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	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	79818	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#1 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 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Total Enrollment 79,818 0.3% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
2	Texas A&M University-College Station	78321	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#2 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 53% 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 2.2% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
3	Lone Star College System	73077	0	--	11686	32889	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Total Enrollment 73,077 2.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,889
4	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	72994	66.69	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Based in Scottsdale, Arizona State University Digital Immersion accepts 67% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona State University Digital Immersion currently receive grant aid from the school. At Arizona State University Digital Immersion,......Read more Total Enrollment 72,994 10.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
5	Dallas College	69749	0	--	3177	35493	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Dallas College Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 69,749 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,493
6	University of Central Florida	69713	40.11	1,210 – 1,350	13351	47137	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Central Florida Orlando, FL Found in Orlando, the University of Central Florida accepts 40% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 42% of students attending the University of Central Florida will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 69,713 0.7% Acceptance Rate 40.1% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,351 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,137
7	University of Maryland Global Campus	63012	0	--	19241	58051	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, MD Total Enrollment 63,012 4.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,051
8	Ohio State University-Main Campus	61443	60.57	1,310 – 1,450	19783	51438	#8 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 2.3% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $19,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,438
9	University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	59238	42.37	1,330 – 1,520	13973	64802	#9 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 72% of students will graduate in 4 years. The most popular major is Computer Science. Illinois's motto is "Learning & Labor." Total Enrollment 59,238 4.7% Acceptance Rate 42.4% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $13,973 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,802
10	Miami Dade College	58941	0	--	5766	33107	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Miami Dade College Miami, FL Total Enrollment 58,941 50.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,107
11	Purdue University-Main Campus	58658	49.87	1,220 – 1,490	13722	60838	#11 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 58,658 10.9% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $13,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,838
12	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	56997	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#12 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 56,997 2.5% Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
13	University of Minnesota Twin Cities	56666	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	17209	57984	#13 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 3.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
14	University of Arizona	56365	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#14 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 56,365 6.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
15	University of Florida	56311	24.2	1,330 – 1,480	11936	56398	#15 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 2.7% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $11,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
16	Florida International University	54723	54.66	1,080 – 1,270	11178	47768	#16 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 60% of students at Florida International University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 54,723 1.4% Acceptance Rate 54.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,178 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,768
17	The University of Texas at Austin	53864	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#17 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 1.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
18	Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus	53363	14.07	1,370 – 1,530	15918	89432	#18 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 11.3% Acceptance Rate 14.1% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $15,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,432
19	Houston Community College	53253	0	--	5734	31319	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Houston Community College Houston, TX Total Enrollment 53,253 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
20	University of Michigan-Ann Arbor	52855	15.64	1,370 – 1,530	17574	73762	#20 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 1.5% Acceptance Rate 15.6% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $17,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,762
21	Rutgers University-New Brunswick	52269	58.15	1,310 – 1,500	20522	61263	#21 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 52,269 3.3% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
22	Michigan State University	52089	84.8	1,190 – 1,370	23657	55084	#22 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 86% of students at Michigan State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 52,089 1.5% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $23,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,084
23	University of Wisconsin-Madison	51044	45.2	1,360 – 1,480	14235	61275	#23 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 51,044 2.9% Acceptance Rate 45.2% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $14,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,275
24	Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus	50737	60.56	1,250 – 1,430	27889	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 34% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 93% and around 69% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 50,737 0.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $27,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
25	University of South Florida	49622	43.19	1,150 – 1,330	11579	48328	#25 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 59% of students attending the University of South Florida currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 49,622 2.2% Acceptance Rate 43.2% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $11,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,328
26	Indiana University-Bloomington	48424	78.21	1,200 – 1,420	17270	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 1.9% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,417
27	University of Houston	47980	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 47,980 2.8% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
28	Kennesaw State University	47764	69.19	1,010 – 1,230	15636	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 6% of students at Kennesaw State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 47,764 6.0% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,863
29	Valencia College	47425	0	--	11111	32638	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Valencia College Orlando, FL Total Enrollment 47,425 11.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,638
30	University of California-Los Angeles	47335	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#30 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 47,335 1.4% Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
31	University of North Texas	46864	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#31 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 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Total Enrollment 46,864 1.4% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
32	Utah Valley University	46807	0	--	8721	46825	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Utah Valley University Orem, UT Total Enrollment 46,807 4.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,721 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,825
33	University of California-Berkeley	45882	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#33 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 97% first year retention rate, 82% go on to graduate within four years, 94% within six. Total Enrollment 45,882 0.4% Acceptance Rate 11.0% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,538 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,919
34	Purdue University Global	45588	0	--	7770	32973	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Purdue University Global West Lafayette, IN Total Enrollment 45,588 2.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,973
35	University of Cincinnati-Main Campus	45026	85.29	1,180 – 1,350	24696	48310	#35 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 67% of students attending the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 45,026 3.8% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
36	The University of Texas at Arlington	44956	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#36 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 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 44,956 2.2% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
37	University of California-San Diego	44256	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#37 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 4.4% Acceptance Rate 26.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
38	Florida State University	43889	24.22	1,300 – 1,420	15815	49814	#38 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 43,889 1.5% Acceptance Rate 24.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $15,815 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,814
39	California State University-Fullerton	43662	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#39 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 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 43,662 4.1% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $7,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,558
40	University of Georgia	43146	37.7	1,300 – 1,490	16662	57565	#40 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 43,146 3.7% Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $16,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,565
41	California State University-Long Beach	42003	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#41 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 46% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 42,003 4.3% Acceptance Rate 46.3% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $10,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,062
42	University of Maryland-College Park	41725	44.79	1,410 – 1,540	16581	67785	#42 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 2.2% Acceptance Rate 44.8% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $16,581 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,785
43	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College	41705	73.33	1,180 – 1,370	21430	49218	#43 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 76% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural &......Read more Total Enrollment 41,705 5.8% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $21,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,218
44	San Diego State University	41137	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#44 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 27% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 41,137 4.8% Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,620
45	The University of Alabama	40846	76.65	1,180 – 1,400	22559	52233	#45 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 76% 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 3.1% Acceptance Rate 76.7% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,559 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,233
46	Texas Tech University	40757	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#46 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 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
47	Texas State University	40674	89.32	990 – 1,210	15716	46716	#47 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 40,674 5.0% Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
48	University of California-Davis	40065	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#48 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 0.9% Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
49	George Mason University	39766	87.48	1,170 – 1,370	18823	60536	#49 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 45% of students at George Mason University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 39,766 0.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $18,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,536
50	Austin Community College District	39727	0	--	5466	38647	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Austin Community College District Austin, TX Total Enrollment 39,727 11.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
51	Collin County Community College District	39548	0	--	6970	38984	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Total Enrollment 39,548 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
52	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	38857	54.78	1,290 – 1,450	24912	67377	#52 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 1.5% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $24,912 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,377
53	University of Colorado Boulder	38799	78.08	1,270 – 1,440	26231	54939	#53 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 38,799 3.5% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $26,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,939
54	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville	38728	41.6	1,210 – 1,400	21648	47782	#54 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 $50 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 88% of students at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 38,728 6.7% Acceptance Rate 41.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,782
55	University of South Carolina-Columbia	38532	60.15	1,200 – 1,390	24488	50621	#55 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 67% 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 5.3% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $24,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,621
56	North Carolina State University	38464	41.74	1,310 – 1,450	15522	57623	#56 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 94% first year retention rate....Read more Total Enrollment 38,464 3.1% Acceptance Rate 41.7% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $15,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,623
57	California State University-Northridge	38313	93.45	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA Located in Northridge, California State University-Northridge accepts 93% of applicants and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at California State University-Northridge will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 38,313 1.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $7,536 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,372
58	San Jose State University	37661	84.61	1,010 – 1,240	13892	62448	#58 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 37% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 37,661 4.4% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,892 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,448
59	University of California-Irvine	37297	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#59 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 37,297 2.0% Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
60	Oregon State University	37163	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#60 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 89% of students at Oregon State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 37,163 4.3% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $22,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
61	University of Utah	36894	85.98	1,130 – 1,350	16583	55239	#61 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 4.6% Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $16,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,239
62	The University of Texas at San Antonio	35770	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#62 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 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Total Enrollment 35,770 2.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
63	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus	35724	58.08	1,300 – 1,460	25223	54240	#63 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 35,724 3.5% Acceptance Rate 58.1% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $25,223 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,240
64	Georgia State University	34944	55.44	960 – 1,200	16854	37844	#64 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 $60 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 28% of students attending Georgia State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 34% of......Read more Total Enrollment 34,944 0.1% Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $16,854 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,844
65	University of Kentucky	34709	92.94	1,080 – 1,310	21958	47266	#65 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 87% of students attending the University of Kentucky will receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 87% and around 52% of students will graduate in four years or......Read more Total Enrollment 34,709 6.1% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,266
66	Auburn University	34145	45.92	1,250 – 1,400	25242	54629	#66 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 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 34,145 3.4% Acceptance Rate 45.9% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $25,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,629
67	Colorado State University-Fort Collins	34096	88.54	1,100 – 1,310	21011	49748	#67 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 34,096 1.8% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,748
