621	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Binghamton University Vestal, NY Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Binghamton University sees most of its incoming students come from New York and New Jersey. It’s a NCAA Division I without football school, and the Bearcats compete in a variety of sports, including Basketball, Softball, and Baseball. Total Enrollment 18,816 Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $18,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
161	Northwest Vista College	18808	0	--	5655	35741	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northwest Vista College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 18,808 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,741
162	Rio Salado College	18631	0	--	9003	42314	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Total Enrollment 18,631 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
163	University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	18064	87.67	--	9388	48310	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH Located in Blue Ash, the University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 48% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 18,064 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
164	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	18012	88.51	1,120 – 1,290	10592	39869	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC Based in Greensboro, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Total Enrollment 18,012 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $10,592 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
165	California State University-San Bernardino	17900	93.18	820 – 1,020	6645	43149	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 17,900 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
166	Lamar University	17711	85.7	940 – 1,150	10999	47077	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 79% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 17,711 0.1% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
167	Wichita State University	17700	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 17,700 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
168	Western Michigan University	17605	84.6	980 – 1,230	20183	45356	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI There are 395 student athletes, known as Broncos, at Western Michigan University, a NCAA Division I-FBS school. They compete in the Mid-American Conference. WMU has an 81% first year retention rate and 16 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many undergraduates major in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General....Read more Total Enrollment 17,605 Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
169	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	17594	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	20987	41281	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Total Enrollment 17,594 Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,987 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
170	Metropolitan State University of Denver	17577	99.14	890 – 1,120	13727	45391	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Based in Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver’s acceptance rate is 99%. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. About 39% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 17,577 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $13,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
171	University at Albany	17560	69.09	1,160 – 1,330	19165	51380	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University at Albany Albany, NY Found in Albany, the University at Albany accepts 69% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending the University at Albany will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 83% and 59% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 17,560 Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $19,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
172	Sinclair Community College	17431	0	--	5824	54939	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH Total Enrollment 17,431 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,824 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
173	Tarleton State University	17258	52.56	1,010 – 1,180	15363	46729	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 17,258 Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
174	University of Rhode Island	17210	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	20964	57446	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Rhode Island Kingston, RI Based in Kingston, the University of Rhode Island accepts 72% of applicants. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 17,210 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,964 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
175	Rio Hondo College	17193	80.92	--	13920	54803	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Total Enrollment 17,193 Acceptance Rate 80.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,920 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
176	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	17171	78.16	1,110 – 1,280	21684	51013	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA West Chester University of Pennsylvania is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). Popular undergraduate majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, and General....Read more Total Enrollment 17,171 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
177	Modesto Junior College	17152	16.54	--	13093	59213	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 17,152 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
178	Montana State University	17144	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	18511	44757	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Montana State University Bozeman, MT “Mountains and Mines” is the motto of Montana State University. In the last admissions cycle, the school received 21,700 applications and accepted 82% of them. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and Mechanical Engineering are the most popular undergraduate majors....Read more Total Enrollment 17,144 Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
179	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	16797	82.96	1,190 – 1,380	17624	61467	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell, MA Located in Lowell, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell accepts 83% of applicants. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 84% and its......Read more Total Enrollment 16,797 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $17,624 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
180	Mesa Community College	16624	60.36	--	13767	38702	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ Based in Mesa, Mesa Community College’s acceptance rate is 60%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 37% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Mesa Community College, there is a 65% first year retention rate and around 21% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 16,624 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,702
181	Western Kentucky University	16291	93.87	970 – 1,210	12054	38156	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Located in Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University accepts 94% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending Western Kentucky University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78%......Read more Total Enrollment 16,291 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,054 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
182	California State University-San Marcos	16237	95.1	860 – 1,080	10500	48673	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 16,237 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
183	Florida Gulf Coast University	16230	76.75	1,040 – 1,210	10548	45029	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Based in Fort Myers, Florida Gulf Coast University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 49% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 16,230 Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
184	University of North Florida	16154	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	10628	46546	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL Found in Jacksonville, the University of North Florida accepts 53% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of North Florida will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the......Read more Total Enrollment 16,154 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $10,628 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
185	CUNY Queens College	15965	64.34	1,010 – 1,290	5339	48548	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Queens College Queens, NY Found in Queens, CUNY Queens College accepts 64% of applicants and requires $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 62% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,965 Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
186	Oakland University	15768	87.84	920 – 1,180	15734	49017	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Based in Rochester Hills, Oakland University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 92% of students attending Oakland University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,768 Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
187	Los Angeles Valley College	15733	93.3	--	11547	33987	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 15,733 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
188	Arkansas State University	15726	79.59	970 – 1,180	13002	38944	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 80% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students attending Arkansas State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students continued studying at Arkansas State University......Read more Total Enrollment 15,726 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
189	University of Nebraska at Omaha	15681	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,681 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
190	University of Massachusetts-Boston	15676	82.96	1,090 – 1,300	17554	53521	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,676 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
191	Southern Utah University	15444	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	12375	41147	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Found in Cedar City, Southern Utah University accepts 82% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,444 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
192	Northern Illinois University	15415	69.79	960 – 1,180	13533	46113	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL Northern Illinois University opened in 1895 as the Northern Illinois State School. The 756-acre campus is home to Altgeld Hall, which looks like a castle. Popular areas of study include Psychology, General, and Computer Science. Total Enrollment 15,415 Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,533 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
193	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	15399	88.96	890 – 1,130	8353	32960	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $8,707 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,399 Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $8,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
194	Northern Kentucky University	15347	83.07	970 – 1,210	8151	42105	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY Located in Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 83%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,347 Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $8,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
195	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	15345	88.83	1,010 – 1,210	13443	42668	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Found in Lafayette, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,345 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
196	Texas Woman's University	15265	96.13	950 – 1,160	10763	48773	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,265 Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $10,763 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
197	CUNY City College	15164	59.97	1,060 – 1,280	4599	46435	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY City College New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY City College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Total Enrollment 15,164 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $4,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
198	Indian River State College	15104	24.03	--	5927	33822	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indian River State College Fort Pierce, FL Total Enrollment 15,104 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,822
199	University of North Dakota	15019	76.9	1,090 – 1,290	18227	54588	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 15,019 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
200	Arapahoe Community College	15012	100	--	9786	43676	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arapahoe Community College Littleton, CO Total Enrollment 15,012 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,676
201	Eastern Kentucky University	15008	96.95	930 – 1,180	10852	38611	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 86% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 79%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,008 Acceptance Rate 97.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
202	Minnesota State University, Mankato	14831	91.33	1,110 – 1,210	17227	50098	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 43% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 14,831 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
203	University of Missouri-Kansas City	14772	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14201	50298	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,772 Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
204	University of Missouri-St Louis	14751	62.67	1,030 – 1,290	11577	47564	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 63%. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,751 0.4% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
