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Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD)

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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 Minnesota Twin Cities	56666	79.75	1,260 – 1,420	16730	57984	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities is made up of two locations, 3 miles apart: Minneapolis and Falcon Heights. Their motto is “Commune vinculum omnibus artibus” or “A common bond for all the arts.” Getting its start in 1851 before Minnesota was a state, it’s the largest and oldest school in the state university system. Total Enrollment 56,666 3.2% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $16,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
2	Walden University	44223	99.02	--	0	50657	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Walden University Minneapolis, MN Total Enrollment 44,223 602.2% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
3	Capella University	43915	94.83	--	16975	48500	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Capella University Minneapolis, MN Total Enrollment 43,915 230.7% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,975 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500
4	University of Missouri-Columbia	31559	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	20006	52756	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO The University of Missouri was established in 1839, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. It’s also home to the world’s first journalism school, which opened in 1909. Alumni include Chris Cooper, Sheryl Crow, Jon Hamm, and Brad Pitt....Read more Total Enrollment 31,559 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,006 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
5	University of Iowa	30779	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	20121	52696	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Iowa Iowa City, IA Found in Iowa City, the University of Iowa accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $55 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 70% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 30,779 2.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,121 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
6	Iowa State University	30432	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17354	53873	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Iowa State University Ames, IA Iowa State University's full name is Iowa State University of Science and Technology. The school has an 18 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 87% first year retention rate, and 51% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 30,432 0.8% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,354 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
7	University of Kansas	29792	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	18322	51217	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Kansas Lawrence, KS Located in Lawrence, the University of Kansas accepts 93% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 50% of......Read more Total Enrollment 29,792 4.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,322 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
8	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	24393	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18029	47692	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $45 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 92% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 24,393 1.7% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $18,029 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,692
9	Missouri State University-Springfield	24360	90.53	1,020 – 1,250	17104	40553	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Missouri State University-Springfield’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 24,360 4.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,104 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
10	Kansas State University	20295	81.99	1,050 – 1,280	18745	49330	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas State University Manhattan, KS Located in Manhattan, Kansas State University accepted 82% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. About 88% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 20,295 2.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $18,745 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
11	Wichita State University	17700	72.11	970 – 1,220	14184	44043	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wichita State University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Wichita State University’s acceptance rate is 72%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 72% and around 25% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 17,700 0.9% Acceptance Rate 72.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,184 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
12	Saint Louis University	17082	75.04	1,140 – 1,400	30911	60716	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO The second oldest Jesuit university in the country, Saint Louis University is also the oldest university west of the Mississippi. The school boasts a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Many students choose to study Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Total Enrollment 17,082 21.3% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $30,911 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
13	Washington University in St Louis	16357	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22440	78073	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO Washington University in St. Louis was named after George Washington and founded in 1853. A private research university, the school received 33,000 applications and accepted just 3,950. Commonly chosen majors are Business Statistics, Financial Mathematics, and Computer Science....Read more Total Enrollment 16,357 0.9% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,440 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
14	University of Nebraska at Omaha	15681	87.27	1,010 – 1,240	13284	45494	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE Found in Omaha, the University of Nebraska at Omaha accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $45 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 74% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 15,681 4.4% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
15	University of North Dakota	15019	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18227	54588	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Located in Grand Forks, the University of North Dakota’s acceptance rate is 77%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 71% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 15,019 6.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
16	Minnesota State University, Mankato	14831	91.33	1,010 – 1,210	17227	50098	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University, Mankato Mankato, MN Based in Mankato, Minnesota State University- Mankato accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 43% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 14,831 1.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,227 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
17	University of Missouri-St Louis	14815	57.16	1,040 – 1,270	11577	47564	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, the University of Missouri-St Louis’s acceptance rate is 57%. Undergraduates have to send in $35 to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,815 Acceptance Rate 57.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
