2026 College Rankings

Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West

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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	University of Washington-Seattle Campus	57067	39.15	1,230 – 1,460	11784	62979	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA As a large school, the University of Washington, Seattle has a 20 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Many freshmen come from Washington, Oregon, and California. 95% will stay on after their first year. Computer Science is a commonly pursued program. Total Enrollment 57,067 Acceptance Rate 39.2% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $11,784 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
2	University of California-Los Angeles	48656	8.97	1,320 – 1,540	14512	59063	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA The University of California, Los Angeles is the second-oldest branch of the state school system. Its motto is “fiat lux,” or “let there be light.” Famous alumni have included Sean Astin, Francis Ford Coppola, Michael Morhaime, Jim Morrison, and Troy Aikman. Total Enrollment 48,656 Acceptance Rate 9.0% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $14,512 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,063
3	University of Southern California	46645	9.81	1,450 – 1,550	43412	74461	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA The University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. The most popular area of study is currently Management Science. Just some notable alumni are LeVar Burton, Neil Armstrong, Will Ferrell, and George Lucas. Total Enrollment 46,645 1.1% Acceptance Rate 9.8% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,550 Avg. Net Price $43,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,461
4	University of California-Berkeley	46403	10.98	1,330 – 1,540	16538	74919	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 46,403 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
5	University of California-San Diego	44256	26.71	1,290 – 1,490	14047	65669	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA The southernmost campus of the University of California system, the San Diego campus is located close to the Pacific Ocean. The school offers over 160 undergraduate programs and nearly 20 organized research units. It also hosts the region’s only academic Health System. San Diego has a 94% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 44,256 Acceptance Rate 26.7% SAT Score 1,290 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $14,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,669
6	California State University-Fullerton	43662	90.52	1,000 – 1,180	7064	48558	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
7	University of the People	42867	0	--	1575	63721	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of the People Pasadena, CA Total Enrollment 42,867 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,575 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
8	University of California-Davis	40065	41.83	1,180 – 1,420	17270	58461	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of California-Davis Davis, CA The University of California – Davis is the seventh campus within the University of California system. It was originally an agricultural branch when founded in 1905, and was known as University Farm. Famous alumni have included the CEO of Chevron, John S....Read more Total Enrollment 40,065 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,270 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,461
9	California State University-Long Beach	39858	46.27	1,030 – 1,240	10607	50062	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 39,858 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
10	San Diego State University	39373	36.19	1,100 – 1,320	14704	52620	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 39,373 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
11	California State University-Northridge	37729	93.45	900 – 1,110	7536	44372	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 37,729 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
12	San Jose State University	37661	84.61	1,010 – 1,240	13892	62448	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
13	University of California-Irvine	37296	28.57	1,240 – 1,440	15889	56210	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA The University of California, Irvine offers over 85 undergraduate majors, with many choosing Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Big West Conference, over 50 Anteaters have competed in the Olympics and brought home more than 30 medals. Total Enrollment 37,296 Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,440 Avg. Net Price $15,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,210
14	Oregon State University	37163	77.3	1,160 – 1,400	22467	50843	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
15	University of Nevada-Las Vegas	32851	96.17	980 – 1,220	11553	42865	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 32,851 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
16	National University	31604	54.55	750 – 1,170	25043	64331	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West National University San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, National University’s acceptance rate is 55% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 63% of students attending National University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 31,604 Acceptance Rate 54.6% SAT Score 750 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $25,043 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,331
17	California State University-Sacramento	30883	93.99	930 – 1,140	10110	51074	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 30,883 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
18	Bakersfield College	30410	0	--	16637	29867	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA Total Enrollment 30,410 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,867
19	College of Southern Nevada	29081	0	--	7205	31822	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West College of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV Total Enrollment 29,081 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,822
20	California State Polytechnic University-Pomona	27196	75.17	1,010 – 1,260	11940	54466	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 27,196 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
21	University of California-Riverside	26384	76.39	1,090 – 1,310	14562	48593	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
22	University of California-Santa Barbara	26133	32.97	1,260 – 1,480	17658	56852	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Part of the University of California system and a Public Ivy, the Santa Barbara campus is located on the Campus Point State Marine Conservation Area. Econometrics and Quantitative Economics is the most commonly chosen area of study. An extremely selective school, it also has a first year retention rate of 93%. Total Enrollment 26,133 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $17,658 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,852
23	Santa Ana College	26073	0	--	5894	36845	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Santa Ana College Santa Ana, CA Total Enrollment 26,073 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,845
24	Washington State University	25685	86.64	1,030 – 1,220	18171	53510	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 56.1% 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
25	Fresno City College	25285	0	--	9618	30049	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Fresno City College Fresno, CA Total Enrollment 25,285 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,618 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,049
26	University of Oregon	24404	88.3	1,140 – 1,370	24605	46084	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
27	California State University-Fresno	23986	95.26	890 – 1,100	7834	44012	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 23,986 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
28	San Francisco State University	23935	96.44	930 – 1,140	13168	52650	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 23,935 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
29	Santa Monica College	23164	0	--	5685	51847	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Santa Monica College Santa Monica, CA Total Enrollment 23,164 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
30	California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo	22842	31.32	1,230 – 1,420	17453	72358	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Also known as Cal Poly, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is one of two polytechnics in the school system. The university’s motto is “Discere Faciendo,” which is Latin for “Learn by Doing.” Cal Poly participates in the NCAA Division I-FCS Big Sky Conference. Known as the Mustangs, they wear green and gold. Total Enrollment 22,842 Acceptance Rate 31.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $17,453 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,358
31	University of Nevada-Reno	22802	73.71	1,020 – 1,250	17226	49182	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 22,802 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
32	California State University-Los Angeles	22744	91.25	870 – 1,060	4460	45702	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 22,744 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
33	University of Hawaii at Manoa	20028	86.6	970 – 1,240	17202	45701	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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
34	Portland State University	19951	90.87	970 – 1,220	10195	46937	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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
35	University of California-Santa Cruz	19938	65.79	1,180 – 1,390	18059	49716	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
36	San Diego Mesa College	19243	0	--	10316	59213	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 19,243 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,316 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
37	Stanford University	18625	3.61	1,510 – 1,570	25078	102887	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Stanford University Stanford, CA Stanford University is a private college that goes by a Quarter academic calendar rather than a Semester. Alumni have included Fulbright Scholars, members of Congress, astronauts, and billionaires, as well as former President Herbert Hoover. Known as the Stanford Cardinals, athletes wear cardinal and white....Read more Total Enrollment 18,625 Acceptance Rate 3.6% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $25,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $102,887
38	California State University-San Bernardino	17900	93.74	900 – 1,080	5231	43149	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 17,900 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
39	Rio Hondo College	17193	0	--	16449	54803	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Total Enrollment 17,193 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,449 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,803
40	Modesto Junior College	17152	0	--	5605	59213	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Modesto Junior College Modesto, CA Total Enrollment 17,152 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
41	California State University-San Marcos	16237	95.1	950 – 1,130	10241	48673	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
42	Los Angeles Valley College	15733	0	--	13550	33987	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen, CA Total Enrollment 15,733 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,987
43	Western Washington University	14710	93.25	1,160 – 1,400	24338	45272	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
44	California State University-Chico	14581	92.72	970 – 1,180	14630	50493	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 14,581 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
45	California State University-Dominguez Hills	14262	93.3	780 – 960	9175	46827	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 14,262 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
46	Moorpark College	14091	0	--	2727	37374	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Moorpark College Moorpark, CA Total Enrollment 14,091 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,727 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,374
47	Cypress College	13992	0	--	7253	35285	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Cypress College Cypress, CA Total Enrollment 13,992 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,253 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,285
48	California State University-East Bay	13333	97.39	830 – 1,050	9850	55546	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 13,333 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
49	Antelope Valley Community College District	12937	0	--	6110	28110	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster, CA Total Enrollment 12,937 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,110