205	Western Washington University	14710	93.25	1,110 – 1,330	22096	45272	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Located in Bellingham, Western Washington University accepts 93% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 89% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,710 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $22,096 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
206	Saint Louis Community College	14627	0	--	7173	30242	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Total Enrollment 14,627 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
207	California State University-Chico	14581	91.58	960 – 1,290	15187	50493	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 14,581 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
208	Central Michigan University	14515	89.82	980 – 1,210	15826	46567	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI Central Michigan University is a NCAA Division I-FBS school, and the Chippewas compete in the Mid-American Conference. Student athletes can receive scholarships, $13,796 on average, and the school offers institutional grant aid to about 95% of students. Total Enrollment 14,515 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,826 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
209	University of Vermont	14476	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	22062	48164	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Vermont Burlington, VT Based in Burlington, the University of Vermont accepts 65% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,476 Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $22,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
210	Southeastern Louisiana University	14440	93.87	1,040 – 1,210	12007	37124	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 94% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,440 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,007 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
211	University of West Georgia	14394	51.61	950 – 1,130	14962	41000	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of West Georgia Carrollton, GA Located in Carrollton, the University of West Georgia accepts 52% of applicants. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 15% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,394 Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
212	CUNY Brooklyn College	14390	58.36	1,030 – 1,190	4105	45035	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY Found in Brooklyn, CUNY Brooklyn College’s acceptance rate is 58% and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,390 Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $4,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
213	University of West Florida	14371	56.87	1,020 – 1,220	8908	42204	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,371 Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $8,908 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
214	University of Toledo	14358	92.02	1,040 – 1,280	17927	44162	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Toledo Toledo, OH Located in Toledo, the University of Toledo’s acceptance rate is 92%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 82% of students at the University of Toledo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 14,358 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,927 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
215	St Philip's College	14281	83.69	--	5472	35018	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges St Philip's College San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, St Philip's College accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 27% of students at St Philip's College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,281 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,472 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,018
216	California State University-Dominguez Hills	14262	59.11	760 – 950	4438	46827	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 14,262 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
217	Seminole State College of Florida	14104	72.1	--	2889	35589	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, FL Located in Sanford, Seminole State College of Florida’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 23% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,104 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,589
218	Moorpark College	14091	16.54	--	4601	37374	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 14,091 Acceptance Rate 16.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
219	University of South Alabama	14003	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	13613	41307	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of South Alabama Mobile, AL Located in Mobile, the University of South Alabama’s acceptance rate is 71% and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students attending the University of South Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,003 Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,613 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
220	Cleveland State University	14001	91.3	950 – 1,270	16307	44625	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Found in Cleveland, Cleveland State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 76% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,001 Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
221	Cypress College	13992	0	--	7730	35285	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Cypress College Cypress, CA Total Enrollment 13,992 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
222	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	13906	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	17704	55137	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Located in Baltimore, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $75 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 13,906 Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
223	Kean University	13905	75.9	900 – 1,170	11593	46603	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Kean University Union, NJ Located in Union, Kean University accepted 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 75% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 13,905 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 900 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $11,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
224	North Carolina A & T State University	13885	46.17	930 – 1,150	10258	36638	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro, NC North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, or A&T for short, is the largest HBCU in the country. The campus is often called “Aggieland.” In 1960, four Aggies helped kick off the Civil Rights movement when they conducted a “sit-in” at a Woolworth’s....Read more Total Enrollment 13,885 Acceptance Rate 46.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $10,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
225	Florida SouthWestern State College	13815	85.62	--	9030	37028	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Total Enrollment 13,815 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,030 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
226	CUNY New York City College of Technology	13767	80.74	880 – 1,200	5417	39982	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY New York City College of Technology Brooklyn, NY Based in Brooklyn, CUNY New York City College of Technology’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 65% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 60% and 10% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more Total Enrollment 13,767 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $5,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
227	University of Houston-Downtown	13730	89.96	890 – 1,080	14269	49120	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 19% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 13,730 Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,269 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
228	Troy University	13658	96.04	970 – 1,210	12504	39392	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Troy University Troy, AL Found in Troy, Troy University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 30% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 13,658 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
229	Eastern Florida State College	13601	73.95	--	5698	32437	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Florida State College Melbourne, FL Total Enrollment 13,601 Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,437
230	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	13598	88.16	1,100 – 1,340	24762	53671	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH Found in Durham, the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 88% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school. At the University of New Hampshire-Main Campus, there is a 87% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 13,598 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,762 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
231	East Tennessee State University	13586	87.06	1,010 – 1,240	16033	38704	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Found in Johnson City, East Tennessee State University accepts 87% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 50% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Total Enrollment 13,586 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
232	Glendale Community College	13480	75.19	--	13166	37269	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Based in Glendale, Glendale Community College accepts 75% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 13,480 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,166 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
233	California State University-East Bay	13333	96.81	830 – 1,050	10874	55546	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 13,333 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
234	University of Akron Main Campus	13332	59.67	930 – 1,210	15292	42269	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH Based in Akron, the University of Akron Main Campus accepts 60% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students attending the University of Akron Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 73% and around 22% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 13,332 Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
235	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	13319	55.16	1,030 – 1,170	4141	50293	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Based in New York, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 71% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 13,319 Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $4,141 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
236	Madison Area Technical College	13281	0	--	12175	40928	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI Total Enrollment 13,281 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,928
237	New Jersey Institute of Technology	13247	65.07	1,250 – 1,470	16736	69591	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ Based in Newark, New Jersey Institute of Technology’s acceptance rate is 65% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 75% of students at New Jersey Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 90% and its four year graduation rate is 38%. Three......Read more Total Enrollment 13,247 Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $16,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
238	Delaware Technical Community College-Terry	13231	0	--	7847	35336	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Dover, DE Total Enrollment 13,231 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,336
239	University of Southern Mississippi	13170	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	14050	37710	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Based in Hattiesburg, the University of Southern Mississippi accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 13,170 Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
240	Utah Tech University	13167	100	--	15488	37959	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Based in Saint George, Utah Tech University accepts 100% of applicants and requests $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 81% of students at Utah Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 13,167 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
241	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	12953	83.77	930 – 1,240	12942	50140	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh, WI Found in Oshkosh, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s acceptance rate is 84% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 12,953 Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
242	Antelope Valley Community College District	12937	0	--	8294	54803	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Total Enrollment 12,937 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
243	Foothill College	12931	0	--	9665	59213	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Total Enrollment 12,931 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
244	CUNY Lehman College	12884	46.38	960 – 1,080	4076	51067	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 46% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 12,884 Acceptance Rate 46.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $4,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
245	University of Central Missouri	12857	63.8	930 – 1,180	15728	41593	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 73% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four......Read more Total Enrollment 12,857 Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
246	Fort Hays State University	12843	91.77	1,010 – 1,210	13774	44428	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 12,843 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
247	East Texas A&M University	12741	74.98	930 – 1,150	11902	43157	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 12,741 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