68	University of Illinois Chicago	33906	77.35	1,150 – 1,360	10852	53218	#68 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 70% 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 40% of......Read more Total Enrollment 33,906 1.1% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $10,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,218
69	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	33881	94.19	870 – 1,090	5282	35812	#69 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 55% 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 6.1% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
70	University of Arkansas	33610	74.3	1,070 – 1,290	18408	49686	#70 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 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 86%....Read more Total Enrollment 33,610 4.6% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,686
71	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	32911	96.17	980 – 1,220	11553	42865	#71 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 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 32,911 5.8% Acceptance Rate 96.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,865
72	Weber State University	32701	0	--	11333	47061	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Weber State University Ogden, UT Total Enrollment 32,701 7.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,061
73	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill	32438	15.34	1,350 – 1,520	10154	57057	#73 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 32,438 0.6% Acceptance Rate 15.3% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $10,154 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,057
74	California State University-Sacramento	31943	93.99	930 – 1,140	10110	51074	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Based in Sacramento, California State University-Sacramento accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $70 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State......Read more Total Enrollment 31,943 2.5% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $10,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,074
75	University at Buffalo	31903	74.18	1,220 – 1,390	20529	53742	#75 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 71% of students attending the University at Buffalo currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 31,903 0.0% Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $20,529 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,742
76	San Jacinto Community College	31812	0	--	12397	35337	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Total Enrollment 31,812 1.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,337
77	University of Massachusetts-Amherst	31726	59.73	1,320 – 1,500	22948	60347	#77 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. 83% graduate in six years. Total Enrollment 31,726 0.3% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $22,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,347
78	Florida Atlantic University	31607	66.13	1,050 – 1,210	10225	45647	#78 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 2.7% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $10,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,647
79	University of Missouri-Columbia	31543	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	52756	#79 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 31,543 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
80	University of North Carolina at Charlotte	31091	79.6	1,110 – 1,320	15045	48812	#80 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 2.6% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,812
81	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	30851	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#81 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 30,851 5.9% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
82	University of Iowa	30779	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	52696	#82 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 $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 30,779 2.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
83	Bakersfield College	30746	0	--	16637	29867	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Total Enrollment 30,746 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
84	Broward College	30728	0	--	14343	33772	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Broward College Fort Lauderdale, FL Total Enrollment 30,728 5.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,343 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,772
85	Iowa State University	30380	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	53873	#85 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, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 30,380 0.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
86	The University of Texas at Dallas	29886	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	57249	#86 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 3.2% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
87	University of Kansas	29792	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	51217	#87 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 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Total Enrollment 29,792 4.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
88	Temple University	29640	80.41	1,030 – 1,240	28088	50860	#88 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 84% of students at Temple University will receive grant aid from the school. At Temple University, there is a 83% first year retention rate and 62% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 29,640 1.9% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $28,088 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,860
89	Clemson University	29077	38.34	1,270 – 1,420	25003	58311	#89 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 1.1% Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $25,003 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,311
90	Utah State University	28904	92.47	1,050 – 1,310	15788	44822	#90 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 73% of students at Utah State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 28,904 3.0% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,788 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,822
91	Northern Arizona University	28467	89.61	990 – 1,190	16371	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. 98% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,702 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Total Enrollment 28,467 1.0% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
92	Virginia Commonwealth University	28464	92.62	1,020 – 1,280	26836	47161	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Based in Richmond, Virginia Commonwealth University accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 81% of students at Virginia Commonwealth University currently receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Total Enrollment 28,464 0.8% Acceptance Rate 92.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,836 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,161
93	College of Southern Nevada	28313	0	--	7205	31822	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Total Enrollment 28,313 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
94	University of Connecticut	28306	52.39	1,230 – 1,450	25310	63322	#94 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 $25,310 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,322
95	Columbus State Community College	28081	0	--	8108	36895	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Columbus State Community College Columbus, OH Total Enrollment 28,081 5.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,108 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,895
96	Fresno City College	28071	0	--	9618	30049	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fresno City College Fresno, CA Total Enrollment 28,071 11.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
97	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	27636	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	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 75% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 46% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 27,636 2.9% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,466
98	South Texas College	27431	0	--	1844	28239	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges South Texas College McAllen, TX Total Enrollment 27,431 3.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
99	Georgia Southern University	27423	87.89	990 – 1,140	15971	44423	#99 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 30% of students attending Georgia Southern University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 27,423 5.3% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,971 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,423
100	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	27278	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#100 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 27,278 4.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
101	Santa Ana College	27248	0	--	5894	36845	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Total Enrollment 27,248 4.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
102	Boise State University	27198	87.21	1,050 – 1,220	21583	45251	#102 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 27,198 2.0% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,583 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,251
103	East Carolina University	26940	89.21	1,080 – 1,240	13755	46420	#103 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 52% of students attending East Carolina University currently receive institutional grant aid. At East Carolina University, there is a 83% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 26,940 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,420
104	Stony Brook University	26689	49.04	1,340 – 1,500	20992	59492	#104 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 $50 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students at Stony Brook University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 26,689 3.2% Acceptance Rate 49.0% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $20,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,492
105	University of Mississippi	26449	96.58	1,060 – 1,310	15045	45336	#105 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 $70 for undergraduate applications. About 68% of students at the University of Mississippi currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 26,449 10.0% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $15,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,336
106	University of Virginia-Main Campus	26409	16.81	1,420 – 1,540	18427	72359	#106 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 26,409 1.9% Acceptance Rate 16.8% SAT Score 1,420 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $18,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,359
107	University of California-Riverside	26384	76.39	1,090 – 1,310	14562	48593	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of California-Riverside Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, the University of California-Riverside accepts 76% of applicants. They request $80 for undergraduate applications and $135 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at the University of California-Riverside will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of California-Riverside,......Read more Total Enrollment 26,384 0.2% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $14,562 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,593
108	Kent State University at Kent	26374	86.34	990 – 1,220	21278	40179	#108 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 1.0% Acceptance Rate 86.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,179
109	Ohio University-Main Campus	26323	84.99	1,110 – 1,310	21907	48991	#109 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 26,323 5.6% Acceptance Rate 85.0% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,991
110	University of California-Santa Barbara	26133	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#110 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 0.2% Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
111	Palm Beach State College	25916	0	--	9577	33729	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Palm Beach State College Lake Worth, FL Total Enrollment 25,916 6.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,729
112	Washington State University	25685	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#112 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 $90 for graduate applications. About 72% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Washington State University, there is a 78% first year retention rate and 41% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 25,685 3.0% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,510
113	The University of Texas at El Paso	25039	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#113 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 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Total Enrollment 25,039 2.8% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
114	California State University-Fresno	24427	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#114 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 95% and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At California State University-Fresno, there is a 82% first year retention rate and a 21% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 24,427 1.8% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,012
115	University of Delaware	24412	70.6	1,210 – 1,380	19139	58846	#115 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 16 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 24,412 0.8% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $19,139 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,846
116	University of Oregon	24404	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	24605	46084	#116 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 79% 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 2.6% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,084
117	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	24393	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	47692	#117 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 1.7% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
118	Missouri State University-Springfield	24360	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17181	40553	#118 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 $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 24,360 4.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
119	St Petersburg College	23936	0	--	2333	36498	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges St Petersburg College St. Petersburg, FL Total Enrollment 23,936 2.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,498
120	Wayne State University	23803	81.16	1,070 – 1,280	14416	45207	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Wayne State University Detroit, MI Located in Detroit, Wayne State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. About 96% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and......Read more Total Enrollment 23,803 1.1% Acceptance Rate 81.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,207
121	Old Dominion University	23743	90.36	1,120 – 1,290	16419	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 68% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 23,743 5.3% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,732
122	West Virginia University	23643	89	1,020 – 1,230	15169	45181	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Based in Morgantown, West Virginia University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 91% of students attending West Virginia University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 23,643 2.3% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,181
123	Florida State College at Jacksonville	23556	0	--	2727	36362	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL Total Enrollment 23,556 14.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,362
124	Santa Monica College	23453	0	--	5685	31977	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Total Enrollment 23,453 1.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,977
125	Montclair State University	23375	87.89	910 – 1,210	17669	47944	#125 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 59% of students attending Montclair State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 23,375 3.6% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,944
126	California State University-Los Angeles	23163	91.25	870 – 1,060	4460	45702	#126 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 79% of students attending California State University-Los Angeles currently receive institutional grant aid. At California State University-Los......Read more Total Enrollment 23,163 7.6% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $4,460 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,702
127	Mississippi State University	23150	77.64	1,090 – 1,350	18478	43487	#127 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 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 23,150 2.2% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $18,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,487
128	University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus	23124	74.68	1,000 – 1,240	14831	52475	#128 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 79% 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 $14,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,475
129	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	23124	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#129 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 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% 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 23,124 1.9% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
130	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	23069	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#130 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 23,069 2.6% Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
131	University of Louisville	23065	79.41	1,020 – 1,280	19785	46571	#131 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 91% 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 4.2% Acceptance Rate 79.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,571