50	Foothill College	12931	0	--	10805	48920	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Total Enrollment 12,931 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,920
51	California Baptist University	11902	84.88	970 – 1,170	27862	52336	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Baptist University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, California Baptist University accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending California Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 11,902 Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $27,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,336
52	MiraCosta College	11478	0	--	9044	37965	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West MiraCosta College Oceanside, CA Total Enrollment 11,478 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,044 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,965
53	Bellevue College	11472	0	--	13932	47460	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bellevue College Bellevue, WA Total Enrollment 11,472 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,460
54	Truckee Meadows Community College	10885	0	--	9745	38186	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Truckee Meadows Community College Reno, NV Total Enrollment 10,885 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,186
55	University of Alaska Anchorage	10574	66.52	890 – 1,090	16039	42313	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 10,574 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
56	Central Washington University	10527	90.62	930 – 1,160	19898	49398	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 10,527 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
57	Eastern Washington University	10491	90.75	890 – 1,100	14767	46469	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 10,491 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
58	Los Angeles Mission College	10425	0	--	15357	34437	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar, CA Total Enrollment 10,425 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,437
59	California State University-Bakersfield	10419	93.85	810 – 1,040	6489	44282	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
60	Loyola Marymount University	10179	45.08	1,280 – 1,430	59926	62763	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles, CA Loyola Marymount University is home to the LMU Lions, who wear crimson and blue and compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Their mascot is named Iggy. Law, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General are the three most popular areas of study....Read more Total Enrollment 10,179 Acceptance Rate 45.1% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $59,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,763
61	Chapman University	9760	65.43	1,280 – 1,430	47902	58080	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Chapman University Orange, CA A fairly selective school, Chapman University received 15,600 applications during the last admissions cycle. It opened as the Hesperian College in 1861, within the same hour of Abraham Lincoln’s presidential inauguration. Chapman’s students tend to stay on after their freshman year – it has a 92% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 9,760 Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 1,280 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $47,902 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,080
62	Santa Clara University	9728	48	1,370 – 1,490	53883	91198	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Santa Clara University Santa Clara, CA Opened in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher education in California. A NCAA Division I without football school, athletes are known as the Broncos and compete in the West Coast Conference. Former Broncos have gone onto play in the NBA, NFL, and MLB....Read more Total Enrollment 9,728 Acceptance Rate 48.0% SAT Score 1,370 – 1,490 Avg. Net Price $53,883 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $91,198
63	California State University-Stanislaus	9724	98.14	840 – 1,060	7433	47793	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
64	University of San Diego	9714	52.38	1,210 – 1,390	37918	64995	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of San Diego San Diego, CA Found in San Diego, the University of San Diego’s acceptance rate is 52%. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 84% of students attending the University of San Diego currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 9,714 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $37,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,995
65	Skyline College	9428	0	--	6639	59213	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Skyline College San Bruno, CA Total Enrollment 9,428 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
66	West Los Angeles College	9299	0	--	11164	59213	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West West Los Angeles College Culver City, CA Total Enrollment 9,299 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,164 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
67	University of California-Merced	9110	90.53	980 – 1,160	13690	48475	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 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
68	University of Massachusetts Global	9069	92.86	--	30523	55438	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 9,069 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,438
69	Pepperdine University	8976	62.86	1,310 – 1,450	66585	64934	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pepperdine University Malibu, CA Pepperdine University has campuses found all over the world, from Washington D.C., to Florence, Italy, to Buenos Aires, Argentina. 90% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $23,920 each. The most commonly sought degree is in Clinical Psychology. Total Enrollment 8,976 Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $66,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,934
70	University of San Francisco	8912	61.71	1,200 – 1,390	45443	69951	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of San Francisco San Francisco, CA The University of San Francisco charges $70 for undergraduate applications. The school offers 79 areas of study, the most popular of which is Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Student athletes compete in the NCAA Division I without football West Coast Conference. Total Enrollment 8,912 Acceptance Rate 61.7% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $45,443 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,951
71	Solano Community College	8868	0	--	7102	59423	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Solano Community College Fairfield, CA Total Enrollment 8,868 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,102 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,423
72	Shasta College	8081	0	--	7289	32486	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Shasta College Redding, CA Total Enrollment 8,081 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,486
73	California State University-Monterey Bay	7713	97.4	960 – 1,160	14493	48648	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside, CA Located in Seaside, California State University-Monterey Bay accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications and $70 for graduate applications. Approximately 48% of students at California State University-Monterey Bay currently receive institutional......Read more Total Enrollment 7,713 Acceptance Rate 97.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,493 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,648
74	Gonzaga University	7470	81.69	1,260 – 1,400	40117	66525	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Gonzaga University Spokane, WA Named after the Jesuit Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Gonzaga University sits on a 152-acre campus alongside the Spokane River. The school has a first year retention rate of 93%. 88% will graduate within six years. Part of the West Coast Conference, top sports include Basketball, Baseball, and Soccer. Total Enrollment 7,470 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $40,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,525
75	Chemeketa Community College	7433	0	--	8163	35771	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR Total Enrollment 7,433 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,771
76	Pierce College District	7427	0	--	11340	39406	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pierce College District Lakewood, WA Total Enrollment 7,427 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,340 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,406
77	Green River College	7361	0	--	14405	43127	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Green River College Auburn, WA Total Enrollment 7,361 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,405 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,127
78	Nevada State University	7283	86.82	830 – 1,070	15699	47092	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Nevada State University Henderson, NV A vast majority of the student body at Nevada State University are women. Opening as Nevada State College in 2002, it was the first state school. NSU became a university recently, in 2023. Many students major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. Total Enrollment 7,283 Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 830 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $15,699 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,092
79	Seattle University	7189	76.92	1,200 – 1,430	36948	64656	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Seattle University Seattle, WA Based in Seattle, Seattle University accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 98% of students attending Seattle University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 7,189 Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,430 Avg. Net Price $36,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,656
80	Clark College	7149	0	--	13528	37411	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Clark College Vancouver, WA Total Enrollment 7,149 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,411
81	University of Alaska Fairbanks	6982	64.69	1,010 – 1,320	11278	40746	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 6,982 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
82	University of the Pacific	6944	71.32	1,180 – 1,470	31670	62672	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of the Pacific Stockton, CA Located in Stockton, the University of the Pacific accepts 71% of applicants and charges $55 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at the University of the Pacific will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 6,944 Acceptance Rate 71.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,470 Avg. Net Price $31,670 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,672
83	Columbia Basin College	6729	0	--	10656	38255	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Columbia Basin College Pasco, WA Total Enrollment 6,729 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,255
84	Azusa Pacific University	6606	88.43	1,080 – 1,300	26143	56794	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is a private Christian school located just northeast of Los Angeles. Opened in 1899, it was originally called the Training School for Christian Workers. Over the next few decades, it merged with other colleges and received its current moniker in 1981....Read more Total Enrollment 6,606 Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $26,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,794
85	Westcliff University	6532	73.15	--	35553	63721	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Westcliff University Irvine, CA Found in Irvine, Westcliff University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 22% of students at Westcliff University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 6,532 Acceptance Rate 73.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $35,553 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
86	Lane Community College	6507	0	--	10989	33726	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lane Community College Eugene, OR Total Enrollment 6,507 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,726
87	Spokane Community College	6286	0	--	6132	37814	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Spokane Community College Spokane, WA Total Enrollment 6,286 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,132 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,814
88	Mt Hood Community College	6271	0	--	8900	36246	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Mt Hood Community College Gresham, OR Total Enrollment 6,271 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,900 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,246
89	Everett Community College	6211	0	--	13630	39316	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Everett Community College Everett, WA Total Enrollment 6,211 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,630 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