248	Idaho State University	12699	83.96	--	12353	41377	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Located in Pocatello, Idaho State University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $65 for graduate applications. About 81% of students at Idaho State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 12,699 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
249	Santa Fe College	12698	72.1	--	11790	34919	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL Total Enrollment 12,698 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,919
250	Eastern Michigan University	12663	79.64	930 – 1,180	17388	43148	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University got its start in 1849 as the Michigan State Normal School, the first teachers' college outside of New England. A NCAA Division I-FBS school, Eagles compete in the Mid-American Conference. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined). Total Enrollment 12,663 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,388 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
251	Pikes Peak State College	12388	86.43	--	9311	35799	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Total Enrollment 12,388 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
252	University of Idaho	12286	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	14377	42602	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Idaho Moscow, ID “A Legacy of Leading” is the motto of the University of Idaho. Founded in 1889, it was the only university in the state until 1963. The Vandals compete in Football, Basketball, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), among others....Read more Total Enrollment 12,286 Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
253	Georgia Gwinnett College	12245	95.5	870 – 1,120	11037	36756	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Gwinnett College Lawrenceville, GA Based in Lawrenceville, Georgia Gwinnett College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Georgia Gwinnett College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 12,245 2.7% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,756
254	University of Central Oklahoma	12148	81.76	930 – 1,180	18893	43074	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 53% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,080 each. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Total Enrollment 12,148 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,893 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
255	Louisiana Tech University	12072	90.73	1,050 – 1,280	12593	44903	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Louisiana Tech University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Total Enrollment 12,072 Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $12,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
256	South Dakota State University	12065	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	18233	49564	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,327 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Total Enrollment 12,065 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
257	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	12045	97.21	940 – 1,190	15182	46384	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 8,900 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Total Enrollment 12,045 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
258	University of Maine	12029	96.84	1,060 – 1,360	18237	43124	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maine Orono, ME Found in Orono, the University of Maine accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 95% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 67% and......Read more Total Enrollment 12,029 Acceptance Rate 96.8% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,237 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
259	Tyler Junior College	11977	28.16	--	9148	33789	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Found in Tyler, Tyler Junior College’s acceptance rate is 28%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 35% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 61% of students decide to stay at Tyler Junior College after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 11,977 Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,148 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
260	Marshall University	11958	95.72	960 – 1,170	9734	39561	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Marshall University Huntington, WV Based in Huntington, Marshall University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 11,958 1.5% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $9,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
261	North Dakota State University	11952	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	16461	54312	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 70% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,952 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
262	College of Charleston	11926	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	20806	43821	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Charleston Charleston, SC Based in Charleston, the College of Charleston accepts 60% of applicants. They request $60 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 11,926 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $20,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
263	Daytona State College	11807	39.52	--	6119	32933	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FL Total Enrollment 11,807 Acceptance Rate 39.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,933
264	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	11790	86.88	920 – 1,190	16131	43087	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale, IL Located in Carbondale, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s acceptance rate is 87% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 78% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Total Enrollment 11,790 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
265	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	11752	93.68	970 – 1,180	13670	47909	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater, WI The University of Wisconsin, Whitewater offers 85 programs and majors, but many choose to study Business/Commerce, General. During the last admission cycle, the school received 9,320 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Total Enrollment 11,752 Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
266	Tallahassee State College	11699	0	--	7841	59213	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tallahassee State College Tallahassee, FL Total Enrollment 11,699 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
267	Western Carolina University	11686	81.8	1,030 – 1,230	12252	43085	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC Based in Cullowhee, Western Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 82%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 69% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,686 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
268	Angelo State University	11542	83.01	940 – 1,170	12518	41050	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,542 Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
269	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras	11493	53.2	1,030 – 1,300	6868	22417	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, PR Found in San Juan, the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras’s acceptance rate is 53% and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,493 Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $6,868 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,417
270	MiraCosta College	11478	0	--	7972	59423	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Total Enrollment 11,478 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
271	Bellevue College	11472	17.36	--	11926	47460	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Total Enrollment 11,472 Acceptance Rate 17.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
272	Henry Ford College	11410	0	--	738	51562	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Henry Ford College Dearborn, MI Total Enrollment 11,410 31.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,562
273	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	0	--	6053	32525	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 11,380 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
274	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	11380	77.02	1,040 – 1,210	13801	42209	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN Located in Chattanooga, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 77% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 11,380 Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
275	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	11354	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16816	45766	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO Located in Colorado Springs, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. Approximately 63% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 11,354 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,816 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
276	Coastal Carolina University	11348	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14453	38070	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Coastal Carolina University Conway, SC Based in Conway, Coastal Carolina University’s acceptance rate is 75%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending Coastal Carolina University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Coastal Carolina......Read more Total Enrollment 11,348 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
277	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	11266	88.58	950 – 1,200	14991	42933	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 63% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,266 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
278	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	11198	72.89	970 – 1,180	10289	46546	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Green Bay, WI Found in Green Bay, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay accepts 73% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 33% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students continued studying at the University......Read more Total Enrollment 11,198 Acceptance Rate 72.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $10,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
279	College of Staten Island CUNY	11031	92.34	910 – 1,100	6355	36931	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, NY Located in Staten Island, the College of Staten Island CUNY accepts 92% of applicants and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 11,031 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $6,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
280	Augusta University	10935	62.76	1,020 – 1,230	13486	45037	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 63% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 16% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,935 10.9% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
281	Palo Alto College	10908	0	--	4848	33233	#281 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Palo Alto College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 10,908 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,233
282	Truckee Meadows Community College	10885	100	--	10768	38186	#282 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Found in Reno, Truckee Meadows Community College’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 31% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,885 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,186
283	Pennsylvania Western University	10834	94.33	--	19579	38474	#283 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pennsylvania Western University California, PA Based in California, Pennsylvania Western University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 83% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 10,834 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
284	University of Wyoming	10813	96.88	1,040 – 1,280	13299	48360	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wyoming Laramie, WY The University of Wyoming was founded in 1886, four years before Wyoming became a state. It’s one of the rare schools that features a live animal mascot – a horse named Cowboy Joy. Another mascot, Pistol Pete, is played by a student. Brown and gold are the official school colors, and their motto is simple – “Equality.” Total Enrollment 10,813 Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $13,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
285	The University of Montana	10811	95.86	1,080 – 1,290	17775	35729	#285 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Montana Missoula, MT Located along the Clark Fork River, The University of Montana's Grizzlies and Lady Griz compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Alumni include Colin Meloy, J.K. Simmons, and Carroll O’Connor, as well as numerous professional athletes, scientists, and politicians. Total Enrollment 10,811 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $17,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
286	Rutgers University-Newark	10809	78.73	1,080 – 1,370	17425	61263	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 79% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 58% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,809 Acceptance Rate 78.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
287	Morgan State University	10739	82.23	850 – 1,080	15350	40065	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Morgan State University Baltimore, MD Morgan State University got its start in 1867 as the Centenary Biblical Institute. It changed its name in 1890 to honor Lyttleton Morgan and became a university in 1975. MSU’s 100-acre campus is a designated national historic site. The school accepts 82% of applicants and awards up to Doctor's degrees. Total Enrollment 10,739 Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
288	University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	10716	52.17	1,110 – 1,360	12857	32706	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR Based in Mayaguez, the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez accepts 52% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 35% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,716 Acceptance Rate 52.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $12,857 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,706