132	University of Nevada-Reno	23024	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	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 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Nevada-Reno, there is a 80% first year retention rate and around 41% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Total Enrollment 23,024 5.7% Acceptance Rate 73.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,226 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,182
133	James Madison University	22740	71.52	1,180 – 1,340	18856	57438	#133 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 27% of students at James Madison University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 92% and 66% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 22,740 0.1% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,856 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,438
134	San Francisco State University	22563	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#134 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 54% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 22,563 5.6% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,650
135	CUNY Hunter College	22538	53.8	1,100 – 1,420	4431	50414	#135 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 69% of students at CUNY Hunter College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 22,538 1.5% Acceptance Rate 53.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,414
136	Indiana University-Indianapolis	22534	76.37	1,040 – 1,260	12228	47173	#136 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 72% of students at Indiana University-Indianapolis will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 22,534 11.6% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $12,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,173
137	University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee	22450	90.68	970 – 1,210	16263	45851	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI Found in Milwaukee, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee accepts 91% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 22,450 0.1% Acceptance Rate 90.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,851
138	Grand Valley State University	22011	83.02	960 – 1,210	17198	47840	#138 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 $30 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 76% of students continued their studies at Grand......Read more Total Enrollment 22,011 1.2% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,198 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,840
139	Front Range Community College	21970	0	--	12014	40548	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Total Enrollment 21,970 4.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,548
140	Appalachian State University	21570	90.14	1,100 – 1,280	14978	43663	#140 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 44% of students at Appalachian State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 21,570 1.5% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,978 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,663
141	Illinois State University	21546	88.15	1,010 – 1,230	21369	50599	#141 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 51% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 21,546 2.7% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,599
142	Hillsborough Community College	21483	0	--	3333	34101	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Hillsborough Community College Tampa, FL Total Enrollment 21,483 7.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,333 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,101
143	Ball State University	21089	85.5	1,080 – 1,260	13599	44394	#143 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 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 21,089 3.2% Acceptance Rate 85.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,394
144	Sam Houston State University	21039	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#144 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 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 21,039 1.7% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
145	Rowan University	21026	77.66	1,120 – 1,320	23761	50705	#145 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 88% 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 37% of students will earn a degree within......Read more Total Enrollment 21,026 6.9% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,705
146	University of Alabama at Birmingham	20905	88.18	1,150 – 1,380	17997	46572	#146 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 76% 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 $17,997 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,572
147	Middle Tennessee State University	20488	69.09	1,040 – 1,240	13859	39941	#147 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 53% 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 $13,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,941
148	Kansas State University	20295	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	49330	#148 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 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 20,295 2.8% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
149	University of Memphis	20276	72.03	970 – 1,180	12756	40921	#149 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 6.7% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,921
150	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College	20081	47.52	1,100 – 1,400	4326	61542	#150 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 48% 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 20,081 1.9% Acceptance Rate 47.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $4,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,542
151	Northwest Vista College	20060	0	--	5813	35741	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northwest Vista College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 20,060 6.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,813 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,741
152	University of Hawaii at Manoa	20028	86.6	970 – 1,240	17202	45701	#152 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 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Hawaii at Manoa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Total Enrollment 20,028 4.0% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,202 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,701
153	Portland State University	19951	90.87	970 – 1,220	10195	46937	#153 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 60% 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 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,937
154	University of California-Santa Cruz	19938	65.79	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#154 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 49% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 88% of students decide to stay at the University of California-Santa Cruz after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 19,938 0.9% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $18,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,716
155	San Antonio College	19901	0	--	5183	34318	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 19,901 4.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,318
156	Vincennes University	19795	0	--	12895	35834	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Vincennes University Vincennes, IN Total Enrollment 19,795 7.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,834
157	Sinclair Community College	19415	0	--	5821	33821	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH Total Enrollment 19,415 11.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,821
158	Towson University	19401	81.97	960 – 1,240	16653	54302	#158 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 64% of students attending Towson University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 19,401 0.6% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,302
159	University of North Georgia	19291	67.94	990 – 1,210	11157	43085	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA Based in Dahlonega, the University of North Georgia’s acceptance rate is 68% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 19% of students attending the University of North Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 19,291 6.7% Acceptance Rate 67.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
160	San Diego Mesa College	19212	0	--	10316	35773	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 19,212 0.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,773
161	University of North Carolina Wilmington	18848	64.24	1,200 – 1,340	18976	46972	#161 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 54% of students attending the University of North Carolina Wilmington currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 18,848 4.8% Acceptance Rate 64.2% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,972
162	Rio Salado College	18841	0	--	8733	42314	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Total Enrollment 18,841 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
163	Miami University-Oxford	18838	75.4	1,220 – 1,380	28229	49773	#163 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 1.2% Acceptance Rate 75.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $28,229 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,773
164	Binghamton University	18816	38.61	1,350 – 1,490	18877	61621	#164 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 2.0% Acceptance Rate 38.6% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $18,877 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,621
165	California State University-San Bernardino	18492	93.74	900 – 1,080	5231	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 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. Approximately 65% of students at California State University-San Bernardino will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 18,492 2.3% Acceptance Rate 93.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $5,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,149
166	Metropolitan State University of Denver	18453	98.8	890 – 1,140	14584	45391	#166 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 unknown for undergraduate applications. About 38% of students attending Metropolitan State University of Denver will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 18,453 4.9% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,391
167	Modesto Junior College	18258	0	--	5605	34568	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Total Enrollment 18,258 6.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,568
168	University of North Carolina at Greensboro	18012	88.51	1,120 – 1,300	11404	39869	#168 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 83% of students attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro will receive institutional grant aid. At the......Read more Total Enrollment 18,012 1.5% Acceptance Rate 88.5% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $11,404 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,869
169	Lamar University	17772	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#169 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 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 17,772 1.7% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
170	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus	17594	80.96	1,010 – 1,240	24283	41281	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH Found in Bowling Green, Bowling Green State University-Main Campus accepts 81% of applicants and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% of students attending Bowling Green State University-Main Campus currently receive grant aid from the school. At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, there......Read more Total Enrollment 17,594 3.3% Acceptance Rate 81.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,283 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,281
171	University at Albany	17560	69.1	1,120 – 1,330	17949	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 95% 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 58% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 17,560 4.0% Acceptance Rate 69.1% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,949 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,380
172	Rio Hondo College	17441	0	--	16449	35115	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Total Enrollment 17,441 1.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,115
173	Tarleton State University	17433	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 17,433 9.4% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
174	St Philip's College	17299	0	--	4884	35018	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges St Philip's College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 17,299 21.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,018
175	University of Rhode Island	17210	72.16	1,020 – 1,280	24118	57446	#175 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 96% of students at the University of Rhode Island will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 17,210 0.8% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,446
176	West Chester University of Pennsylvania	17171	78.4	1,110 – 1,280	22546	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 0.6% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $22,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,013
177	Montana State University	17135	82.14	1,080 – 1,290	20142	44757	#177 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 17,135 1.0% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $20,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,757
178	Mesa Community College	17077	0	--	12951	38702	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ Total Enrollment 17,077 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,951 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,702
179	Western Michigan University	16744	84.6	1,000 – 1,230	17331	45356	#179 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 16,744 0.3% Acceptance Rate 84.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,331 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,356
180	Wichita State University	16689	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 16,689 0.3% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
181	Florida Gulf Coast University	16612	63.44	1,040 – 1,210	12863	45029	#181 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 63% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $30 to apply. About 46% of students attending Florida Gulf Coast University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 16,612 2.8% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,029
182	University of Massachusetts-Lowell	16598	83.04	1,190 – 1,380	16530	61467	#182 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 79% 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 16,598 1.0% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $16,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,467
183	Western Kentucky University	16291	93.87	870 – 1,070	12548	38156	#183 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 91% 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 2.8% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $12,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,156
184	California State University-San Marcos	16237	95.1	950 – 1,130	10241	48673	#184 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 46% of students at California State University-San Marcos currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 16,237 5.2% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,241 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,673
185	University of North Florida	16154	53.24	1,050 – 1,250	11135	46546	#185 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 61% 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 1.8% Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $11,135 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
186	Los Angeles Valley College	15999	0	--	13550	33987	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Total Enrollment 15,999 1.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
187	CUNY Queens College	15965	64.35	1,010 – 1,290	5728	48548	#187 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 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,965 3.1% Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $5,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,548
188	Cypress College	15924	0	--	7253	35285	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Cypress College Cypress, CA Total Enrollment 15,924 13.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
189	Oakland University	15768	87.84	1,030 – 1,230	12208	49017	#189 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 1.0% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $12,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,017
190	Arkansas State University	15726	82.26	970 – 1,180	12410	38944	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas State University accepts 82% of applicants. They request $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% 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 12.1% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,944
191	Eastern Kentucky University	15673	77.61	1,010 – 1,210	12279	38611	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Based in Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University’s acceptance rate is 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 83% of students at Eastern Kentucky University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,673 4.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,279 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,611
192	University of Louisiana at Lafayette	15665	87.01	1,140 – 1,310	13017	42668	#192 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 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 62% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,665 2.1% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $13,017 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,668
193	Saint Louis Community College	15649	0	--	9181	30242	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Total Enrollment 15,649 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
194	University of Massachusetts-Boston	15575	83.78	1,080 – 1,300	17768	53521	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston, MA Found in Boston, the University of Massachusetts-Boston accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,575 1.5% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $17,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,521
195	CUNY City College	15544	60.02	1,070 – 1,430	4664	46435	#195 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 69% of students attending CUNY City College currently receive institutional grant aid. At CUNY City College, there......Read more Total Enrollment 15,544 3.5% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $4,664 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,435