90	Crafton Hills College	6097	0	--	15013	35077	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Crafton Hills College Yucaipa, CA Total Enrollment 6,097 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,013 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,077
91	University of Washington-Bothell Campus	6058	90.6	1,230 – 1,480	10777	62979	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA Located in Bothell, the University of Washington-Bothell Campus’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 33% of students attending the University of Washington-Bothell Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students continued studying......Read more Total Enrollment 6,058 Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $10,777 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
92	California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt	6045	98.2	970 – 1,200	14090	37382	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 6,045 Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $14,090 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,382
93	Edmonds College	6028	0	--	13804	41063	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Edmonds College Lynnwood, WA Total Enrollment 6,028 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,063
94	Sonoma State University	5990	93.43	950 – 1,150	14614	52179	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 5,990 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
95	Los Angeles Film School	5833	95.1	--	30501	24375	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Los Angeles Film School Hollywood, CA Located in Hollywood, Los Angeles Film School accepts 95% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 28% of students attending Los Angeles Film School currently receive grant aid from the school. At Los Angeles Film School, there is a 51% first year retention rate and around 43% of......Read more Total Enrollment 5,833 Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,501 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,375
96	Tacoma Community College	5771	0	--	9803	38790	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Tacoma Community College Tacoma, WA Total Enrollment 5,771 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,790
97	California State University-Channel Islands	5688	94.81	870 – 1,080	10632	46785	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West 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 5,688 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
98	Academy of Art University	5564	0	--	36761	30452	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Total Enrollment 5,564 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,761 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,452
99	Southern Oregon University	5506	88.62	980 – 1,230	17959	39326	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Southern Oregon University Ashland, OR Located in Ashland, Southern Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 86% of students at Southern Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 68%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,506 Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $17,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,326
100	Biola University	5434	74.35	1,170 – 1,370	34082	45752	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Biola University La Mirada, CA Since 2017, Biola University has competed primarily in the Pacific West Conference. Athletes are known as the Eagles, and wear red, white, and black. Some popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)....Read more Total Enrollment 5,434 Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,752
101	Olympic College	5413	0	--	8157	34510	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Olympic College Bremerton, WA Total Enrollment 5,413 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,157 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,510
102	Oregon Institute of Technology	5302	95.02	990 – 1,280	16831	68301	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Oregon Institute of Technology Klamath Falls, OR Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon Institute of Technology accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $50 to apply. About 91% of students at Oregon Institute of Technology currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,302 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $16,831 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,301
103	South Seattle College	5295	0	--	8012	43070	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West South Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,295 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,012 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,070
104	Seattle Central College	5210	0	--	11187	39072	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Seattle Central College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,210 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,072
105	Unitek College	5191	0	--	25458	62043	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Unitek College Fremont, CA Total Enrollment 5,191 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,043
106	Highline College	5126	0	--	11783	42323	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Highline College Des Moines, WA Total Enrollment 5,126 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,783 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,323
107	North Seattle College	5017	0	--	12462	46383	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West North Seattle College Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 5,017 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,383
108	George Fox University	4978	93.51	1,060 – 1,340	32171	53568	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West George Fox University Newberg, OR George Fox University is a private Christian institution with an 83% first year retention rate and 17 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. GFU’s student athletes are known as the Bruins. Wearing navy blue and gold, they compete in the NCAA Division III with football Northwest Conference. Total Enrollment 4,978 Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $32,171 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,568
109	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus	4965	82.52	960 – 1,180	13898	62979	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA The University of Washington, Tacoma campus sits in the historic Union Station District, with views of Mount Rainier and the Port of Tacoma. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and follows a quarter academic schedule....Read more Total Enrollment 4,965 Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 960 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,898 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,979
110	Hawaii Pacific University	4921	85.87	1,010 – 1,230	30950	48773	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu, HI Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 86%. They request $45 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Hawaii Pacific University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 38% of undergraduates will earn their degree......Read more Total Enrollment 4,921 Acceptance Rate 85.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
111	South Puget Sound Community College	4837	0	--	12399	37270	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West South Puget Sound Community College Olympia, WA Total Enrollment 4,837 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,399 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,270
112	Point Loma Nazarene University	4757	83.68	1,190 – 1,400	39696	54811	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Point Loma Nazarene University was founded in 1902 as the Pacific Bible College, and underwent several name changes before arriving at its current moniker in 1998. There are currently 231 athletes and PLNU competes in the Pacific West Conference. Total Enrollment 4,757 Acceptance Rate 83.7% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $39,696 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,811
113	West Coast University-Orange County	4481	95.35	--	28081	96114	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West West Coast University-Orange County Anaheim, CA Located in Anaheim, West Coast University-Orange County’s acceptance rate is 95% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Orange County currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 4,481 Acceptance Rate 95.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
114	Shoreline Community College	4460	0	--	10535	43123	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA Total Enrollment 4,460 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,535 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,123
115	Loma Linda University	4202	0	--	0	88185	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA Total Enrollment 4,202 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $88,185
116	Western Nevada College	4188	0	--	14929	36917	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Western Nevada College Carson City, NV Total Enrollment 4,188 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,917
117	University of La Verne	4171	71.17	990 – 1,230	21530	53806	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of La Verne La Verne, CA Found in La Verne, the University of La Verne’s acceptance rate is 71%. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending the University of La Verne currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At the University of La Verne, there is a 64% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 4,171 Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,806
118	Alliant International University-San Diego	4147	0	--	0	58542	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 4,147 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
119	Taft College	4135	0	--	5025	33687	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Taft College Taft, CA Total Enrollment 4,135 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,025 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,687
120	Skagit Valley College	4098	0	--	8264	36892	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Skagit Valley College Mount Vernon, WA Total Enrollment 4,098 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,892
121	Western Oregon University	3951	98.1	930 – 1,150	14006	42537	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR Located in Monmouth, Western Oregon University’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 90% of students at Western Oregon University will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $3,925 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 3,951 Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,537
122	Spokane Falls Community College	3903	0	--	9133	34393	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Spokane Falls Community College Spokane, WA Total Enrollment 3,903 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,393
123	Bates Technical College	3817	0	--	7963	45569	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bates Technical College Tacoma, WA Total Enrollment 3,817 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,963 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,569
124	Concordia University-Irvine	3668	65.99	1,050 – 1,300	29845	53777	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Concordia University-Irvine Irvine, CA Concordia University, Irvine is a private school affiliated with the Lutheran Church. It currently has more graduates than undergraduates attending, and two popular majors include Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Educational Leadership and Administration, and General....Read more Total Enrollment 3,668 5.4% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $29,845 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,777
125	Yakima Valley College	3523	0	--	12862	35969	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Yakima Valley College Yakima, WA Total Enrollment 3,523 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,862 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,969
126	Whatcom Community College	3490	0	--	13116	38429	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Whatcom Community College Bellingham, WA Total Enrollment 3,490 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,429
127	Lewis & Clark College	3462	78.49	1,240 – 1,400	37999	43608	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Lewis & Clark College accepts 78% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Lewis & Clark College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,462 Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $37,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,608
128	Pacific University	3427	89.56	940 – 1,290	35235	46936	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific University Forest Grove, OR Although Pacific University is nonsectarian today, it still works closely with the United Church of Christ, who was instrumental in the institution’s founding. There are currently more graduate students than undergraduates. Pacific University was a founding member of the Northwest Conference, which the Boxers participate in. Total Enrollment 3,427 Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 940 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,235 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,936