289	Greenville Technical College	10661	52.57	--	6267	68416	#289 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC Total Enrollment 10,661 Acceptance Rate 52.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,416
290	Thomas Edison State University	10632	0	--	0	65570	#290 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ Total Enrollment 10,632 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,570
291	University of North Alabama	10620	70.54	1,010 – 1,240	10441	38295	#291 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 91% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,620 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
292	University of South Dakota	10619	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	18466	46290	#292 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 70% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 10,619 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
293	Wright State University-Main Campus	10603	96.33	930 – 1,190	15400	42229	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH Based in Dayton, Wright State University-Main Campus accepts 96% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wright State University-Main Campus, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 27% of......Read more Total Enrollment 10,603 Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
294	University of Alaska Anchorage	10574	59.58	990 – 1,200	13931	42313	#294 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Alaska Anchorage Anchorage, AK Located in Anchorage, the University of Alaska Anchorage’s acceptance rate is 60%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 58% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,574 Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $13,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
295	Central Washington University	10527	90.61	950 – 1,170	15558	49398	#295 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA Located in Ellensburg, Central Washington University’s acceptance rate is 91% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 88% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 10,527 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
296	Eastern Washington University	10491	94.37	990 – 1,120	13786	46469	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,491 Acceptance Rate 94.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $13,786 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
297	Stephen F Austin State University	10472	74.45	970 – 1,150	15498	43144	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 74%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71%......Read more Total Enrollment 10,472 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $15,498 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
298	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	10459	81.22	1,110 – 1,290	13125	49626	#298 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Based in La Crosse, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 23% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 10,459 Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $13,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
299	Austin Peay State University	10439	96.38	--	14679	38779	#299 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN Found in Clarksville, Austin Peay State University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,439 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
300	Los Angeles Mission College	10425	75.89	--	13383	34437	#300 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 10,425 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,383 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
301	California State University-Bakersfield	10419	85.08	920 – 1,180	6567	44282	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 10,419 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
302	Phoenix College	10384	90.95	--	12119	36674	#302 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Phoenix College Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, Phoenix College accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 33% of students at Phoenix College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,384 Acceptance Rate 91.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,674
303	The University of Texas at Tyler	10359	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14043	49355	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,359 Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
304	Valdosta State University	10305	72.14	920 – 1,110	11532	39416	#304 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA Valdosta State University was originally an all women college when it opened in 1913. It became coeducational in 1950. Today, it’s a part of the University System of Georgia. 356 athletes compete as the Blazers, wearing red and black. VSU is a NCAA Division II with football school. Total Enrollment 10,305 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
305	Youngstown State University	10287	80.66	940 – 1,190	11740	37590	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 81%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and a 23% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 10,287 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $11,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
306	Colorado State University Global	10257	98.4	890 – 970	12475	65131	#306 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado State University Global Denver, CO Found in Denver, Colorado State University Global accepts 98% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,257 Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $12,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
307	Laredo College	10191	85.73	--	5053	27435	#307 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Laredo College Laredo, TX Based in Laredo, Laredo College accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 18% of students at Laredo College will receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students continued their studies at Laredo College after completing......Read more Total Enrollment 10,191 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
308	Saint Cloud State University	10164	94.8	940 – 1,220	14648	47215	#308 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,164 1.0% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
309	Tennessee Technological University	10117	83.16	1,040 – 1,280	15138	43759	#309 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 70% of students at Tennessee Technological University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,117 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
310	University of Central Arkansas	10112	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16362	36670	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Found in Conway, the University of Central Arkansas accepts 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,112 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,362 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
311	Farmingdale State College	10039	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	8224	55901	#311 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Located in Farmingdale, Farmingdale State College accepted 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 62% of students attending Farmingdale State College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,039 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
312	Murray State University	10035	85.68	1,010 – 1,240	9738	38473	#312 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Murray State University Murray, KY Based in Murray, Murray State University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 95% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,035 Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
313	Central Connecticut State University	9997	73.33	890 – 1,130	17207	49016	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Central Connecticut State University is fairly selective, and alumni include professional athletes, actors, and politicians. Founded in 1849, it’s the oldest publicly-funded university in the state. Psychology, General, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General are popular undergraduate areas of study. Total Enrollment 9,997 Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $17,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
314	Ferris State University	9959	91.51	900 – 1,130	13154	47339	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 88% of students at Ferris State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 78% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 9,959 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
315	Jacksonville State University	9955	77.69	940 – 1,200	14511	40158	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Found in Jacksonville, Jacksonville State University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 64% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 9,955 Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
316	Prairie View A & M University	9821	77.94	860 – 1,080	14065	36350	#316 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 63% of students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 9,821 21.9% Acceptance Rate 77.9% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
317	William & Mary	9818	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	20422	62959	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges William & Mary Williamsburg, VA The second-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, King William III and Queen Mary II founded the aptly named William & Mary in 1693. Alumni include Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Tyler, James Comey, and Jon Stewart. Athletes wear green and gold, and the school mascot is The Griffin. Total Enrollment 9,818 Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $20,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
318	Colorado Mesa University	9785	98.29	970 – 1,210	15076	39223	#318 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 9,785 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
319	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	9736	82.72	1,010 – 1,180	7554	38467	#319 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 83% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 9,736 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,554 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
320	California State University-Stanislaus	9724	98.14	840 – 1,060	7316	47793	#320 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 9,724 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
321	Del Mar College	9720	54.2	--	4322	59213	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Del Mar College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 25% of students at Del Mar College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 9,720 Acceptance Rate 54.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
322	Bridgewater State University	9550	89.19	1,040 – 1,230	16230	46673	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 89% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 63% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,204 on average. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 9,550 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
323	Southeast Missouri State University	9500	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#323 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Total Enrollment 9,500 Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
324	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	9461	87.99	1,110 – 1,310	15323	50011	#324 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Total Enrollment 9,461 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
325	Pasco-Hernando State College	9449	88.32	--	5419	34724	#325 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey, FL Found in New Port Richey, Pasco-Hernando State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 12% of students attending Pasco-Hernando State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. ......Read more Total Enrollment 9,449 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
326	Skyline College	9428	99.03	--	4652	59213	#326 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Skyline College San Bruno, CA Total Enrollment 9,428 Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,652 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
327	Lorain County Community College	9410	64.12	--	4397	59423	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH Total Enrollment 9,410 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
328	Southern Connecticut State University	9377	94.82	830 – 1,100	19870	45422	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT Found in New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 9,377 Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,870 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
329	Empire State University	9325	75.18	--	11065	50167	#329 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Located in Saratoga Springs, Empire State University accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Empire State University, there is a 46% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 9,325 Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,065 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
330	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	9313	20.56	1,030 – 1,180	15491	36153	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, FL Often called Florida A&M, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University is a member of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. The Rattlers and Lady Rattlers, wearing orange and green, are led by their mascot, Venom the Rattlesnake....Read more Total Enrollment 9,313 Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,491 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
331	West Los Angeles College	9299	0	--	9426	59213	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Total Enrollment 9,299 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