196	Southern Utah University	15444	81.79	1,040 – 1,240	11840	41147	#196 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 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,444 2.7% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,147
197	Indian River State College	15429	0	--	4427	33822	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Indian River State College Fort Pierce, FL Total Enrollment 15,429 2.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,822
198	Northern Illinois University	15414	69.79	960 – 1,180	14243	46113	#198 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 15,414 0.6% Acceptance Rate 69.8% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,113
199	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	15408	88.97	890 – 1,130	10719	32960	#199 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 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $7,305 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,408 4.3% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
200	Seminole State College of Florida	15390	0	--	8448	35589	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Seminole State College of Florida Sanford, FL Total Enrollment 15,390 9.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,589
201	Texas Woman's University	15361	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#201 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 $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,361 1.9% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
202	Northern Kentucky University	15347	67.65	970 – 1,210	9211	42105	#202 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 68%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,347 2.6% Acceptance Rate 67.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $9,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,105
203	Minnesota State University, Mankato	15271	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 15,271 3.8% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
204	California State University-Chico	15257	92.72	970 – 1,180	14630	50493	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges California State University-Chico Chico, CA Found in Chico, California State University-Chico accepts 93% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 41% of students at California State University-Chico currently receive institutional grant aid. They are given $5,880 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,257 5.1% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,493
205	California State University-Dominguez Hills	15182	93.3	780 – 960	9175	46827	#205 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 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 15,182 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 780 – 960 Avg. Net Price $9,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,827
206	University of North Dakota	15019	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#206 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 80% 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 6.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
207	Arapahoe Community College	15012	0	--	10332	43676	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Arapahoe Community College Littleton, CO Total Enrollment 15,012 7.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,676
208	University of Nebraska at Omaha	14972	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#208 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 $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,972 0.3% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
209	University of West Florida	14822	58.24	1,040 – 1,260	10092	42204	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of West Florida Pensacola, FL Found in Pensacola, the University of West Florida accepts 58% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of students at the University of West Florida currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,822 3.1% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $10,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,204
210	University of Missouri-St Louis	14736	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#210 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 unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,736 0.4% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
211	University of Missouri-Kansas City	14732	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#211 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 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,732 3.6% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
212	Western Washington University	14710	93.25	1,160 – 1,400	24338	45272	#212 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 90% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,710 0.4% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $24,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,272
213	Moorpark College	14583	0	--	2727	37374	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Total Enrollment 14,583 3.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
214	Central Michigan University	14488	89.82	980 – 1,210	17575	46567	#214 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 93% of students. Total Enrollment 14,488 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,567
215	CUNY New York City College of Technology	14486	80.29	900 – 1,140	5794	39982	#215 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 80%. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . About 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 65% and 9% of students will graduate in four years. The three most......Read more Total Enrollment 14,486 5.2% Acceptance Rate 80.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $5,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,982
216	University of Vermont	14476	65.3	1,320 – 1,440	20084	48164	#216 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 $55 to apply. Approximately 93% of students attending the University of Vermont currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,476 1.1% Acceptance Rate 65.3% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $20,084 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,164
217	Southeastern Louisiana University	14426	99.31	970 – 1,180	13116	37124	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA Found in Hammond, Southeastern Louisiana University accepts 99% of applicants and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 80% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,426 4.1% Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,124
218	CUNY Brooklyn College	14390	58.36	950 – 1,340	4512	45035	#218 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 76% of students at CUNY Brooklyn College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,390 3.3% Acceptance Rate 58.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $4,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,035
219	University of Toledo	14358	92.02	1,130 – 1,330	17844	44162	#219 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 78% 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 3.9% Acceptance Rate 92.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,162
220	University of West Georgia	14337	51.61	950 – 1,130	12913	41000	#220 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 48% of students at the University of West Georgia currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,337 12.6% Acceptance Rate 51.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,000
221	North Carolina A & T State University	14311	49.9	980 – 1,170	10097	36638	#221 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 14,311 3.1% Acceptance Rate 49.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $10,097 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,638
222	Florida SouthWestern State College	14301	0	--	8356	37028	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers, FL Total Enrollment 14,301 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,356 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,028
223	Cleveland State University	14074	91.3	930 – 1,210	16230	44625	#223 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 unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 70% of students attending Cleveland State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,074 0.3% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,230 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,625
224	Eastern Florida State College	14053	0	--	6738	32437	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Florida State College Melbourne, FL Total Enrollment 14,053 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,437
225	University of South Alabama	14003	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	16074	41307	#225 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 $35 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 93% 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 1.7% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,074 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,307
226	Glendale Community College	13914	0	--	12607	37269	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Total Enrollment 13,914 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
227	University of Maryland-Baltimore County	13906	72.43	1,240 – 1,420	18770	55137	#227 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 87% of students at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 13,906 1.7% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $18,770 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,137
228	Kean University	13905	75.9	930 – 1,150	12708	46603	#228 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 64% of students attending Kean University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 13,905 4.1% Acceptance Rate 75.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,708 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,603
229	Pennsylvania State University-World Campus	13774	91.15	1,120 – 1,350	19314	55620	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Based in University Park, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $65 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 57% of students at Pennsylvania State University-World Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Pennsylvania State......Read more Total Enrollment 13,774 1.5% Acceptance Rate 91.2% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $19,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,620
230	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice	13763	57.11	930 – 1,220	4082	50293	#230 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 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 69% of students at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 13,763 1.9% Acceptance Rate 57.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $4,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,293
231	University of Houston-Downtown	13730	89.96	940 – 1,110	10832	49120	#231 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 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 13,730 2.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
232	East Tennessee State University	13728	86.19	1,010 – 1,240	16286	38704	#232 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 86% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at East Tennessee State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 13,728 1.0% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,704
233	Troy University	13658	96.04	970 – 1,210	12842	39392	#233 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 64% of students at Troy University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and 24% of students will graduate in......Read more Total Enrollment 13,658 1.9% Acceptance Rate 96.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,842 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,392
234	Madison Area Technical College	13641	0	--	13284	40928	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI Total Enrollment 13,641 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,928
235	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus	13554	88.16	1,110 – 1,340	24999	53671	#235 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 $65 for undergraduate applications. About 96% 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 13,554 0.5% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $24,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,671
236	Antelope Valley Community College District	13532	0	--	6110	28110	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Total Enrollment 13,532 4.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
237	Delaware Technical Community College-Terry	13337	0	--	11195	35336	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Delaware Technical Community College-Terry Dover, DE Total Enrollment 13,337 0.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,336
238	University of Akron Main Campus	13332	59.67	930 – 1,210	14693	42269	#238 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 92% 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 27% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 13,332 1.4% Acceptance Rate 59.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,693 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,269
239	CUNY Lehman College	13324	56.58	850 – 1,150	3961	51067	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Lehman College Bronx, NY Located in Bronx, CUNY Lehman College accepted 57% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $65 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 73% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 13,324 3.3% Acceptance Rate 56.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $3,961 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,067
240	East Texas A&M University	13252	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#240 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 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 13,252 10.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
241	New Jersey Institute of Technology	13247	65.07	1,220 – 1,470	17313	69591	#241 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 73% 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 48%. Three......Read more Total Enrollment 13,247 1.8% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $17,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,591
242	University of Southern Mississippi	13170	99.12	1,040 – 1,340	15095	37710	#242 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 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 13,170 0.5% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $15,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,710
243	Utah Tech University	13167	0	--	17598	37959	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Utah Tech University Saint George, UT Total Enrollment 13,167 4.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,598 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,959
244	Idaho State University	13061	0	--	12174	41377	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Idaho State University Pocatello, ID Total Enrollment 13,061 3.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,174 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,377
245	University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh	12953	86.5	970 – 1,210	12500	50140	#245 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 86% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 29% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students continued their studies at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 12,953 5.9% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,500 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,140
246	Foothill College	12949	0	--	10805	48920	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Total Enrollment 12,949 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
247	Fort Hays State University	12878	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 12,878 0.3% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
248	University of Central Missouri	12857	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#248 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Total Enrollment 12,857 0.5% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
249	Daytona State College	12820	0	--	5945	32933	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Daytona State College Daytona Beach, FL Total Enrollment 12,820 8.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,933
250	Santa Fe College	12758	0	--	11903	34919	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Santa Fe College Gainesville, FL Total Enrollment 12,758 0.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,919
251	Eastern Michigan University	12631	79.64	930 – 1,180	15742	43148	#251 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 12,631 5.2% Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,148
252	Pikes Peak State College	12556	0	--	5609	35799	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs, CO Total Enrollment 12,556 1.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,609 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,799
253	University of Central Oklahoma	12554	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#253 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 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Total Enrollment 12,554 3.3% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
254	Bellevue College	12485	0	--	13932	47460	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Total Enrollment 12,485 8.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
255	Tallahassee State College	12455	0	--	8209	31904	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tallahassee State College Tallahassee, FL Total Enrollment 12,455 6.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,904
256	Palo Alto College	12395	0	--	4805	33233	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Palo Alto College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 12,395 13.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,233
257	California State University-East Bay	12326	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#257 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 60% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 76% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 12,326 7.6% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $9,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,546
258	University of Idaho	12286	75.53	1,000 – 1,240	15111	42602	#258 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 3.7% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,602
259	Georgia Gwinnett College	12230	95.5	940 – 1,170	15225	36756	#259 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 5% of students attending Georgia Gwinnett College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 12,230 2.7% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,756