129	Lake Washington Institute of Technology	3357	0	--	8801	44895	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lake Washington Institute of Technology Kirkland, WA Total Enrollment 3,357 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,801 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,895
130	California Lutheran University	3351	75.67	1,160 – 1,350	32774	54981	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks, CA Located in Thousand Oaks, California Lutheran University’s acceptance rate is 76% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,351 Acceptance Rate 75.7% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,981
131	University of Portland	3285	89.17	1,180 – 1,380	30985	67913	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Portland Portland, OR A non selective school, the University of Portland accepted 7,400 of applicants, 10% of which enrolled. It’s a private Catholic University, sister to the University of Notre Dame, and affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. 79% of undergraduates graduate within six years. Total Enrollment 3,285 Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $30,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $67,913
132	University of Redlands	3087	82.71	1,110 – 1,350	28482	61686	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Redlands Redlands, CA 84% of students return to the University of Redlands after completing their first year. 66% go on to graduate within six years. There are 65 programs available, but Business Administration and Management, General is the most popular by far. The Bulldogs are cheered on by George Willis, a live bulldog. Total Enrollment 3,087 Acceptance Rate 82.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $28,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,686
133	Renton Technical College	3060	0	--	9656	45679	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Renton Technical College Renton, WA Total Enrollment 3,060 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,656 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,679
134	Clover Park Technical College	3040	0	--	10915	36840	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Clover Park Technical College Lakewood, WA Total Enrollment 3,040 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,840
135	Walla Walla Community College	2982	0	--	10612	37119	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Walla Walla Community College Walla Walla, WA Total Enrollment 2,982 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,612 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,119
136	Great Basin College	2936	0	--	8193	35615	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Great Basin College Elko, NV Total Enrollment 2,936 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,193 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,615
137	Fresno Pacific University	2921	64.07	970 – 1,230	15261	51422	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Fresno Pacific University Fresno, CA Fresno Pacific University started as the Pacific Bible Institute in 1944, where courses were taught in a home. It became a university in 1997. FPU offers a four-year graduation guarantee – if students meet their responsibilities but need longer than four years, they can take the remaining necessary courses at no cost. Total Enrollment 2,921 Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $15,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,422
138	Eastern Oregon University	2894	98.31	930 – 1,150	18125	43034	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Eastern Oregon University La Grande, OR Based in La Grande, Eastern Oregon University accepted 98% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 81% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Eastern Oregon University,......Read more Total Enrollment 2,894 Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $18,125 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,034
139	Oregon Health & Science University	2877	0	--	0	99818	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR Total Enrollment 2,877 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $99,818
140	Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts	2861	0	--	30975	64364	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts San Jose, CA Total Enrollment 2,861 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $64,364
141	Brigham Young University-Hawaii	2836	46.96	1,040 – 1,210	12410	39316	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI Located in Laie, Brigham Young University-Hawaii accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $35 for undergraduate applications. About 69% of students at Brigham Young University-Hawaii will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,836 Acceptance Rate 47.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,316
142	Wenatchee Valley College	2819	0	--	11103	37011	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Wenatchee Valley College Wenatchee, WA Total Enrollment 2,819 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,011
143	University of Hawaii-West Oahu	2814	95.34	860 – 1,090	10942	44352	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Hawaii-West Oahu Kapolei, HI Located in Kapolei, the University of Hawaii-West Oahu accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 44% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,814 1.7% Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $10,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,352
144	The Master's University and Seminary	2799	84.02	1,020 – 1,260	37919	41665	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA The Master’s University was opened as the Los Angeles Baptist College and Seminary in 1927. In 1985, it changed its name to The Master’s College to reflect its switch interdenominational religious affiliation. It became a university in 2016....Read more Total Enrollment 2,799 Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $37,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,665
145	Pacific Lutheran University	2797	78.02	1,050 – 1,270	22299	52212	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Pacific Lutheran University’s motto is “Education for Lives of Thoughtful Inquiry, Service, Leadership, and Care.” Many students study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school opened in 1894, where tuition was $1 per week....Read more Total Enrollment 2,797 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $22,299 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,212
146	Saint Mary's College of California	2736	86.53	1,080 – 1,270	35332	60388	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Saint Mary's College of California Moraga, CA Found in Moraga, Saint Mary's College of California accepts 87% of applicants. They require $60 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Saint Mary's College of California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,736 Acceptance Rate 86.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $35,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,388
147	Lower Columbia College	2724	0	--	9950	58542	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lower Columbia College Longview, WA Total Enrollment 2,724 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,950 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
148	West Coast University-Los Angeles	2687	92.31	--	51736	59213	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West West Coast University-Los Angeles North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, West Coast University-Los Angeles accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 40% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students decide to stay at West Coast......Read more Total Enrollment 2,687 Acceptance Rate 92.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,736 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
149	University of Hawaii at Hilo	2668	60.63	880 – 1,130	12673	37204	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, HI Based in Hilo, the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s acceptance rate is 61%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 78% of students at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 73% and 26% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 2,668 Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 880 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,204
150	University of Hawaii Maui College	2647	0	--	8089	28263	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Hawaii Maui College Kahului, HI Total Enrollment 2,647 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,089 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,263
151	West Coast University-Ontario	2647	88.1	--	47368	59213	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West West Coast University-Ontario Ontario, CA Located in Ontario, West Coast University-Ontario accepts 88% of applicants. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending West Coast University-Ontario will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 89% and 57% of......Read more Total Enrollment 2,647 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
152	Stanbridge University	2642	10	--	42130	53729	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Stanbridge University Irvine, CA A for-profit school, Stanbridge University only offers undergraduate majors in Health/Health Care Administration/Management and Registered Nursing. It's extremely selective and out of those accepted, 94% enroll. The school boasts 0% four year graduation rate. Total Enrollment 2,642 Acceptance Rate 10.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $42,130 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,729
153	United States University	2539	0	--	0	34909	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West United States University San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 2,539 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,909
154	The Evergreen State College	2512	96.37	1,080 – 1,290	18350	34774	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West The Evergreen State College Olympia, WA Based in Olympia, The Evergreen State College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 78% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 31% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 2,512 Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $18,350 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,774
155	California Institute of Technology	2430	2.57	1,540 – 1,590	14513	132140	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Institute of Technology Pasadena, CA Also known as Caltech, the California Institute of Technology is a private, doctoral/research university located on a 124-acre campus in Pasadena. The school's motto is, “the truth shall make you free.” Computer Science, Physics, and General are top majors among students, and there have been over 75 Nobel laureates that have......Read more Total Enrollment 2,430 Acceptance Rate 2.6% SAT Score 1,540 – 1,590 Avg. Net Price $14,513 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $132,140
156	San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia	2369	0	--	27525	36007	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA Total Enrollment 2,369 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,007
157	Whitworth University	2345	89.78	1,090 – 1,340	27605	49510	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Whitworth University Spokane, WA Whitworth University’s motto is “Education of Mind and Heart.” The most common majors and programs include Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Biological and Physical Sciences. 78% of students return after completing their first year, and 76% will graduate within 6 years. Total Enrollment 2,345 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $27,605 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
158	Centralia College	2335	0	--	14216	35989	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Centralia College Centralia, WA Total Enrollment 2,335 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,989
159	Mount Saint Mary's University	2316	73.13	910 – 1,120	27368	61335	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Mount Saint Mary's University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, Mount Saint Mary's University’s acceptance rate is 73% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,316 Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $27,368 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,335
160	Art Center College of Design	2310	74.54	--	53271	53562	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA Located in Pasadena, the Art Center College of Design accepts 75% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 60% of students attending the Art Center College of Design will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,310 Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $53,271 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,562