332	University of Northern Iowa	9283	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Total Enrollment 9,283 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
333	University of Minnesota Duluth	9253	88.76	1,150 – 1,320	19542	52840	#333 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Total Enrollment 9,253 Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
334	Northwest Missouri State University	9152	86.13	970 – 1,180	15497	41695	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 9,152 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
335	University of California-Merced	9110	91.52	980 – 1,160	13232	48475	#335 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 9,110 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
336	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	9073	90.77	980 – 1,190	17665	42278	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA Based in Indiana, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 9,073 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,665 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
337	University of Massachusetts Global	9069	92.86	--	31715	55438	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 9,069 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,715 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
338	West Texas A & M University	9052	58.63	960 – 1,160	17182	44399	#338 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 62% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 69% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Total Enrollment 9,052 Acceptance Rate 58.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
339	University of Northern Colorado	8869	93.63	970 – 1,200	19115	43756	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO Also known as UNC, the university’s motto is "Sapientia in aeternum est" or “Wisdom is eternal.” 82% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,686 on average. Klawz the Bear is the school's mascot, and their colors are navy blue and gold. Notable alumni of UNC include musicians, champion athletes, and politicians. Total Enrollment 8,869 Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
340	Solano Community College	8868	88.49	--	6317	59423	#340 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Total Enrollment 8,868 Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
341	Morehead State University	8791	77.21	1,040 – 1,240	10017	37131	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Morehead State University Morehead, KY Located in Morehead, Morehead State University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65%......Read more Total Enrollment 8,791 Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
342	College of Southern Idaho	8775	0	--	8482	35642	#342 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID Total Enrollment 8,775 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,642
343	Arkansas Tech University	8746	95.89	930 – 1,140	11443	37638	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arkansas Tech University Russellville, AR Based in Russellville, Arkansas Tech University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Total Enrollment 8,746 Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
344	State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota	8744	97.28	--	22151	35254	#344 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota Bradenton, FL Total Enrollment 8,744 Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,254
345	Odessa College	8708	72.46	--	4300	34867	#345 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Odessa College Odessa, TX Located in Odessa, Odessa College accepts 72% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 38% of students attending Odessa College currently receive institutional grant aid. At Odessa College, there is a 61% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 8,708 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,300 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
346	William Paterson University of New Jersey	8695	92.52	990 – 1,350	16999	44928	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne, NJ Located in Wayne, William Paterson University of New Jersey accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 65% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 8,695 Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
347	Cincinnati State Technical and Community College	8681	87.67	--	6489	35314	#347 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati, OH Located in Cincinnati, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires $15 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 30% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 63% and 0% of......Read more Total Enrollment 8,681 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,314
348	Stockton University	8631	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	19752	48223	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Stockton University Galloway, NJ Found in Galloway, Stockton University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 8,631 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,752 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
349	Schoolcraft Community College District	8587	0	--	7271	34749	#349 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI Total Enrollment 8,587 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,749
350	North Carolina Central University	8579	86.97	910 – 1,100	13884	35967	#350 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Carolina Central University Durham, NC North Carolina Central University is non selective, accepting 87% of applicants. 90% receive grant aid, $12,449 on average. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, student athletes could receive athletic scholarships. Popular sports include Football, Basketball, and Tennis. Total Enrollment 8,579 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $13,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,967
351	University of Alabama in Huntsville	8564	68.57	1,130 – 1,370	19847	55610	#351 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL Located in Huntsville, the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s acceptance rate is 69%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 8,564 Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
352	Texas A&M International University	8536	45.96	920 – 1,120	3833	37327	#352 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 46% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 60% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Total Enrollment 8,536 Acceptance Rate 46.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $3,833 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
353	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	8523	92.26	970 – 1,180	13156	39485	#353 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Found in Natchitoches, Northwestern State University of Louisiana accepts 92% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,523 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
354	Pensacola State College	8518	88.32	--	3436	32495	#354 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pensacola State College Pensacola, FL Based in Pensacola, Pensacola State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 36% of students attending Pensacola State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 8,518 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,436 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,495
355	Eastern Illinois University	8505	65.35	880 – 1,100	14621	42694	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Based in Charleston, Eastern Illinois University accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,505 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
356	Texas Southern University	8469	93.35	820 – 1,010	15021	32986	#356 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 57% and its four......Read more Total Enrollment 8,469 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,021 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
357	University of Louisiana at Monroe	8445	74.56	1,020 – 1,200	11160	40430	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Located in Monroe, the University of Louisiana at Monroe accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 86% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Total Enrollment 8,445 Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,160 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
358	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	8394	71.47	980 – 1,200	18407	45398	#358 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA Found in Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 59% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,394 Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,407 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
359	University of Cincinnati-Clermont College	8324	87.67	--	8892	55193	#359 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia, OH Found in Batavia, the University of Cincinnati-Clermont College accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 57% of students at the University of Cincinnati-Clermont College currently receive institutional grant aid. 55% of students decide to stay at the University of......Read more Total Enrollment 8,324 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,193
360	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	8263	90.37	1,040 – 1,240	14347	43371	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI Found in Stevens Point, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 83% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,263 Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
361	Southern University and A & M College	8249	49.87	840 – 1,010	18937	33033	#361 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA Located in Baton Rouge, Southern University and A & M College accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,249 Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 840 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $18,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
362	Fashion Institute of Technology	8206	60.24	--	19649	50102	#362 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fashion Institute of Technology New York, NY Based in New York, Fashion Institute of Technology accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. About 14% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 8,206 Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,649 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
363	The College of New Jersey	8141	62.35	1,150 – 1,350	22379	62649	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The College of New Jersey Ewing, NJ The College of New Jersey was founded in 1855 and originally called the New Jersey State Normal School. It received its current name in 1996. The college has a first year retention rate of 91%....Read more Total Enrollment 8,141 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $22,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
364	University of Houston-Clear Lake	8137	91.73	980 – 1,170	10488	52098	#364 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 92% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 45% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,137 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
365	University of Michigan-Dearborn	8104	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	12798	50389	#365 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Located in Dearborn, the University of Michigan-Dearborn accepts 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Total Enrollment 8,104 Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
366	Shasta College	8081	0	--	7751	59213	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Shasta College Redding, CA Total Enrollment 8,081 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,751 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
367	Middle Georgia State University	8033	99.77	930 – 1,160	13326	39624	#367 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Middle Georgia State University Macon, GA Located in Macon, Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 7% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 8,033 Acceptance Rate 99.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
368	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	8012	100	1,020 – 1,260	21171	55620	#368 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Total Enrollment 8,012 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $21,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
369	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	7968	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	20696	51475	#369 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth, MA Found in North Dartmouth, the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth accepts 91% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 92% of students at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate......Read more Total Enrollment 7,968 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
370	Polk State College	7963	88.32	--	9832	35602	#370 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Polk State College Winter Haven, FL Located in Winter Haven, Polk State College accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 7% of students attending Polk State College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,963 Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,602
371	Indiana State University	7895	80.77	1,040 – 1,240	13321	41047	#371 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indiana State University Terre Haute, IN Located in Terre Haute, Indiana State University accepts 81% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,895 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
372	Radford University	7812	89.53	960 – 1,180	18282	44830	#372 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Radford University Radford, VA Found in Radford, Radford University accepts 90% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $4,160 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,812 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
373	Southwest Minnesota State University	7773	64.09	930 – 1,140	14839	43282	#373 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 73%......Read more Total Enrollment 7,773 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