260	Youngstown State University	12204	84.45	1,010 – 1,220	12757	37590	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Found in Youngstown, Youngstown State University’s acceptance rate is 84%. Undergraduates have to send in $45 to apply. Approximately 79% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Youngstown State University, there is a 76% first year retention rate and a 28% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 12,204 10.5% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,757 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,590
261	South Dakota State University	12056	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	49564	#261 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, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Total Enrollment 12,056 4.9% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
262	University of Maine	12029	96.64	1,080 – 1,340	18061	43124	#262 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 97% of students at the University of Maine will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 83% and......Read more Total Enrollment 12,029 2.3% Acceptance Rate 96.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,061 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,124
263	Greenville Technical College	11999	0	--	9015	35240	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Greenville Technical College Greenville, SC Total Enrollment 11,999 12.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,240
264	Marshall University	11958	95.73	960 – 1,170	8076	39561	#264 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 unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 86% of students at Marshall University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,958 8.4% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $8,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,561
265	North Dakota State University	11952	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	54312	#265 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 72% 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 $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
266	College of Charleston	11926	60.03	1,170 – 1,340	21004	43821	#266 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 84% of students attending the College of Charleston will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 11,926 1.7% Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,821
267	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	11893	97.5	980 – 1,220	17115	46384	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville received 10,000 applications during the last admissions cycle. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....Read more Total Enrollment 11,893 1.3% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $17,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,384
268	Tyler Junior College	11885	0	--	9292	33789	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Total Enrollment 11,885 0.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
269	Louisiana Tech University	11873	86.4	1,090 – 1,290	12325	44903	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana Tech University Ruston, LA Found in Ruston, Louisiana Tech University’s acceptance rate is 86% and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% 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 11,873 3.9% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,325 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,903
270	Southern Illinois University-Carbondale	11790	86.88	920 – 1,170	13473	43087	#270 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 81% of students attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale will receive institutional grant aid. 67% of students continued studying at Southern Illinois......Read more Total Enrollment 11,790 3.8% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $13,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,087
271	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga	11775	81.09	1,040 – 1,240	15347	42209	#271 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 81% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 58% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 11,775 3.5% Acceptance Rate 81.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,209
272	University of Wisconsin-Whitewater	11746	85.72	930 – 1,180	12709	47909	#272 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 10,200 applications and accepted 8,700. 110 acres of the 400 acre-campus makes up the Nature Preserve with woodlands, prairie, and wetlands. Total Enrollment 11,746 2.0% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,909
273	Western Carolina University	11686	81.83	1,030 – 1,230	13767	43085	#273 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 78% of students attending Western Carolina University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,686 0.5% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $13,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,085
274	Angelo State University	11542	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#274 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 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,542 2.6% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
275	MiraCosta College	11478	0	--	9044	37965	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Total Enrollment 11,478 2.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
276	Henry Ford College	11410	0	--	1064	28100	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Henry Ford College Dearborn, MI Total Enrollment 11,410 1.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,100
277	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	0	--	8042	32525	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 11,380 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
278	University of Colorado Colorado Springs	11354	97.35	1,020 – 1,230	16942	45766	#278 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 73% of students at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs currently receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 11,354 0.2% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $16,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,766
279	Coastal Carolina University	11348	75.27	1,060 – 1,230	14379	38070	#279 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 66% 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 4.8% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,379 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,070
280	Rutgers University-Newark	11315	71.36	1,040 – 1,280	18276	61263	#280 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Located in Newark, Rutgers University-Newark accepts 71% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $70 to apply. About 47% of students attending Rutgers University-Newark will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 11,315 4.7% Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
281	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras	11312	54.59	1,030 – 1,300	8350	22417	#281 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 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. Approximately 28% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,312 1.6% Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $8,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $22,417
282	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	11266	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#282 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 57% 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 3.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
283	University of Wisconsin-Green Bay	11174	88.59	970 – 1,180	11429	46546	#283 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 89% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 34% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will receive institutional grant aid. 66% of students continued studying at the......Read more Total Enrollment 11,174 8.2% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,429 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,546
284	Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania	11092	93.09	990 – 1,190	16111	44053	#284 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania Bloomsburg, PA Located in Bloomsburg, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania accepts 93% of applicants and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students attending Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 78% and its four......Read more Total Enrollment 11,092 0.0% Acceptance Rate 93.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,053
285	College of Staten Island CUNY	11033	92.34	890 – 1,250	6525	36931	#285 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 57% of students attending the College of Staten Island CUNY currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 11,033 2.8% Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $6,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,931
286	Laredo College	11029	0	--	5363	27435	#286 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Laredo College Laredo, TX Total Enrollment 11,029 8.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
287	Augusta University	10900	86.41	970 – 1,160	13976	45037	#287 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Augusta University Augusta, GA Found in Augusta, Augusta University’s acceptance rate is 86% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 15% of students attending Augusta University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,900 10.5% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,976 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,037
288	Truckee Meadows Community College	10885	0	--	9745	38186	#288 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Total Enrollment 10,885 8.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,186
289	Pennsylvania Western University	10834	94.33	940 – 1,150	18094	38474	#289 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 81% of students attending Pennsylvania Western University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 10,834 4.2% Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,474
290	University of Wyoming	10813	96.88	1,070 – 1,290	14872	48360	#290 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 0.9% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,872 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,360
291	Central Washington University	10811	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#291 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 74% of students attending Central Washington University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 10,811 22.9% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $19,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,398
292	The University of Montana	10811	95.86	1,140 – 1,310	17370	35729	#292 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 4.7% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,370 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,729
293	Louisiana State University-Shreveport	10749	50.55	980 – 1,190	7287	38467	#293 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA Based in Shreveport, Louisiana State University-Shreveport accepts 51% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 64% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,749 10.4% Acceptance Rate 50.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $7,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,467
294	Morgan State University	10739	82.23	850 – 1,080	15476	40065	#294 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 9.5% Acceptance Rate 82.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $15,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,065
295	Saint Cloud State University	10732	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#295 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 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,732 2.1% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
296	Los Angeles Mission College	10690	0	--	15357	34437	#296 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Total Enrollment 10,690 2.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
297	Phoenix College	10660	0	--	12661	36674	#297 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Phoenix College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 10,660 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,661 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,674
298	University of South Dakota	10619	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#298 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 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 10,619 7.6% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
299	University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez	10618	56.52	1,110 – 1,360	18035	32706	#299 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 57% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 26% of students attending the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,618 0.9% Acceptance Rate 56.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $18,035 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,706
300	Wright State University-Main Campus	10603	96.33	930 – 1,220	15254	42229	#300 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 87% 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 7.3% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,254 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,229
301	Tennessee Technological University	10511	76.13	1,040 – 1,290	15336	43759	#301 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Located in Cookeville, Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate is 76%. 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 10,511 3.9% Acceptance Rate 76.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $15,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,759
302	University of Alaska Anchorage	10493	66.52	890 – 1,090	16039	42313	#302 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 67%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 55% of students at the University of Alaska Anchorage will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,493 2.8% Acceptance Rate 66.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $16,039 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,313
303	Eastern Washington University	10492	90.75	890 – 1,100	14767	46469	#303 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Found in Cheney, Eastern Washington University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Eastern Washington University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,492 2.3% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,469
304	Stephen F Austin State University	10472	93.99	970 – 1,180	14959	43144	#304 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 94%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72%......Read more Total Enrollment 10,472 3.8% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
305	Empire State University	10469	80.53	--	11659	50167	#305 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY Located in Saratoga Springs, Empire State University accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 58% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Empire State University, there is a 66% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 10,469 9.7% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,659 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,167
306	University of Wisconsin-La Crosse	10446	75.5	1,110 – 1,280	14712	49626	#306 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 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $25 to apply. Approximately 37% of students attending the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 10,446 1.4% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $14,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,626
307	Austin Peay State University	10439	96.41	970 – 1,180	9882	38779	#307 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 80% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,439 5.0% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $9,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,779
308	California State University-Bakersfield	10419	93.85	810 – 1,040	6489	44282	#308 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 94% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students attending California State University-Bakersfield will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 10,419 6.5% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 810 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $6,489 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,282
309	The University of Texas at Tyler	10362	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#309 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 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,362 7.1% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
310	Polk State College	10318	0	--	10011	35602	#310 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Polk State College Winter Haven, FL Total Enrollment 10,318 29.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,011 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,602
311	Valdosta State University	10262	72.29	920 – 1,110	11144	39416	#311 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 10,262 1.1% Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 920 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,416
312	Colorado State University Global	10257	98.4	890 – 970	16510	65131	#312 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 $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 10% of students attending Colorado State University Global currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first......Read more Total Enrollment 10,257 7.9% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $16,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,131
313	Del Mar College	10256	0	--	3593	32526	#313 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Total Enrollment 10,256 5.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,526
314	University of North Alabama	10204	87.31	1,040 – 1,240	11745	38295	#314 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of North Alabama Florence, AL Based in Florence, the University of North Alabama accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 90% of students at the University of North Alabama will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,204 1.4% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $11,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,295
315	College of Southern Idaho	10176	0	--	7576	35642	#315 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID Total Enrollment 10,176 16.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,642