161	Carrington College-Sacramento	2288	88.7	--	40803	37870	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Total Enrollment 2,288 Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $40,803 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,870
162	Charter College	2277	100	--	33641	35427	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Charter College Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Charter College’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 2% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. They are given $6,328 on average. 25% of students continued studying at Charter College after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 2,277 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,641 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,427
163	Golden Gate University	2262	87.5	--	0	81704	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Golden Gate University San Francisco, CA Total Enrollment 2,262 Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $81,704
164	Seattle Pacific University	2261	83.4	1,050 – 1,320	25232	51496	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA The motto of Seattle Pacific University is “Engaging the Culture, Changing the World.” It’s a private institution, affiliated with the Free Methodist Church, offering 81 programs....Read more Total Enrollment 2,261 Acceptance Rate 83.4% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $25,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,496
165	Smith Chason College	2221	0	--	32817	48956	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Smith Chason College Los Angeles, CA Total Enrollment 2,221 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $32,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,956
166	Vanguard University of Southern California	2219	62.44	990 – 1,210	23286	43464	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Vanguard University of Southern California Costa Mesa, CA 100% of students at Vanguard University of Southern California receive grant aid, with each student package averaging $29,847. Many choose to study Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. Vanguard’s motto is “Truth. Virtue. Service.” Total Enrollment 2,219 Acceptance Rate 62.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,464
167	Willamette University	2201	77.09	1,270 – 1,450	29421	38932	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Willamette University Salem, OR Willamette University is the oldest college in the Western United States, having opened in 1842. It has an 87% first year retention rate, 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 76% six year graduation rate. Willamette offers 34 programs, and many study Law, Business Administration and Management, and General. Total Enrollment 2,201 1.0% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $29,421 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,932
168	Cascadia College	2013	0	--	13782	44620	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Cascadia College Bothell, WA Total Enrollment 2,013 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,782 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,620
169	University of Alaska Southeast	2000	63.29	900 – 1,140	13827	38811	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, AK The smallest in the trio of University of Alaska schools, Southeast is located in the state capital and is further divided into three campuses: Juneau, Sitka, and Ketchikan. Its mascot is Spike the Humpback Whale. UAS offers up to Post-master's certificate, but most are currently undergraduates. Total Enrollment 2,000 Acceptance Rate 63.3% SAT Score 900 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,811
170	City University of Seattle	1970	0	--	0	56195	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West City University of Seattle Seattle, WA Total Enrollment 1,970 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,195
171	Samuel Merritt University	1894	55.83	1,020 – 1,200	0	143353	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Samuel Merritt University Oakland, CA Total Enrollment 1,894 Acceptance Rate 55.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $143,353
172	Occidental College	1881	44.17	1,390 – 1,520	48400	52209	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Occidental College Los Angeles, CA Occidental College is extremely close to Hollywood, so a number of movies and television shows have been filmed on its campus. Some examples include Clueless, Arrested Development, The Good Place, and Star Trek III: the Search for Spock....Read more Total Enrollment 1,881 Acceptance Rate 44.2% SAT Score 1,390 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $48,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,209
173	University of Puget Sound	1864	72.25	1,200 – 1,390	43188	46802	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA Found in Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound’s acceptance rate is 72%. Undergraduates have to pay $65 to apply. About 98% of students at the University of Puget Sound will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,864 Acceptance Rate 72.3% SAT Score 1,200 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $43,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,802
174	Bellingham Technical College	1850	0	--	8294	43235	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bellingham Technical College Bellingham, WA Total Enrollment 1,850 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,235
175	Peninsula College	1837	0	--	10742	58542	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Peninsula College Port Angeles, WA Total Enrollment 1,837 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,742 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
176	Dominican University of California	1829	83.5	1,210 – 1,300	37456	71477	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Dominican University of California San Rafael, CA Founded in 1890, the Dominican University of California is one of the oldest universities in California. Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other is the most popular area of study. 99% of students receive institutional grants from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,829 Acceptance Rate 83.5% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $37,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,477
177	Chaminade University of Honolulu	1817	91.43	970 – 1,250	28261	48660	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu, HI Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is a popular program at the Chaminade University of Honolulu, which offers up to Doctor's degrees. This Roman Catholic school was founded by the Society of Mary in 1955. 201 athletes, known as Silverswords, compete in the Pacific West Conference. Total Enrollment 1,817 Acceptance Rate 91.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $28,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,660
178	Big Bend Community College	1786	0	--	14474	58542	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA Total Enrollment 1,786 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,542
179	Pomona College	1766	7.09	1,490 – 1,560	19938	60850	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pomona College Claremont, CA Pomona College is a private, liberal arts college offering 38 major programs. Three commonly chosen majors include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Neuroscience. The school was created with a “college of the New England type” in mind. Their mascot is Cecil the Sagehen. Total Enrollment 1,766 Acceptance Rate 7.1% SAT Score 1,490 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $19,938 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,850
180	Feather River Community College District	1758	0	--	13941	54552	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Feather River Community College District Quincy, CA Total Enrollment 1,758 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,941 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,552
181	Linfield University	1709	85.17	1,050 – 1,240	29936	70643	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Linfield University McMinnville, OR Linfield College became Linfield University in 2020, but the school has roots going back to 1858, when it was called the Baptist College of McMinnville. Its motto is “Connecting Learning, Life and Community.” Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular program by far....Read more Total Enrollment 1,709 Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $29,936 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,643
182	Grays Harbor College	1663	0	--	9640	33119	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Grays Harbor College Aberdeen, WA Total Enrollment 1,663 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,119
183	La Sierra University	1611	91.5	890 – 1,160	23848	42617	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West La Sierra University Riverside, CA Located in Riverside, La Sierra University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At La Sierra University, there is a 77% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Total Enrollment 1,611 Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,617
184	Whitman College	1561	38.15	1,330 – 1,480	37633	45594	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Whitman College Walla Walla, WA Whitman College is a small liberal arts college located at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Founded in 1859, it now offers over 80 off-campus programs in around 40 countries. With a 10 to 1 student-faculty ratio and a 1 to 1 student-to-tree ratio, students will find it a cozy and earthy community....Read more Total Enrollment 1,561 Acceptance Rate 38.2% SAT Score 1,330 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $37,633 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,594
185	DeVry University-California	1550	98.5	--	34461	42178	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West DeVry University-California Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, DeVry University-California’s acceptance rate is 98% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 89% of students at DeVry University-California will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 52% of students continued studying at DeVry University-California......Read more Total Enrollment 1,550 Acceptance Rate 98.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,178
186	William Jessup University	1484	93.33	1,050 – 1,230	29679	43163	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West William Jessup University Rocklin, CA Based in Rocklin, William Jessup University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,484 Acceptance Rate 93.3% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,679 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
187	Saint Martin's University	1411	89.8	1,000 – 1,190	29116	57998	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Saint Martin's University Lacey, WA Located in Lacey, Saint Martin's University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Saint Martin's University will receive institutional grant aid. 65% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 1,411 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $29,116 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,998
188	California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City	1410	0	--	0	63721	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Institute of Arts & Technology-National City National City, CA Total Enrollment 1,410 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
189	CBD College	1408	0	--	23033	34724	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West CBD College Los Angeles, CA Total Enrollment 1,408 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,033 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,724
190	Claremont McKenna College	1393	9.59	1,470 – 1,560	33895	87603	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Claremont McKenna College Claremont, CA Claremont McKenna College, a private liberal arts school, was founded as a men’s college in 1946. It became co-educational in 1976. The most commonly chosen major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics. With an 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 98% of students will stay after their freshman year. Total Enrollment 1,393 Acceptance Rate 9.6% SAT Score 1,470 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $33,895 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $87,603
191	FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising	1366	41.5	--	39494	40974	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Los Angeles, CA Total Enrollment 1,366 Acceptance Rate 41.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $39,494 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,974