18	University of Missouri-Kansas City	14772	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14201	50298	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, the University of Missouri-Kansas City accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,772 3.6% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,201 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
19	Saint Louis Community College	14627	0	--	7173	30242	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Total Enrollment 14,627 2.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
20	Bellevue University	14476	99.5	--	25735	57732	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Found in Bellevue, Bellevue University accepts 100% of applicants and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 30% of students attending Bellevue University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,476 33.9% Acceptance Rate 99.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
21	University of Central Missouri	12857	63.8	930 – 1,180	15728	41593	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Based in Warrensburg, the University of Central Missouri’s acceptance rate is 64%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 92% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 73% first year retention rate and 34% of students will graduate in four......Read more Total Enrollment 12,857 0.5% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,728 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
22	Fort Hays State University	12843	91.77	940 – 1,340	13774	44428	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fort Hays State University Hays, KS Found in Hays, Fort Hays State University accepts 92% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 78% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 12,843 3.1% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $13,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
23	South Dakota State University	12065	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	18233	49564	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is the largest university in the state. Each year, the school receives around 7,300 applications. 94% of enrolled students get grant aid, $4,327 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Total Enrollment 12,065 4.9% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
24	North Dakota State University	11952	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	16461	54312	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Located in Fargo, North Dakota State University accepts 95% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 70% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,952 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,461 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
25	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	0	--	6053	32525	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 11,380 3.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
26	University of South Dakota	10619	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	18466	46290	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Based in Vermillion, the University of South Dakota accepts 99% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 70% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 10,619 7.6% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
27	Saint Cloud State University	10063	94.95	970 – 1,220	14648	47215	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN Based in Saint Cloud, Saint Cloud State University accepted 95% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 52% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,063 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,648 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
28	Southeast Missouri State University	9500	68.97	970 – 1,190	14843	38150	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO Southeast Missouri State University is fairly selective. A NCAA Division I-FCS school, athletes may receive athletic scholarships. On average, each athlete receives $11,447. The main campus is known as “River Campus,” as Southeast also has regional campuses throughout the area, shared with Three Rivers Community College. Total Enrollment 9,500 1.9% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $14,843 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
29	University of Northern Iowa	9283	87.13	1,010 – 1,220	15931	47222	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA Based in Cedar Falls, the University of Northern Iowa’s acceptance rate is 87% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 73% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 81% first year retention rate and around 44% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Total Enrollment 9,283 2.9% Acceptance Rate 87.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $15,931 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
30	Maryville University of Saint Louis	9261	95.08	970 – 1,210	26733	55047	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maryville University of Saint Louis Saint Louis, MO Maryville University of Saint Louis is made up of six colleges and schools, including the School of Adult and Online Education focused on providing online, weekend, and evening courses....Read more Total Enrollment 9,261 6.3% Acceptance Rate 95.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
31	University of Minnesota Duluth	9253	88.76	1,150 – 1,320	19542	52840	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN Found in Duluth, the University of Minnesota Duluth accepts 89% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 89% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a......Read more Total Enrollment 9,253 1.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,542 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
32	Northwest Missouri State University	9152	86.13	970 – 1,180	15497	41695	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Found in Maryville, Northwest Missouri State University accepted 86% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 93% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 9,152 5.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
33	University of St Thomas	9121	91.25	1,190 – 1,350	32637	62412	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of St Thomas Saint Paul, MN The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 as a Catholic Seminary. The school’s namesake, Thomas Aquinas, is the patron saint of all of the attending students. Other campuses and properties of the university can be found in Minneapolis, Owatonna, and Rome, Italy. Total Enrollment 9,121 54.4% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $32,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
34	Creighton University	8838	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	33364	63090	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Creighton University Omaha, NE Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular area of study for undergraduates attending Creighton University. The school has an impressive 94% first year retention rate and 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Total Enrollment 8,838 7.1% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $33,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
35	Southwest Minnesota State University	7773	64.09	930 – 1,140	14839	43282	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Based in Marshall, Southwest Minnesota State University’s acceptance rate is 64%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 82% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 73%......Read more Total Enrollment 7,773 12.6% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