316	University of Central Arkansas	10112	89.49	1,010 – 1,210	16546	36670	#316 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 $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,112 3.3% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,670
317	University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire	10049	82.34	1,110 – 1,280	15151	50011	#317 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Based in Eau Claire, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s acceptance rate is 82%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $2,149 on average. The first year retention rate is 82%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,049 0.6% Acceptance Rate 82.3% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,011
318	Farmingdale State College	10039	63.29	1,040 – 1,250	9655	55901	#318 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 5.2% Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $9,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,901
319	Murray State University	10020	85.68	1,000 – 1,230	10182	38473	#319 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 96% of students at Murray State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 10,020 1.8% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $10,182 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,473
320	Central Connecticut State University	9997	73.33	960 – 1,190	17528	49016	#320 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 2.9% Acceptance Rate 73.3% SAT Score 960 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,016
321	Odessa College	9981	0	--	7371	34867	#321 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Odessa College Odessa, TX Total Enrollment 9,981 14.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
322	Ferris State University	9959	91.39	900 – 1,130	10825	47339	#322 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Located in Big Rapids, Ferris State University accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 95% 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 0.4% Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,825 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,339
323	Jacksonville State University	9955	77.69	940 – 1,200	14221	40158	#323 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 100% of students at Jacksonville State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Jacksonville State University, there is a 65% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 9,955 2.9% Acceptance Rate 77.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,158
324	William Paterson University of New Jersey	9942	90.08	990 – 1,350	13509	44928	#324 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 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students at William Paterson University of New Jersey currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 9,942 5.5% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score 990 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,509 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,928
325	Prairie View A & M University	9922	79.31	870 – 1,080	14448	36350	#325 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 79% 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 students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 9,922 4.3% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
326	William & Mary	9818	34.07	1,410 – 1,530	19686	62959	#326 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 0.6% Acceptance Rate 34.1% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $19,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,959
327	Colorado Mesa University	9785	82.03	940 – 1,170	15590	39223	#327 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Located in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 57% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 9,785 8.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $15,590 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,223
328	Bridgewater State University	9727	87.81	1,080 – 1,280	15646	46673	#328 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Found in Bridgewater, Bridgewater State University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $4,872 on average. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 9,727 1.9% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,646 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,673
329	California State University-Stanislaus	9724	98.14	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#329 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 63% of students attending California State University-Stanislaus currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 9,724 1.2% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $7,433 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,793
330	Cincinnati State Technical and Community College	9683	0	--	4572	35314	#330 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati, OH Total Enrollment 9,683 11.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,314
331	Skyline College	9572	0	--	6639	41261	#331 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Skyline College San Bruno, CA Total Enrollment 9,572 1.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,261
332	CUNY Graduate School and University Center	9536	68.49	--	0	68616	#332 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY Total Enrollment 9,536 4.6% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,616
333	Southeast Missouri State University	9501	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	38150	#333 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 9,501 1.9% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
334	Pensacola State College	9491	0	--	5376	32495	#334 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pensacola State College Pensacola, FL Total Enrollment 9,491 11.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,495
335	University of Southern Indiana	9488	95.81	1,040 – 1,250	14722	42323	#335 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 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 9,488 2.2% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $14,722 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
336	University of Cincinnati-Clermont College	9479	90.13	--	13264	55193	#336 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia, OH Total Enrollment 9,479 13.9% Acceptance Rate 90.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,193
337	Pasco-Hernando State College	9410	0	--	6064	34724	#337 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pasco-Hernando State College New Port Richey, FL Total Enrollment 9,410 0.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,064 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
338	Southern Connecticut State University	9377	91.47	910 – 1,100	19827	45422	#338 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 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 59% of students attending Southern Connecticut State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 9,377 6.3% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,422
339	Lorain County Community College	9350	0	--	4126	33660	#339 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH Total Enrollment 9,350 0.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,660
340	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	9313	20.56	1,040 – 1,180	13819	36153	#340 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 0.5% Acceptance Rate 20.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,153
341	Solano Community College	9282	0	--	7102	35071	#341 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Total Enrollment 9,282 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,071
342	University of Northern Iowa	9278	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#342 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 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Total Enrollment 9,278 2.9% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
343	West Los Angeles College	9255	0	--	11164	32538	#343 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Total Enrollment 9,255 0.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,538
344	University of Minnesota Duluth	9253	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#344 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 $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Total Enrollment 9,253 1.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
345	Northwest Missouri State University	9152	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#345 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 . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 9,152 5.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
346	University of California-Merced	9110	90.53	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#346 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of California-Merced Merced, CA Located in Merced, the University of California-Merced accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $80 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 84% of students at the University of California-Merced currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 9,110 0.4% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $13,690 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,475
347	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus	9073	90.77	980 – 1,190	17626	42278	#347 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 96% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 9,073 1.9% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $17,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,278
348	Shasta College	9073	0	--	7289	32486	#348 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Shasta College Redding, CA Total Enrollment 9,073 12.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
349	Purdue University Northwest	9051	72.36	890 – 1,150	7916	48439	#349 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 74% 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 9,051 4.3% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $7,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,439
350	West Texas A & M University	9045	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#350 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 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Total Enrollment 9,045 0.1% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
351	University of Massachusetts Global	8996	92.86	--	30523	55438	#351 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 31% of students at the University of Massachusetts Global will receive......Read more Total Enrollment 8,996 0.8% Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
352	Texas A&M International University	8991	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	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 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% 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 78%....Read more Total Enrollment 8,991 5.3% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
353	University of Northern Colorado	8869	85.85	970 – 1,200	19376	43756	#353 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.” 93% of UNC students receive institutional grant aid—$5,393 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 2.2% Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $19,376 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,756
354	Morehead State University	8791	77.21	1,040 – 1,240	9630	37131	#354 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students at Morehead State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and......Read more Total Enrollment 8,791 2.0% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,131
355	State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota	8750	0	--	22034	35254	#355 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State College of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota Bradenton, FL Total Enrollment 8,750 4.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,034 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,254
356	Arkansas Tech University	8746	95.89	930 – 1,140	12626	37638	#356 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 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued......Read more Total Enrollment 8,746 7.8% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,638
357	Texas Southern University	8704	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#357 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Total Enrollment 8,704 2.8% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
358	Stockton University	8631	88.94	1,040 – 1,230	20761	48223	#358 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 1.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,223
359	University of Louisiana at Monroe	8601	84.75	1,000 – 1,210	13648	40430	#359 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 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. Approximately 80% of students attending the University of Louisiana at Monroe currently receive institutional......Read more Total Enrollment 8,601 4.0% Acceptance Rate 84.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $13,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,430
360	Schoolcraft Community College District	8587	0	--	5782	34749	#360 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia, MI Total Enrollment 8,587 13.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,749
361	North Carolina Central University	8579	86.96	1,010 – 1,110	14475	35967	#361 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. 87% receive grant aid, $11,999 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 7.7% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $14,475 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,967
362	University of Alabama in Huntsville	8564	68.57	1,190 – 1,410	19396	55610	#362 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 $30 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 8,564 2.0% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $19,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,610
363	Aims Community College	8542	0	--	8384	39696	#363 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Aims Community College Greeley, CO Total Enrollment 8,542 13.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,384 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,696
364	Northwestern State University of Louisiana	8523	92.54	970 – 1,180	13134	39485	#364 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 93% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,523 3.7% Acceptance Rate 92.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,485
365	Eastern Illinois University	8505	65.35	880 – 1,090	13787	42694	#365 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 91% of students at Eastern Illinois University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,505 3.4% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 880 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,694
366	Red Rocks Community College	8419	0	--	8478	41495	#366 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Red Rocks Community College Lakewood, CO Total Enrollment 8,419 14.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,478 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,495
367	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	8376	71.47	980 – 1,200	18252	45398	#367 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 64% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,376 0.3% Acceptance Rate 71.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $18,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,398
368	Middle Georgia State University	8363	99.68	940 – 1,190	11883	39624	#368 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 13% of students attending Middle Georgia State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 8,363 4.1% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $11,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,624
369	Southern University and A & M College	8279	35.12	840 – 1,020	18353	33033	#369 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 35% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 16% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,279 0.4% Acceptance Rate 35.1% SAT Score 840 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $18,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,033
370	University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point	8233	91.8	1,040 – 1,240	14883	43371	#370 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 92% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 75% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,233 1.5% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,371
371	University of Arkansas at Little Rock	8216	58.78	940 – 1,190	12033	40040	#371 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 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $40 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 76% of students attending the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 8,216 0.7% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,040
372	Southwest Minnesota State University	8214	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#372 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 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Total Enrollment 8,214 12.2% Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
373	Fashion Institute of Technology	8206	60.24	--	16340	50102	#373 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 13% of students at Fashion Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 8,206 1.2% Acceptance Rate 60.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,102
374	The College of New Jersey	8141	62.29	1,150 – 1,350	25580	62649	#374 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 6.4% Acceptance Rate 62.3% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,580 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,649
375	Pierce College District	8137	0	--	11340	39406	#375 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Total Enrollment 8,137 9.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
376	University of Houston-Clear Lake	8137	90.52	980 – 1,160	14059	52098	#376 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 91% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,137 0.9% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
377	University of Michigan-Dearborn	8104	55.61	1,000 – 1,260	11521	50389	#377 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 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 82% of students continued their studies at the University of......Read more Total Enrollment 8,104 0.9% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $11,521 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,389
378	Chemeketa Community College	8098	0	--	8163	35771	#378 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Total Enrollment 8,098 8.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