192	Reach University	1358	100	--	21014	63721	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Reach University Oakland, CA Based in Oakland, Reach University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Reach University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,358 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,014 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
193	Walla Walla University	1357	50.77	980 – 1,250	25505	52840	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Walla Walla University College Place, WA Walla Walla University is fairly selective, and 36% of accepted students enroll. Students experience a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 85% return to the school after completing their first year. Social Work, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are popular programs. Total Enrollment 1,357 Acceptance Rate 50.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,505 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
194	Reed College	1356	24.61	1,320 – 1,520	30953	38607	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Reed College Portland, OR Founded in 1908, Reed College requires all undergraduates to complete a thesis with a 90-minute presentation and oral defense. Students also need to take various physical education courses. Reed has a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many major in English Language and Literature, General. Total Enrollment 1,356 Acceptance Rate 24.6% SAT Score 1,320 – 1,520 Avg. Net Price $30,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,607
195	California Institute of the Arts	1353	32.34	--	56239	28018	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Located in Valencia, California Institute of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 32% and charges $65 for undergraduate applications. About 94% of students at California Institute of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 82% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 1,353 Acceptance Rate 32.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $56,239 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,018
196	Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education	1352	0	--	34897	50495	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland, WA Total Enrollment 1,352 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
197	California State University Maritime Academy	1313	95.01	1,010 – 1,210	19040	84676	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California State University Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Cal Maritime is one of the 23 campuses that make up the California State University system. Students learn on a training ship, known as the “Golden Bear,” that serves as a floating classroom and laboratory. Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer is the most popular area of study out of 7 programs. Total Enrollment 1,313 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,040 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,676
198	Oregon State University-Cascades Campus	1313	63.11	1,150 – 1,320	19772	50843	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend, OR Total Enrollment 1,313 Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,772 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,843
199	Westmont College	1311	77.05	1,240 – 1,450	32172	53737	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Westmont College Santa Barbara, CA Founded in 1937, Westmont College’s motto is Christus Primatum Tenens, which is Latin for “Christ Holding Preeminence.” The school was initially the Bible Missionary Institute but it became Westmont College only three years later. Student athletes are known as the Warriors and wear maroon, gold, and white....Read more Total Enrollment 1,311 Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $32,172 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,737
200	California College of the Arts	1308	91.1	940 – 1,220	46823	38308	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California College of the Arts San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, California College of the Arts’s acceptance rate is 91% and charges $70 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending California College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 87%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,308 Acceptance Rate 91.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $46,823 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,308
201	Otis College of Art and Design	1267	81.76	1,270 – 1,400	54295	43654	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Otis College of Art and Design Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Otis College of Art and Design’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,267 Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 1,270 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $54,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,654
202	New York Film Academy	1245	52.4	--	51622	25150	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West New York Film Academy Burbank, CA New York Film Academy is a private-for-profit school offering Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), and Master of Arts (MA) programs. The school's philosophy is "learning by doing." Famous alumni include Bill Hader, Mohamad Diab, and James Friend, among others. Total Enrollment 1,245 Acceptance Rate 52.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $51,622 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,150
203	Pitzer College	1242	25.16	1,190 – 1,370	34979	51784	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pitzer College Claremont, CA Pitzer College’s motto is “Mindful of the Future” (“Provida Futuri” in Latin). It’s extremely selective and out of the accepted students during the last admissions cycle, 36% enrolled. 78% of undergraduates graduate in four years, 85% in six. Pitzer is part of the Claremont Colleges consortium. Total Enrollment 1,242 Acceptance Rate 25.2% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $34,979 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,784
204	Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas	1185	100	--	30706	32840	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV Based in Las Vegas, Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas’s acceptance rate is 100%. They require $49 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Las Vegas currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,185 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,706 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
205	Scripps College	1137	38.29	1,430 – 1,530	44396	68027	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Scripps College Claremont, CA A member of the Claremont Colleges, Scripps College is a liberal arts women’s school well known for its extensive curriculum and historic, beautiful campus. In fact, their campus is currently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Scripps has a 94% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 1,137 Acceptance Rate 38.3% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $44,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $68,027
206	DigiPen Institute of Technology	1084	64.42	1,180 – 1,390	41779	58771	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA The DigiPen Institute of Technology has 7 areas of study available to students, with a focus on computer science, music, animation, and similar fields. A private for-profit university, it also has campuses in Singapore and Spain. The school's DigiPen Academy has a Youtube and adult education program dedicated to STEM fields. Total Enrollment 1,084 Acceptance Rate 64.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,390 Avg. Net Price $41,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,771
207	Northwest University	1073	83.2	1,040 – 1,350	24251	50495	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Northwest University Kirkland, WA Found in Kirkland, Northwest University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Northwest University will receive grant aid from the school. At Northwest University, there is a 84% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 1,073 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $24,251 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,495
208	Pacific Oaks College	1051	34.38	--	0	47962	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific Oaks College Pasadena, CA Total Enrollment 1,051 Acceptance Rate 34.4% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,962
209	American College of Healthcare Sciences	1042	53.49	--	23980	26458	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West American College of Healthcare Sciences Portland, OR Located in Portland, American College of Healthcare Sciences’s acceptance rate is 53% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of students at American College of Healthcare Sciences currently receive grant aid from the school. At American College of Healthcare Sciences, there is a 100% first......Read more Total Enrollment 1,042 Acceptance Rate 53.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,980 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,458
210	Hope International University	1025	32.98	840 – 1,220	29896	36030	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Hope International University Fullerton, CA Located in Fullerton, Hope International University accepted 33% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hope International University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 1,025 Acceptance Rate 33.0% SAT Score 840 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $29,896 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,030
211	Career Networks Institute	971	0	--	44485	52232	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Career Networks Institute Santa Ana, CA Total Enrollment 971 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,485 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,232
212	Pacific Union College	938	47.3	950 – 1,190	22767	52713	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific Union College Angwin, CA Found in Angwin, Pacific Union College accepted 47% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students at Pacific Union College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 938 Acceptance Rate 47.3% SAT Score 950 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $22,767 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,713
213	Harvey Mudd College	921	12.66	1,500 – 1,580	43966	115107	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Harvey Mudd College Claremont, CA Harvey Mudd College only offers programs related to Science and Engineering. Part of the Claremont Colleges, their colors are black and gold. The men’s teams are known as the Stags, and the women are known as the Athenas. It has a 96% first year retention rate and 8 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment 921 Acceptance Rate 12.7% SAT Score 1,500 – 1,580 Avg. Net Price $43,966 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $115,107
214	Simpson University	907	86.03	990 – 1,220	28653	51256	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Simpson University Redding, CA Based in Redding, Simpson University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Simpson University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 907 Acceptance Rate 86.0% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $28,653 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,256
215	Woodbury University	898	81.65	940 – 1,240	37258	47665	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Woodbury University Burbank, CA Found in Burbank, Woodbury University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requires $85 for undergraduate applications and $85 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students attending Woodbury University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Woodbury University, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 31% of......Read more Total Enrollment 898 Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 940 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $37,258 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
216	Corban University	866	93.9	1,020 – 1,190	27119	41735	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Corban University Salem, OR Corban University is non selective. During the last admissions cycle, 27% of those who were accepted enrolled at the school. There are 28 majors and programs to choose from, with Business Administration and Management, General, Divinity/Ministry, Education, and General among the most popular. Total Enrollment 866 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $27,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,735
217	Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science	854	38.74	820 – 970	35558	60939	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science accepts 39% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 854 Acceptance Rate 38.7% SAT Score 820 – 970 Avg. Net Price $35,558 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,939