374	Community College of Denver	7715	89.59	--	9526	36412	#374 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Community College of Denver Denver, CO Total Enrollment 7,715 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,526 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,412
375	California State University-Monterey Bay	7713	97.34	900 – 1,210	15222	48648	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 7,713 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
376	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	7698	57.74	970 – 1,150	11225	40040	#376 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR Based in Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 60% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,698 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $11,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
377	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	7674	93.35	890 – 1,090	9687	37126	#377 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke, NC Located in Pembroke, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 42% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Total Enrollment 7,674 Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,687 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
378	Columbus State University	7632	99.18	900 – 1,140	11384	39190	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Columbus State University Columbus, GA Located in Columbus, Columbus State University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 22% of students attending Columbus State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s......Read more Total Enrollment 7,632 Acceptance Rate 99.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
379	Colorado School of Mines	7608	59.6	1,330 – 1,470	29785	82950	#379 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado School of Mines Golden, CO The programs offered at Colorado School of Mines are all focused on energy and environment, so all available majors are in STEM fields. The Orediggers are led on by their mascots Marvin the Miner and Blaster the Burro....Read more Total Enrollment 7,608 Acceptance Rate 59.6% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $29,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
380	University of Southern Maine	7604	86.99	1,010 – 1,250	12006	47107	#380 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Southern Maine Portland, ME Found in Portland, the University of Southern Maine’s acceptance rate is 87%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,604 Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $12,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
381	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	7584	92	850 – 1,080	13263	43479	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 92% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 51% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 63% first year retention rate and......Read more Total Enrollment 7,584 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
382	Aims Community College	7529	100	--	7651	39696	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Aims Community College Greeley, CO Total Enrollment 7,529 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
383	The University of Tennessee-Martin	7507	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11151	38863	#383 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TN Based in Martin, The University of Tennessee-Martin accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,507 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
384	SUNY Brockport	7482	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15343	47164	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges SUNY Brockport Brockport, NY Located in Brockport, SUNY Brockport accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 82% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,482 Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
385	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	7467	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	21856	43309	#385 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown, PA Found in Kutztown, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 91% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 90% of students at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 7,467 Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
386	Chemeketa Community College	7433	57.99	--	8455	35771	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Based in Salem, Chemeketa Community College accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 6% of students at Chemeketa Community College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,433 Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
387	Michigan Technological University	7429	83.53	1,150 – 1,370	17928	69672	#387 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Michigan Technological University offers over 185 degree programs across five colleges: Engineering, Computing, Sciences and Arts, Business, and Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, and General. Total Enrollment 7,429 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $17,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
388	Pierce College District	7427	97.2	--	10851	39406	#388 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Total Enrollment 7,427 Acceptance Rate 97.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
389	Northern Michigan University	7409	84.02	990 – 1,210	17937	37996	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI Based in Marquette, Northern Michigan University accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 7,409 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,937 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
390	Red Rocks Community College	7382	86.43	--	9250	41495	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, CO Found in Lakewood, Red Rocks Community College accepts 86% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 1% of students at Red Rocks Community College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 7,382 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,495
391	Green River College	7361	75.96	--	13621	43127	#391 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Green River College Auburn, WA Total Enrollment 7,361 Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,621 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
392	Rose State College	7313	98.6	--	10867	33124	#392 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rose State College Midwest City, OK Based in Midwest City, Rose State College accepts 99% of applicants and charges $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 34% of students attending Rose State College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,313 Acceptance Rate 98.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,867 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,124
393	Nevada State University	7283	86.11	830 – 1,070	16255	47092	#393 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. Total Enrollment 7,283 Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $16,255 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
394	State University of New York at New Paltz	7233	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	17848	45555	#394 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Total Enrollment 7,233 Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $17,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
395	University of Southern Indiana	7233	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14066	42323	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Southern Indiana Evansville, IN Based in Evansville, the University of Southern Indiana accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,233 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
396	Purdue University Fort Wayne	7206	83.89	990 – 1,240	12619	42873	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN Located in Fort Wayne, Purdue University Fort Wayne’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 63% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,206 Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,619 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
397	Yavapai College	7200	74.42	--	6985	35028	#397 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Total Enrollment 7,200 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
398	Missouri University of Science and Technology	7154	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	14414	69295	#398 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 96% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 7,154 Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
399	Clark College	7149	90.25	--	11547	37411	#399 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Clark College Vancouver, WA Total Enrollment 7,149 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
400	Fayetteville State University	7107	79.89	810 – 1,020	7298	37831	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Fayetteville State University currently receive institutional grant aid. 75% of students continued their studies at......Read more Total Enrollment 7,107 3.8% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $7,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
401	Georgia College & State University	7097	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	19769	50644	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, GA Found in Milledgeville, Georgia College & State University accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Total Enrollment 7,097 Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
402	Saint Johns River State College	7066	0	--	7262	35537	#402 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saint Johns River State College Palatka, FL Total Enrollment 7,066 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,262 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,537
403	Salisbury University	7025	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	17931	51926	#403 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,025 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
404	University of Alaska Fairbanks	6982	62.12	1,030 – 1,270	9985	40746	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Alaska Fairbanks Fairbanks, AK UAF, otherwise known as “Alaska,” is a flagship, land grant, space grant, and sea grant school. 71% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,016 on average. Blue and gold are the official colors of UAF and the mascot is Nanook, a mighty polar bear of Inuit legend....Read more Total Enrollment 6,982 Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $9,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
405	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	6975	86.19	1,060 – 1,240	20860	44813	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville, PA Located in Millersville, Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 6,975 Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
406	State University of New York at Cortland	6938	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	18474	46535	#406 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State University of New York at Cortland Cortland, NY Based in Cortland, State University of New York at Cortland accepts 60% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 54% of students at State University of New York at Cortland will receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students decide to stay at State University of New York at Cortland after......Read more Total Enrollment 6,938 Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
407	University of Wisconsin-Stout	6914	87.47	1,040 – 1,280	15574	50251	#407 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 87% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 29% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,914 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
408	Scottsdale Community College	6875	0	--	15163	39059	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale, AZ Total Enrollment 6,875 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,059
409	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	6864	90.92	890 – 1,100	10474	44882	#409 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,864 4.6% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $10,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
410	Colorado State University Pueblo	6851	98.21	880 – 1,120	14188	43053	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado State University Pueblo Pueblo, CO Found in Pueblo, Colorado State University Pueblo’s acceptance rate is 98%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 86% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,851 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
411	Saginaw Valley State University	6822	72.07	930 – 1,170	15144	43530	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major at Saginaw Valley State University by far, but Social Work, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Psychology, and General are also commonly chosen programs. A fairly selective school, 98% of students receive institutional grants, $7,616 on average. Total Enrollment 6,822 Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
412	Pueblo Community College	6767	86.43	--	10969	33368	#412 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pueblo Community College Pueblo, CO Total Enrollment 6,767 Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,969 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,368
413	Columbia Basin College	6729	90.25	--	10348	38255	#413 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Based in Pasco, Columbia Basin College’s acceptance rate is 90% and charges $28 for undergraduate applications. About 29% of students attending Columbia Basin College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 58%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,729 Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
414	State University of New York at Oswego	6715	80.57	1,060 – 1,270	16923	46358	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Found in Oswego, State University of New York at Oswego’s acceptance rate is 81%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 86% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and......Read more Total Enrollment 6,715 Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $16,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