379	Colorado School of Mines	8044	60.69	1,330 – 1,480	29925	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 8,044 5.9% Acceptance Rate 60.7% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $29,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,950
380	University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth	7968	90.64	1,070 – 1,280	21094	51475	#380 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 94% 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 2.7% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $21,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,475
381	Green River College	7967	0	--	14405	43127	#381 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Green River College Auburn, WA Total Enrollment 7,967 8.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
382	Community College of Denver	7965	0	--	9991	36412	#382 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Community College of Denver Denver, CO Total Enrollment 7,965 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,991 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,412
383	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	7956	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#383 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 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Total Enrollment 7,956 4.9% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
384	Saint Johns River State College	7927	0	--	6712	35537	#384 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Saint Johns River State College Palatka, FL Total Enrollment 7,927 12.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,712 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,537
385	Columbus State University	7913	99.12	850 – 1,090	12420	39190	#385 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 7,913 4.0% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $12,420 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,190
386	State University of New York at New Paltz	7898	61.61	1,180 – 1,340	18051	45555	#386 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Located in New Paltz, State University of New York at New Paltz accepts 62% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At State University of New York at New Paltz, there is a 85% first......Read more Total Enrollment 7,898 6.4% Acceptance Rate 61.6% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,555
387	Indiana State University	7895	80.77	910 – 1,130	12066	41047	#387 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 $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 93% of students at Indiana State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,895 4.9% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,047
388	Radford University	7812	89.53	960 – 1,180	16749	44830	#388 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 88% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $5,062 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,812 3.7% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,830
389	University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College	7787	0	--	15882	48310	#389 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH Total Enrollment 7,787 8.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,882 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,310
390	Rose State College	7758	0	--	12036	33124	#390 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rose State College Midwest City, OK Total Enrollment 7,758 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,124
391	California State University-Monterey Bay	7713	97.4	960 – 1,160	14493	48648	#391 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 14.4% Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
392	University of North Carolina at Pembroke	7674	93.26	970 – 1,150	9723	37126	#392 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 59% of students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke currently receive grant aid from......Read more Total Enrollment 7,674 0.6% Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $9,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,126
393	University of Southern Maine	7604	79.23	1,030 – 1,260	14028	47107	#393 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 79%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 89% of students at the University of Southern Maine will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,604 1.0% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $14,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,107
394	Nevada State University	7549	86.82	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#394 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 7,549 3.7% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
395	Thomas Edison State University	7544	0	--	0	65570	#395 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Thomas Edison State University Trenton, NJ Total Enrollment 7,544 0.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,570
396	Columbia Basin College	7510	0	--	10656	38255	#396 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Total Enrollment 7,510 11.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
397	The University of Tennessee-Martin	7499	88.2	1,010 – 1,210	11955	38863	#397 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 84% of students attending The University of Tennessee-Martin currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,499 8.0% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $11,955 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,863
398	SUNY Brockport	7482	70.68	1,110 – 1,280	15725	47164	#398 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 83% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,482 7.9% Acceptance Rate 70.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,164
399	Kutztown University of Pennsylvania	7467	90.75	1,120 – 1,310	22134	43309	#399 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 0.7% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,134 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,309
400	Clark College	7463	0	--	13528	37411	#400 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Clark College Vancouver, WA Total Enrollment 7,463 4.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
401	Yavapai College	7428	0	--	8929	35028	#401 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Total Enrollment 7,428 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
402	Northern Michigan University	7409	84.02	990 – 1,210	15707	37996	#402 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 88% of students attending Northern Michigan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 7,409 2.9% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,707 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,996
403	Michigan Technological University	7403	92.43	1,150 – 1,370	16879	69672	#403 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 7,403 1.2% Acceptance Rate 92.4% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $16,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,672
404	Alabama A & M University	7295	57.95	810 – 1,020	17152	27851	#404 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Based in Normal, Alabama A & M University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Alabama A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,295 10.3% Acceptance Rate 58.0% SAT Score 810 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $17,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,851
405	Pueblo Community College	7284	0	--	13391	33368	#405 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pueblo Community College Pueblo, CO Total Enrollment 7,284 7.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,368
406	Purdue University Fort Wayne	7206	83.89	990 – 1,230	14735	42873	#406 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 88% of students attending Purdue University Fort Wayne will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 7,206 18.8% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,873
407	Missouri University of Science and Technology	7154	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#407 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 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 7,154 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
408	Fayetteville State University	7107	82.15	860 – 1,030	7811	37831	#408 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC Found in Fayetteville, Fayetteville State University accepted 82% 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 82.2% SAT Score 860 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $7,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,831
409	Georgia College & State University	7097	78.23	1,090 – 1,240	21632	50644	#409 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 $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 9% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia......Read more Total Enrollment 7,097 4.2% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,644
410	Scottsdale Community College	7065	0	--	14504	39059	#410 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale, AZ Total Enrollment 7,065 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,059
411	Salisbury University	7025	87.47	1,170 – 1,330	18760	51926	#411 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Salisbury University Salisbury, MD Found in Salisbury, Salisbury University accepts 87% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Salisbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Total Enrollment 7,025 0.1% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,926
412	Millersville University of Pennsylvania	6975	86.19	1,020 – 1,210	20551	44813	#412 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 67% of students at Millersville University of Pennsylvania currently receive grant aid from the school. 77% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 6,975 3.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,813
413	State University of New York at Cortland	6938	59.79	1,100 – 1,250	19847	46535	#413 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 50% 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 2.3% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $19,847 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,535
414	University of Wisconsin-Stout	6926	87.67	1,040 – 1,280	15673	50251	#414 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie, WI Found in Menomonie, the University of Wisconsin-Stout accepts 88% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 36% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Stout currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,926 0.4% Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,251
415	University of Alaska Fairbanks	6893	64.69	1,010 – 1,320	11278	40746	#415 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. 76% of attending students receive institutional grant aid, $6,369 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 6,893 3.8% Acceptance Rate 64.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,746
416	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	6864	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#416 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 $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% 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 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
417	Colorado State University Pueblo	6851	94.9	1,010 – 1,240	13079	43053	#417 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 95%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 83% of students at Colorado State University Pueblo will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,851 2.4% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,079 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,053
418	Saginaw Valley State University	6822	72.07	930 – 1,180	11546	43530	#418 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, $7,869 on average. Total Enrollment 6,822 1.0% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,546 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,530
419	University of West Alabama	6820	42.65	890 – 1,090	13954	37106	#419 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of West Alabama Livingston, AL Found in Livingston, the University of West Alabama accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 69% of students at the University of West Alabama currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 6,820 10.1% Acceptance Rate 42.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $13,954 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,106
420	Louisiana State University-Alexandria	6815	92.08	940 – 1,120	8296	37284	#420 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA Based in Alexandria, Louisiana State University-Alexandria accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and . About 48% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,815 27.9% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $8,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,284
421	Spokane Community College	6813	0	--	6132	37814	#421 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Total Enrollment 6,813 8.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,132 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,814
422	Lane Community College	6810	0	--	10989	33726	#422 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lane Community College Eugene, OR Total Enrollment 6,810 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
423	Albany State University	6768	73.02	780 – 930	11484	35579	#423 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 15% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,768 3.4% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 780 – 930 Avg. Net Price $11,484 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,579
424	Crafton Hills College	6768	0	--	15013	35077	#424 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA Total Enrollment 6,768 11.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
425	Northeastern State University	6751	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#425 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,751 4.4% Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
426	State University of New York at Oswego	6715	80.55	1,080 – 1,280	15853	46358	#426 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 85% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and......Read more Total Enrollment 6,715 0.6% Acceptance Rate 80.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $15,853 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,358
427	Everett Community College	6698	0	--	13630	39316	#427 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Everett Community College Everett, WA Total Enrollment 6,698 7.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
428	Metropolitan State University	6660	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	54828	#428 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,660 10.9% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
429	University of Maryland, Baltimore	6636	0	--	0	82754	#429 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Maryland, Baltimore Baltimore, MD Total Enrollment 6,636 0.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,754
430	Georgia Military College	6575	0	--	13321	32351	#430 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Military College Milledgeville, GA Total Enrollment 6,575 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,351
431	Navarro College	6557	0	--	11647	31865	#431 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Navarro College Corsicana, TX Total Enrollment 6,557 0.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,865
432	Edmonds College	6549	0	--	13804	41063	#432 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Total Enrollment 6,549 8.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
433	University of Michigan-Flint	6529	70.46	980 – 1,240	7852	45453	#433 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 unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 97% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,529 6.5% Acceptance Rate 70.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $7,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,453
434	Weatherford College	6520	0	--	9086	36014	#434 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Total Enrollment 6,520 19.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
435	University of New Orleans	6501	74.31	930 – 1,150	12258	38410	#435 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 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 60% 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 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,501 1.5% Acceptance Rate 74.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,410
436	Mt Hood Community College	6476	0	--	8900	36246	#436 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Total Enrollment 6,476 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
437	University of Wisconsin-Platteville	6389	89.38	1,080 – 1,310	16266	54825	#437 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Located in Platteville, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 72% of students at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 6,389 4.6% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $16,266 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,825
438	Bowie State University	6353	72.41	800 – 1,090	17287	43877	#438 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 fairly selective, and many undergraduates choose to study Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. Total Enrollment 6,353 0.9% Acceptance Rate 72.4% SAT Score 800 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $17,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,877
439	Western Illinois University	6332	71.18	910 – 1,120	14208	43057	#439 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 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $14,208 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,057
440	Jackson State University	6326	93.15	850 – 1,050	23450	30530	#440 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Jackson State University Jackson, MS Found in Jackson, Jackson State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 22% of students at Jackson State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 62% and around 21% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 6,326 3.6% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 850 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $23,450 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,530
441	Tennessee State University	6310	70.11	890 – 1,070	14586	34160	#441 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 28% of students attending Tennessee State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 33%....Read more Total Enrollment 6,310 23.0% Acceptance Rate 70.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,160