218	Glendale Career College	854	100	--	48880	38921	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Glendale Career College Glendale, CA Based in Glendale, Glendale Career College accepts 100% of applicants. They request $100 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Glendale Career College, there is a 90% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in four years....Read more Total Enrollment 854 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $48,880 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,921
219	Menlo College	840	68.47	940 – 1,150	32563	60608	#219 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Menlo College Atherton, CA Based in Atherton, Menlo College accepted 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. About 99% of students attending Menlo College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 840 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $32,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,608
220	Heritage University	835	0	--	15563	47001	#220 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Heritage University Toppenish, WA Total Enrollment 835 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,001
221	Musicians Institute	812	77.95	980 – 1,300	49657	24962	#221 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Musicians Institute Hollywood, CA Found in Hollywood, Musicians Institute’s acceptance rate is 78%. They charge $100 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 44% of students attending Musicians Institute currently receive institutional grant aid. 80% of students continued studying at Musicians Institute after completing their......Read more Total Enrollment 812 Acceptance Rate 78.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $49,657 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,962
222	Whittier College	797	80.79	1,160 – 1,360	28101	46025	#222 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Whittier College Whittier, CA Found in Whittier, Whittier College accepts 81% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Whittier College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 797 Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,101 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,025
223	Laurus College	794	0	--	22326	33247	#223 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Laurus College San Luis Obispo, CA Total Enrollment 794 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,247
224	Laguna College of Art and Design	775	94.32	--	47702	31987	#224 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Laguna College of Art and Design Laguna Beach, CA Located in Laguna Beach, Laguna College of Art and Design accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Laguna College of Art and Design will receive grant aid from the school. 84% of students continued studying......Read more Total Enrollment 775 Acceptance Rate 94.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $47,702 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,987
225	Bushnell University	761	67.28	970 – 1,040	22907	43484	#225 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bushnell University Eugene, OR Located in Eugene, Bushnell University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. They are given $20,820 on average. The first year retention rate is 76%....Read more Total Enrollment 761 Acceptance Rate 67.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $22,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,484
226	Northwest Indian College	696	0	--	4048	29768	#226 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Northwest Indian College Bellingham, WA Total Enrollment 696 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,768
227	Chamberlain University-California	676	80	--	27525	59213	#227 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Chamberlain University-California Rancho Cordova, CA Located in Rancho Cordova, Chamberlain University-California accepts 80% of applicants and requires $95 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Chamberlain University-California currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 676 Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,525 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
228	Northeastern University Oakland	658	16.65	1,430 – 1,510	27473	78413	#228 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA Total Enrollment 658 Acceptance Rate 16.7% SAT Score 1,430 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $27,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,413
229	Minerva University	656	3.04	--	13324	63721	#229 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Minerva University San Francisco, CA Minerva University opened recently, in 2012. Entirely online, class sizes always have 19 students or fewer. It is extremely selective, and 44% of accepted students decide to attend Minerva. The most popular area of study is Mathematics and Computer Science. Total Enrollment 656 Acceptance Rate 3.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,324 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
230	Platt College-Los Angeles	598	92.86	--	27195	38619	#230 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Platt College-Los Angeles Alhambra, CA Total Enrollment 598 Acceptance Rate 92.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,195 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
231	Casa Loma College-Los Angeles	581	42.55	--	28167	50197	#231 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Casa Loma College-Los Angeles Sherman Oaks, CA Total Enrollment 581 Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,167 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,197
232	Alaska Pacific University	578	96.45	870 – 1,160	21960	47803	#232 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Alaska Pacific University Anchorage, AK Found in Anchorage, Alaska Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Alaska Pacific University will receive grant aid from the school. At Alaska Pacific University, there is a 68% first year retention rate......Read more Total Enrollment 578 Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 870 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $21,960 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,803
233	Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses	575	0	--	5524	40569	#233 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Humphreys University-Stockton and Modesto Campuses Stockton, CA Total Enrollment 575 81.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,524 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,569
234	Chamberlain University-Nevada	573	76.47	--	20899	59213	#234 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Chamberlain University-Nevada Las Vegas, NV Found in Las Vegas, Chamberlain University-Nevada accepts 76% of applicants and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 25% of students attending Chamberlain University-Nevada will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 573 Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,899 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
235	Gnomon	555	41.82	--	49644	90652	#235 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Gnomon North Hollywood, CA Located in North Hollywood, Gnomon accepted 42% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 15% of students at Gnomon currently receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 90%....Read more Total Enrollment 555 Acceptance Rate 41.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $49,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $90,652
236	North-West College-San Diego	551	0	--	45851	59213	#236 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West North-West College-San Diego San Diego, CA Total Enrollment 551 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $45,851 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
237	Southern California Institute of Technology	537	74.19	--	31486	60630	#237 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Southern California Institute of Technology Anaheim, CA Found in Anaheim, Southern California Institute of Technology accepts 74% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 16% of students at Southern California Institute of Technology will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 537 Acceptance Rate 74.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,630
238	American University of Health Sciences	523	50	--	26480	59213	#238 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West American University of Health Sciences Signal Hill, CA Based in Signal Hill, American University of Health Sciences accepts 50% of applicants and charges $80 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 523 Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
239	Pacific Northwest College of Art	517	74.85	--	39710	24101	#239 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland, OR Found in Portland, Pacific Northwest College of Art accepted 75% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Pacific Northwest College of Art will receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year......Read more Total Enrollment 517 Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $39,710 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $24,101
240	Sumner College	514	88.89	--	27232	59213	#240 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Sumner College Portland, OR Based in Portland, Sumner College’s acceptance rate is 89% and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 514 Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,232 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
241	SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary	508	40.68	--	22276	30871	#241 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary El Dorado Hills, CA Based in El Dorado Hills, SUM Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 41% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 27% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 508 Acceptance Rate 40.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,276 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,871
242	Life Pacific University	504	95.8	930 – 1,110	21602	35814	#242 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Life Pacific University San Dimas, CA Based in San Dimas, Life Pacific University’s acceptance rate is 96% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 73% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 504 Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,814
243	Cornish College of the Arts	502	62.21	--	41758	27580	#243 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Cornish College of the Arts Seattle, WA Located in Seattle, Cornish College of the Arts accepted 62% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $60 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending Cornish College of the Arts currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 502 Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $41,758 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,580
244	Lionel University	494	0	--	28176	63721	#244 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lionel University Carpinteria, CA Total Enrollment 494 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,176 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
245	Angeles College	493	0	--	27081	26732	#245 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Angeles College Los Angeles, CA Total Enrollment 493 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,732
246	Platt College-Ontario	467	99.3	--	20463	38619	#246 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Platt College-Ontario Ontario, CA Total Enrollment 467 Acceptance Rate 99.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,463 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
247	Southern California Institute of Architecture	457	76.6	1,020 – 1,230	28985	53274	#247 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA Found in Los Angeles, Southern California Institute of Architecture accepted 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $85 to apply. About 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year......Read more Total Enrollment 457 Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $28,985 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,274
248	Platt College-Anaheim	452	0	--	20948	38619	#248 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Platt College-Anaheim Anaheim, CA Total Enrollment 452 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
249	World Mission University	440	80	--	15785	63721	#249 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West World Mission University Los Angeles, CA Based in Los Angeles, World Mission University accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $100 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students at World Mission University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At World......Read more Total Enrollment 440 Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
250	Platt College-Riverside	416	0	--	21532	38619	#250 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Platt College-Riverside Riverside, CA Total Enrollment 416 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,532 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,619