415	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	6696	87.26	1,080 – 1,280	15966	54825	#415 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 88% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 6,696 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
416	University of Maryland, Baltimore	6667	0	--	0	82754	#416 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore, MD Total Enrollment 6,667 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,754
417	Northeastern State University	6642	99.35	930 – 1,140	11153	41207	#417 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 99%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,642 Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,153 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
418	Alabama A & M University	6614	66.22	810 – 1,030	14064	27851	#418 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 66% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,614 Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 810 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $14,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
419	University of New Orleans	6601	66.77	940 – 1,160	11190	38410	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA Based in New Orleans, the University of New Orleans’s acceptance rate is 67%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at the University of New Orleans currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,601 Acceptance Rate 66.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
420	Navarro College	6557	0	--	12099	31865	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Navarro College Corsicana, TX Total Enrollment 6,557 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,865
421	Purdue University Northwest	6548	72.46	1,000 – 1,200	9637	48439	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Based in Hammond, Purdue University Northwest accepts 72% of applicants and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 68% of students at Purdue University Northwest will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 6,548 Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $9,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
422	Albany State University	6544	73.02	790 – 940	13775	35579	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Albany State University Albany, GA Found in Albany, Albany State University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 12% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,544 Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 790 – 940 Avg. Net Price $13,775 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
423	University of Michigan-Flint	6529	70.47	970 – 1,240	12344	45453	#423 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI Based in Flint, the University of Michigan-Flint accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,529 Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
424	Lane Community College	6507	96.41	--	9238	33726	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lane Community College Eugene, OR Found in Eugene, Lane Community College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 16% of students attending Lane Community College will receive grant aid from the school. 59% of students decide to stay at Lane Community College after......Read more Total Enrollment 6,507 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,238 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
425	Bowie State University	6353	75	770 – 980	16117	43877	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bowie State University Bowie, MD Part of the University System of Maryland, Bowie State University is one of the oldest HBCUs in the United States. It’s somewhat selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Total Enrollment 6,353 Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 770 – 980 Avg. Net Price $16,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
426	Western Illinois University	6332	71.18	880 – 1,120	12168	43057	#426 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Found in Macomb, Western Illinois University accepts 71% of applicants. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 53% of students attending Western Illinois University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Western Illinois University, there is a 61% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,332 10.5% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
427	Jackson State University	6326	48.23	910 – 1,020	19892	30530	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Jackson State University Jackson, MS Found in Jackson, Jackson State University’s acceptance rate is 48% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 71% of students at Jackson State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 24% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 6,326 Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $19,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,530
428	Tennessee State University	6310	70.18	890 – 1,070	9231	34160	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tennessee State University Nashville, TN Found in Nashville, Tennessee State University accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 64% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,310 Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
429	Spokane Community College	6286	76.05	--	6773	59213	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Total Enrollment 6,286 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,773 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
430	Mt Hood Community College	6271	0	--	6667	36246	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Total Enrollment 6,271 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
431	Salem State University	6239	95.57	1,020 – 1,180	19324	48209	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Salem State University Salem, MA Salem State University is a public university located just 30 minutes from Boston. Offering 73 degree programs, the most popular are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....Read more Total Enrollment 6,239 Acceptance Rate 95.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
432	Everett Community College	6211	91.77	--	13184	39316	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Everett Community College Everett, WA Found in Everett, Everett Community College’s acceptance rate is 92%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Everett Community College, there is a 46% first year retention rate and around 0%......Read more Total Enrollment 6,211 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
433	Nicholls State University	6180	96.02	970 – 1,180	11029	38829	#433 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 54% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,180 Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
434	CUNY York College	6174	64.1	870 – 1,050	5631	46148	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY York College Jamaica, NY Found in Jamaica, CUNY York College accepts 64% of applicants and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 60% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,174 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 870 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $5,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
435	Rhode Island College	6158	91.82	870 – 1,120	11549	46882	#435 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rhode Island College Providence, RI Rhode Island College opened in 1854, making it the second oldest higher education institution in the state (behind Brown University). RIC is a public school with a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Total Enrollment 6,158 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $11,549 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
436	SUNY Buffalo State University	6138	74.4	990 – 1,250	13735	40877	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY Located in Buffalo, SUNY Buffalo State University’s acceptance rate is 74% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,138 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
437	Crafton Hills College	6097	0	--	13513	35077	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA Total Enrollment 6,097 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
438	Winona State University	6074	68.48	1,010 – 1,220	18919	51288	#438 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Total Enrollment 6,074 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
439	McNeese State University	6060	67.55	960 – 1,180	11393	38713	#439 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Based in Lake Charles, McNeese State University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 40% of students attending McNeese State University will receive institutional grant aid. At McNeese State University, there is a 71% first year retention rate and around 23% of students will earn a......Read more Total Enrollment 6,060 Acceptance Rate 67.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
440	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	6058	90.6	1,040 – 1,280	10013	62979	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Total Enrollment 6,058 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $10,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
441	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	6045	91.98	1,010 – 1,270	13837	37382	#441 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt Arcata, CA Located in Arcata, California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s acceptance rate is 92% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 46% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 6,045 Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $13,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
442	Norfolk State University	6045	87.46	860 – 1,100	12272	33412	#442 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Based in Norfolk, Norfolk State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students decide to stay at Norfolk State University after completing......Read more Total Enrollment 6,045 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $12,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,412
443	Washburn University	6033	100	1,010 – 1,180	12894	42881	#443 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,033 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
444	Edmonds College	6028	91.77	--	14049	41063	#444 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Found in Lynnwood, Edmonds College accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 21% of students at Edmonds College will receive institutional grant aid. At Edmonds College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and......Read more Total Enrollment 6,028 Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
445	Metropolitan State University	6005	96.46	890 – 1,140	18233	54828	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 5% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 73% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,005 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
446	Sonoma State University	5990	94.73	1,010 – 1,180	15113	52179	#446 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 5,990 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
447	Ramapo College of New Jersey	5981	70.64	1,120 – 1,310	17348	53872	#447 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah, NJ Based in Mahwah, Ramapo College of New Jersey’s acceptance rate is 71%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 5,981 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,348 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
448	University of West Alabama	5945	87.11	930 – 1,110	14781	37106	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 64% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 5,945 Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
449	Fitchburg State University	5892	86.93	1,070 – 1,230	15820	41999	#449 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Located in Fitchburg, Fitchburg State University accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 73% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 5,892 Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,820 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
450	University of Nebraska at Kearney	5882	89.49	970 – 1,210	16249	43241	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Total Enrollment 5,882 Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
451	Paradise Valley Community College	5880	95.15	--	14322	41597	#451 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, Paradise Valley Community College accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 33% of students at Paradise Valley Community College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,880 Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
452	Clayton State University	5842	70.56	880 – 1,070	9397	41633	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 71% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 10% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 5,842 Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $9,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
453	New Jersey City University	5833	89.18	890 – 1,140	12157	45918	#453 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges New Jersey City University Jersey City, NJ Based in Jersey City, New Jersey City University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,833 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
454	Delaware State University	5828	61.67	880 – 1,090	15555	37503	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Delaware State University Dover, DE Delaware State University charges $35 for undergraduate applications. The most popular area of study at DSU is Social Work. The DSU Hornets compete in NCAA Division I-FCS Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference and wear red and Columbia blue. Total Enrollment 5,828 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $15,555 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
455	Rutgers University-Camden	5776	77.75	1,030 – 1,280	18735	61263	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 90% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Total Enrollment 5,776 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