442	McNeese State University	6241	78.27	970 – 1,150	12430	38713	#442 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 78%. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 44% of students attending McNeese State University will receive institutional grant aid. At McNeese State University, there is a 68% first year retention rate and around 28% of students will earn a......Read more Total Enrollment 6,241 3.0% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $12,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,713
443	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	6237	98.2	970 – 1,200	14090	37382	#443 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 98% and requires $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 47% of students attending California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 6,237 1.3% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
444	Salem State University	6230	95.88	990 – 1,160	17541	48209	#444 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 6,230 0.1% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $17,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,209
445	Tacoma Community College	6199	0	--	9803	38790	#445 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Total Enrollment 6,199 7.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
446	SUNY Buffalo State University	6188	72.95	980 – 1,240	12023	40877	#446 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 73% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,188 4.4% Acceptance Rate 73.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $12,023 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,877
447	CUNY York College	6174	64.1	790 – 960	5131	46148	#447 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 0.2% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 790 – 960 Avg. Net Price $5,131 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,148
448	Clayton State University	6163	68.45	860 – 1,070	8192	41633	#448 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Clayton State University Morrow, GA Located in Morrow, Clayton State University accepts 68% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 18% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 6,163 5.5% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 860 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $8,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,633
449	Rhode Island College	6155	91.82	870 – 1,120	10346	46882	#449 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 15 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 23% yield. Many students study Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Total Enrollment 6,155 6.7% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $10,346 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,882
450	Paradise Valley Community College	6148	0	--	13296	41597	#450 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 6,148 4.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
451	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	6058	90.6	1,230 – 1,480	10777	62979	#451 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 4.3% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
452	Norfolk State University	6053	87.77	830 – 1,040	9124	33412	#452 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Based in Norfolk, Norfolk State University accepted 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 22% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. 73% of students decide to stay at Norfolk State University after completing......Read more Total Enrollment 6,053 0.1% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $9,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,412
453	Winona State University	6045	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#453 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 6,045 0.2% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
454	Nicholls State University	6043	90.8	1,010 – 1,190	12298	38829	#454 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Nicholls State University Thibodaux, LA Located in Thibodaux, Nicholls State University’s acceptance rate is 91%. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. Approximately 53% of students attending Nicholls State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,043 2.2% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $12,298 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,829
455	Washburn University	6033	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#455 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,033 6.5% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
456	Ramapo College of New Jersey	5981	70.64	1,130 – 1,310	17566	53872	#456 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 64% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Ramapo College of New Jersey, there is a 84% first year retention rate and 58% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 5,981 8.3% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $17,566 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,872
457	Trinity Valley Community College	5961	0	--	5015	32725	#457 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Total Enrollment 5,961 12.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,725
458	College of Central Florida	5928	0	--	11292	33267	#458 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of Central Florida Ocala, FL Total Enrollment 5,928 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,267
459	Fitchburg State University	5892	86.93	1,060 – 1,230	15340	41999	#459 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 unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Fitchburg State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Total Enrollment 5,892 6.4% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,999
460	Sonoma State University	5891	93.43	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#460 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 93% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,891 1.7% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 950 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,614 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,179
461	University of Nebraska at Kearney	5881	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#461 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 5,881 2.3% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
462	Alvin Community College	5872	0	--	9268	38693	#462 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Total Enrollment 5,872 0.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
463	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	5851	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	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 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Total Enrollment 5,851 1.3% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
464	Lake-Sumter State College	5810	0	--	6552	33193	#464 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Lake-Sumter State College Leesburg, FL Total Enrollment 5,810 14.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,552 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,193
465	Olympic College	5784	0	--	8157	34510	#465 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Olympic College Bremerton, WA Total Enrollment 5,784 6.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
466	Pittsburg State University	5755	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#466 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 5,755 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
467	Worcester State University	5745	87.99	1,030 – 1,290	12778	50233	#467 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 54% 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 5,745 2.4% Acceptance Rate 88.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $12,778 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,233
468	Northeastern Illinois University	5734	74.6	820 – 1,020	14140	43801	#468 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL Found in Chicago, Northeastern Illinois University accepts 75% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 78% of students attending Northeastern Illinois University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Northeastern Illinois University, there is a 52% first year retention rate......Read more Total Enrollment 5,734 4.2% Acceptance Rate 74.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $14,140 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,801
469	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	5725	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#469 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 unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Total Enrollment 5,725 6.3% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
470	Midland College	5690	0	--	5071	38470	#470 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Midland College Midland, TX Total Enrollment 5,690 9.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
471	Rutgers University-Camden	5675	66.29	1,050 – 1,290	19821	61263	#471 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Found in Camden, Rutgers University-Camden accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $70 to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending Rutgers University-Camden currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The......Read more Total Enrollment 5,675 1.7% Acceptance Rate 66.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,263
472	University of Florida-Online	5655	61.26	1,270 – 1,410	10965	56398	#472 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Florida-Online Gainesville, FL Based in Gainesville, the University of Florida-Online accepts 61% of applicants and requests $30 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 20% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 95%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,655 3.5% Acceptance Rate 61.3% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $10,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,398
473	University of Arkansas Grantham	5646	0	--	8369	26870	#473 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges University of Arkansas Grantham LIttle Rock, AR Total Enrollment 5,646 50.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,369 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,870
474	East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania	5633	92.05	1,010 – 1,180	18610	44290	#474 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 5,633 3.2% Acceptance Rate 92.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,610 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,290
475	Virginia State University	5605	88.63	840 – 1,070	17840	33630	#475 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, 14% of accepted students decided to attend. Two popular undergraduate majors include Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....Read more Total Enrollment 5,605 8.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 840 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $17,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,630
476	California State University-Channel Islands	5592	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#476 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 95% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 61% of students attending California State University-Channel Islands currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,592 1.7% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,785
477	Highline College	5592	0	--	11783	42323	#477 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Highline College Des Moines, WA Total Enrollment 5,592 9.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
478	The University of Texas Permian Basin	5585	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#478 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 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% 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 5.3% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
479	Snow College	5577	0	--	5626	34587	#479 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Snow College Ephraim, UT Total Enrollment 5,577 1.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,587
480	North Seattle College	5569	0	--	12462	46383	#480 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges North Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,569 11.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
481	GateWay Community College	5553	0	--	13821	42262	#481 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 5,553 8.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
482	University of Arkansas-Fort Smith	5496	80.46	970 – 1,140	11159	35925	#482 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 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,496 0.2% Acceptance Rate 80.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,925
483	Colorado Mountain College	5494	0	--	7631	36307	#483 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs, CO Total Enrollment 5,494 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,307
484	New Jersey City University	5429	98.38	890 – 1,140	16724	45918	#484 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 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 35% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,429 6.9% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,918
485	Gulf Coast State College	5426	0	--	7729	33651	#485 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Gulf Coast State College Panama City, FL Total Enrollment 5,426 9.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,729 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,651
486	Seattle Central College	5396	0	--	11187	39072	#486 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,396 3.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
487	Georgia Highlands College	5382	67.02	830 – 1,010	6838	37516	#487 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Georgia Highlands College Rome, GA Found in Rome, Georgia Highlands College accepts 67% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 7% of students at Georgia Highlands College will receive institutional grant aid. At Georgia Highlands College, there is a 59% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years......Read more Total Enrollment 5,382 8.6% Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 830 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $6,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,516
488	SUNY Oneonta	5337	69.6	1,140 – 1,330	18669	49723	#488 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 82% of students attending SUNY Oneonta currently receive grant aid from the school. At SUNY Oneonta, there is a 76% first year retention rate and around......Read more Total Enrollment 5,337 3.2% Acceptance Rate 69.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $18,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,723
489	Delaware State University	5327	46.58	820 – 1,040	13953	37503	#489 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 5,327 8.6% Acceptance Rate 46.6% SAT Score 820 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $13,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,503
490	Midwestern State University	5324	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#490 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 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 5,324 4.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
491	Oregon Institute of Technology	5299	95.02	990 – 1,280	16831	68301	#491 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 5,299 3.8% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
492	University of Wisconsin-River Falls	5243	81.72	1,010 – 1,240	14769	46524	#492 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 5,243 3.5% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,769 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,524
493	Auburn University at Montgomery	5217	91.57	980 – 1,190	13945	38216	#493 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Based in Montgomery, Auburn University at Montgomery accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Auburn University at Montgomery currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 5,217 0.5% Acceptance Rate 91.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $13,945 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,216
494	Eastern Arizona College	5213	0	--	9400	33246	#494 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Eastern Arizona College Thatcher, AZ Total Enrollment 5,213 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,246
495	South Seattle College	5210	0	--	8012	43070	#495 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges South Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,210 1.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,012 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
496	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	5186	100	930 – 1,140	14410	42896	#496 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 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,186 7.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
497	Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania	5161	86.5	890 – 1,310	23772	45010	#497 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 75% of students at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,161 0.4% Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $23,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,010
498	Grambling State University	5150	44.86	870 – 1,030	17018	25589	#498 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Grambling State University Grambling, LA Located in Grambling, Grambling State University’s acceptance rate is 45% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 43% of students attending Grambling State University will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 66%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,150 0.7% Acceptance Rate 44.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,030 Avg. Net Price $17,018 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,589
499	Dalton State College	5135	43.43	830 – 1,070	5625	37491	#499 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges Dalton State College Dalton, GA Based in Dalton, Dalton State College accepted 43% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $30 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 5% of students attending Dalton State College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 5,135 4.8% Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $5,625 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,491
500	College of the Mainland	5127	0	--	3252	36164	#500 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Public Colleges College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Total Enrollment 5,127 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,164