251	Touro University Worldwide	413	88.14	--	19522	48057	#251 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Touro University Worldwide Los Alamitos, CA Based in Los Alamitos, Touro University Worldwide accepts 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 71% of students attending Touro University Worldwide currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 413 Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,522 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,057
252	San Francisco Conservatory of Music	403	54.91	910 – 1,230	43746	23988	#252 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA Based in San Francisco, San Francisco Conservatory of Music accepted 55% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $100 for undergraduate applications and $100 for graduate applications. About 100% of students at San Francisco Conservatory of Music will receive institutional grant aid. The......Read more Total Enrollment 403 Acceptance Rate 54.9% SAT Score 910 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $43,746 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,988
253	University of Silicon Valley	392	51.18	980 – 1,210	31594	39802	#253 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West University of Silicon Valley San Jose, CA Located in San Jose, the University of Silicon Valley accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 46% of students attending the University of Silicon Valley will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 392 Acceptance Rate 51.2% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $31,594 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,802
254	Thomas Aquinas College	372	83.09	1,250 – 1,420	24820	59550	#254 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Thomas Aquinas College Santa Paula, CA The Catholic-affiliated school, Thomas Aquinas College, offers need-based scholarships thanks to donations and doesn’t have merit-based awards. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies is the only available area of study, and undergraduates study the Great Books (the Classics). It has a first year retention rate of 92%. Total Enrollment 372 Acceptance Rate 83.1% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $24,820 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,550
255	Faith International University	370	100	--	25165	52989	#255 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Faith International University Tacoma, WA Based in Tacoma, Faith International University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. They are given $2,325 on average. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 370 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,165 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,989
256	Warner Pacific University	350	71.14	890 – 1,150	26187	45660	#256 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Warner Pacific University Portland, OR Based in Portland, Warner Pacific University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Warner Pacific University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Warner Pacific University, there is a 92% first......Read more Total Enrollment 350 Acceptance Rate 71.1% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,187 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,660
257	Lincoln University	343	69.49	--	0	44602	#257 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Lincoln University Oakland, CA Found in Oakland, Lincoln University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $95 for undergraduate applications. About 0% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 89% and......Read more Total Enrollment 343 Acceptance Rate 69.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,602
258	Ilisagvik College	311	80.14	--	9373	31396	#258 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Ilisagvik College Barrow, AK Found in Barrow, Ilisagvik College accepted 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 47% of students at Ilisagvik College currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 100% and around 0% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 311 Acceptance Rate 80.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,373 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,396
259	John Paul the Great Catholic University	298	79.63	1,020 – 1,290	35175	34360	#259 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West John Paul the Great Catholic University Escondido, CA Located in Escondido, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts 80% of applicants and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students attending John Paul the Great Catholic University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 298 Acceptance Rate 79.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $35,175 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,360
260	Pacific College	297	56	--	26511	62792	#260 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific College Costa Mesa, CA Total Enrollment 297 Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,792
261	Newschool of Architecture and Design	280	100	--	55265	57073	#261 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Newschool of Architecture and Design San Diego, CA Located in San Diego, Newschool of Architecture and Design’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 50% of students attending Newschool of Architecture and Design will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 63% and 42% of......Read more Total Enrollment 280 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $55,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,073
262	Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario	279	100	--	44477	32840	#262 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario Ontario, CA Based in Ontario, Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario accepts 100% of applicants and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Ontario currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 100% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 279 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
263	Los Angeles College of Music	279	87.71	--	44586	20538	#263 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Los Angeles College of Music Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Los Angeles College of Music accepts 88% of applicants and charges $60 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students attending Los Angeles College of Music will receive institutional grant aid. 61% of students continued their studies at Los Angeles College of Music after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 279 Acceptance Rate 87.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $44,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,538
264	Bethesda University	271	83.21	--	20099	37397	#264 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Bethesda University Anaheim, CA Based in Anaheim, Bethesda University accepts 83% of applicants and charges $100 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 25% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. 45% of students continued their studies at Bethesda University after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 271 Acceptance Rate 83.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,397
265	California Miramar University	222	18.47	--	12480	63721	#265 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Miramar University San Diego, CA Based in San Diego, California Miramar University accepted 18% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 71% of students attending California Miramar University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 222 Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,480 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
266	American Medical Sciences Center	200	0	--	20839	36193	#266 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West American Medical Sciences Center Glendale, CA Total Enrollment 200 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,193
267	California Career College	195	0	--	0	47215	#267 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California Career College Canoga Park, CA Total Enrollment 195 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
268	Homestead Schools	178	0	--	15962	59213	#268 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Homestead Schools Torrance, CA Total Enrollment 178 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,962 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
269	Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs	170	28.57	--	0	49510	#269 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs Spokane, WA Total Enrollment 170 Acceptance Rate 28.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,510
270	Pacific Rim Christian University	169	60	--	23151	63721	#270 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Pacific Rim Christian University Honolulu, HI Based in Honolulu, Pacific Rim Christian University accepts 60% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 40% of students attending Pacific Rim Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school. 78% of students continued their studies at Pacific Rim Christian University......Read more Total Enrollment 169 Acceptance Rate 60.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,151 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
271	PCI College	168	75.34	--	27439	29823	#271 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West PCI College Cerritos, CA Found in Cerritos, PCI College’s acceptance rate is 75% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. 100% of students continued studying at PCI College after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 168 Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,439 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,823
272	Fremont University	161	91.94	--	34045	30681	#272 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Fremont University Cerritos, CA Total Enrollment 161 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,045 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,681
273	Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary	157	58.21	--	15330	53468	#273 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary accepts 58% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 89% of students attending Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad West Coast Talmudical Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 157 Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,330 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,468
274	Northwest College of Art & Design	150	65.98	--	14818	27505	#274 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Northwest College of Art & Design Tacoma, WA Located in Tacoma, Northwest College of Art & Design accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 29% of students at Northwest College of Art & Design will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 150 Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,818 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,505
275	California College of ASU	149	49.53	--	28425	33350	#275 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West California College of ASU Los Angeles, CA Located in Los Angeles, California College of ASU accepted 50% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at California College of ASU currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 149 Acceptance Rate 49.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,425 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,350
276	Providence Christian College	147	100	1,010 – 1,210	27422	32827	#276 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Providence Christian College Pasadena, CA Found in Pasadena, Providence Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students attending Providence Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Providence Christian College, there is a 79% first year retention rate and......Read more Total Enrollment 147 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,422 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,827
277	ATI College-Whittier	141	0	--	20467	36256	#277 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West ATI College-Whittier Whitter, CA Total Enrollment 141 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,467 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,256
278	Interior Designers Institute	107	100	--	0	51847	#278 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Interior Designers Institute Newport Beach, CA Total Enrollment 107 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,847
279	Soka University of America	0	43.38	1,340 – 1,510	15691	51242	#279 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Far West Soka University of America Aliso Viejo, CA The Soka University of America, a fairly new school (founded in 2001), focuses on pacifism, human rights, and the creative coexistence of nature and humanity. It was created by the founder of the Soka Gakkai International Buddhist movement, Daisaku Ikeda. Students enjoy a cozy 7 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment -- Acceptance Rate 43.4% SAT Score 1,340 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $15,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,242