456	Pittsburg State University	5774	87.27	930 – 1,180	19357	43793	#456 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Total Enrollment 5,774 Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
457	Worcester State University	5772	87.99	1,050 – 1,230	14307	50233	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Worcester State University Worcester, MA Based in Worcester, Worcester State University’s acceptance rate is 88% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 51% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued studying at Worcester State University after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 5,772 Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,307 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
458	Tacoma Community College	5771	76.05	--	10648	38790	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, Tacoma Community College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 13% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At Tacoma Community College, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 0% of......Read more Total Enrollment 5,771 Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
459	College of Central Florida	5747	0	--	11173	33267	#459 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Central Florida Ocala, FL Total Enrollment 5,747 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,267
460	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	5734	91.66	860 – 1,080	6683	33619	#460 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 38% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is a......Read more Total Enrollment 5,734 Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,683 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
461	California State University-Channel Islands	5688	93.06	870 – 1,080	10931	46785	#461 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges 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 Total Enrollment 5,688 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
462	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	5636	85.96	1,000 – 1,180	15318	44290	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg, PA East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). It opened in 1893 and would undergo several name changes before landing on its current name in 1983. Many students study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Total Enrollment 5,636 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,318 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
463	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	5604	80.34	970 – 1,150	8064	40734	#463 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 71% and its four year graduation rate is 16%. Many students attending this school......Read more Total Enrollment 5,604 Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $8,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
464	The University of Texas Permian Basin	5585	93.07	910 – 1,130	10143	50020	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 83% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,585 Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
465	Alvin Community College	5512	0	--	5121	38693	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Total Enrollment 5,512 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
466	Snow College	5506	0	--	7258	34587	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Snow College Ephraim, UT Total Enrollment 5,506 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
467	Southern Oregon University	5506	90.07	1,040 – 1,210	17433	39326	#467 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 90%. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 69%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,506 Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
468	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	5506	81.47	970 – 1,140	10387	35925	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR Based in Fort Smith, the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,506 Acceptance Rate 81.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,387 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
469	Northeastern Illinois University	5504	51.69	850 – 1,310	14669	43801	#469 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 52% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 82% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 61% first year retention rate......Read more Total Enrollment 5,504 Acceptance Rate 51.7% SAT Score 850 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
470	Colorado Mountain College	5494	75.38	--	6071	36307	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Based in Glenwood Springs, Colorado Mountain College’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 35% of students at Colorado Mountain College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 5,494 Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
471	University of Florida-Online	5462	64.38	1,270 – 1,400	10412	56398	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 64% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 24% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 94%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,462 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $10,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
472	Weatherford College	5440	54.05	--	8264	36014	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Total Enrollment 5,440 Acceptance Rate 54.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
473	Olympic College	5413	88.21	--	11105	34510	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Olympic College Bremerton, WA Total Enrollment 5,413 Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,105 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
474	SUNY Oneonta	5337	69.59	1,110 – 1,270	17918	49723	#474 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges SUNY Oneonta Oneonta, NY Based in Oneonta, SUNY Oneonta accepted 70% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 77% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around......Read more Total Enrollment 5,337 Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $17,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
475	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	5330	92.63	930 – 1,120	8081	37284	#475 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 59% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 5,330 Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
476	Midwestern State University	5324	93.47	950 – 1,160	11798	46637	#476 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 93%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 5,324 4.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 950 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $11,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
477	Oregon Institute of Technology	5302	95.02	990 – 1,280	17274	68301	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,302 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,274 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
478	Trinity Valley Community College	5300	96.53	--	4327	59213	#478 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Total Enrollment 5,300 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
479	South Seattle College	5295	64.99	--	8596	43070	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges South Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,295 Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
480	Auburn University at Montgomery	5219	61.69	980 – 1,190	15458	38216	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 97% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 5,219 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
481	Midland College	5219	57.65	--	6396	38470	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Midland College Midland, TX Total Enrollment 5,219 Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
482	Eastern Arizona College	5213	100	--	10313	33246	#482 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Arizona College Thatcher, AZ Total Enrollment 5,213 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,246
483	Seattle Central College	5210	64.99	--	8093	39072	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,210 Acceptance Rate 65.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,093 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
484	Virginia State University	5190	89.1	800 – 1,050	16184	33630	#484 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Virginia State University Petersburg, VA Virginia State University was the first public 4-year school for African-Americans in the United States, having been founded in 1882. During the last admissions cycle, 15% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Total Enrollment 5,190 Acceptance Rate 89.1% SAT Score 800 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $16,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
485	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	5186	100	890 – 1,140	14761	42896	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 85% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,186 7.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
486	Northwest Florida State College	5160	72.67	--	6339	33606	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northwest Florida State College Niceville, FL Total Enrollment 5,160 Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,339 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,606
487	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	5140	85.55	990 – 1,210	23344	45010	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA Based in Shippensburg, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate is 86% and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,140 Acceptance Rate 85.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,344 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
488	Vermont State University	5136	83.23	860 – 1,060	21253	41340	#488 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Vermont State University Randolph, VT Located in Randolph, Vermont State University’s acceptance rate is 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $45 to apply. Approximately 94% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $8,937 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,136 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $21,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,340
489	College of the Mainland	5127	0	--	3442	59213	#489 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Total Enrollment 5,127 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
490	Highline College	5126	75.96	--	13467	42323	#490 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Highline College Des Moines, WA Based in Des Moines, Highline College’s acceptance rate is 76%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 15% of students at Highline College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,126 Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
491	GateWay Community College	5123	60.36	--	13317	42262	#491 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Located in Phoenix, GateWay Community College accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of students attending GateWay Community College currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 5,123 Acceptance Rate 60.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,317 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
492	Grambling State University	5114	23.68	860 – 1,050	19092	25589	#492 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 24% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 32% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,114 Acceptance Rate 23.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $19,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
493	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	5113	77.82	1,010 – 1,210	15242	46524	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI University of Wisconsin, River Falls, opened as the River Falls State Normal School in 1874. In 1971, it joined the state university system. The oldest building on campus, South Hall, dates back to 1898 and is named on the National Register of Historic Places. Total Enrollment 5,113 Acceptance Rate 77.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
494	Lake-Sumter State College	5064	97.42	--	6242	33193	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lake-Sumter State College Leesburg, FL Total Enrollment 5,064 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,193
495	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	5048	28.16	--	0	89371	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 5,048 Acceptance Rate 28.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,371
496	North Seattle College	5017	75.96	--	10864	46383	#496 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,017 Acceptance Rate 76.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
497	Jackson College	4975	75.85	--	8361	31956	#497 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Jackson College Jackson, MI Based in Jackson, Jackson College’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . About 35% of students at Jackson College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 4,975 Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,956
498	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	4965	82.52	960 – 1,180	11290	62979	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Total Enrollment 4,965 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,290 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
499	Gulf Coast State College	4959	24.03	--	6525	33651	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Gulf Coast State College Panama City, FL Total Enrollment 4,959 Acceptance Rate 24.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,651
500	Georgia Highlands College	4955	11.1	830 – 1,010	6779	37516	#500 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Highlands College Rome, GA Found in Rome, Georgia Highlands College accepts 11% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 6% of students at Georgia Highlands College will receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia Highlands College, there is a 67% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years......Read more Total Enrollment 4,955 Acceptance Rate 11.1% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $6,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,516