36	Missouri University of Science and Technology	7154	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	14414	69295	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri University of Science and Technology Rolla, MO Located in Rolla, Missouri University of Science and Technology accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 96% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 86% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 7,154 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $14,414 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
37	Lindenwood University	6826	56.84	1,070 – 1,270	18698	45711	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Lindenwood University has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many students enroll in the Business/Commerce, General program. The school’s campus overlooks the Missouri River and downtown. 678 Lions compete in the NCAA Division I-FCS Ohio Valley Conference. Popular sports include Football, Ice Hockey, and Basketball. Total Enrollment 6,826 6.3% Acceptance Rate 56.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $18,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
38	Winona State University	6074	68.48	1,010 – 1,220	18919	51288	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Winona State University Winona, MN Winona State University is a part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Founded in 1858 as the First State Normal School of Minnesota, it would get its current moniker in 1975. Many undergraduates major in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Total Enrollment 6,074 Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
39	Washburn University	6033	100	890 – 1,140	12894	42881	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washburn University Topeka, KS Based in Topeka, Washburn University’s acceptance rate is 100% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,033 6.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,894 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
40	Metropolitan State University	6005	96.46	--	18233	54828	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Located in Saint Paul, Metropolitan State University accepts 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 5% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 60% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,005 9.4% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
41	Concordia University-Saint Paul	5928	78.87	1,080 – 1,240	17989	50646	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN Found in Saint Paul, Concordia University-Saint Paul accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of students attending Concordia University-Saint Paul currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,928 1.9% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,989 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
42	University of Nebraska at Kearney	5882	89.49	970 – 1,210	16249	43241	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE University of Nebraska at Kearney is a non selective school, and many who enroll pursue Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General. UNK also has a student-to-faculty ratio of 14 to 1 and first year retention rate of 80%. Total Enrollment 5,882 2.2% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $16,249 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
43	Pittsburg State University	5774	87.27	930 – 1,180	19357	43793	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Total Enrollment 5,774 0.7% Acceptance Rate 87.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $19,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
44	Missouri Baptist University	5699	68.6	710 – 970	26117	38997	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Missouri Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 69%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 97% of students attending Missouri Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,699 1.0% Acceptance Rate 68.6% SAT Score 710 – 970 Avg. Net Price $26,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
45	Webster University	4873	95.94	990 – 1,220	27695	39656	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Webster University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Webster University accepts 96% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 4,873 12.7% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $27,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
46	Wayne State College	4666	100	970 – 1,180	15458	40857	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Based in Wayne, Wayne State College accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 54% of students attending Wayne State College currently receive grant aid from the school. At Wayne State College, there is a 72% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 4,666 2.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,458 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
47	Emporia State University	4557	97.71	970 – 1,180	15441	41389	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emporia State University Emporia, KS Based in Emporia, Emporia State University accepts 98% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 83% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 76% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 4,557 2.2% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
48	Minnesota State University Moorhead	4390	52.95	980 – 1,190	18231	45873	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead, MN Based in Moorhead, Minnesota State University Moorhead accepted 53% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 4,390 6.4% Acceptance Rate 53.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $18,231 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
49	Missouri Southern State University	4147	97.06	950 – 1,200	11264	37866	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Southern State University Joplin, MO Found in Joplin, Missouri Southern State University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Missouri Southern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 4,147 1.4% Acceptance Rate 97.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,264 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
50	Bismarck State College	4065	86.66	--	10792	50401	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, Bismarck State College accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $35 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 42% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 4,065 7.8% Acceptance Rate 86.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,792 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
51	Bemidji State University	3926	91.31	1,040 – 1,180	16349	47469	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Bemidji State University accepts 91% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $20 for graduate applications. About 70% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,926 4.0% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
52	University of Mary	3794	78.25	1,090 – 1,290	19225	50191	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Mary Bismarck, ND Although the University of Mary calls North Dakota home and sits along the Missouri River, satellite campuses can be found all over the United States. It also has a study-abroad campus in Rome. In the classroom, students enjoy a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment 3,794 3.9% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $19,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
53	University of Nebraska Medical Center	3786	86.9	--	0	70417	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Total Enrollment 3,786 327.3% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
54	Dakota State University	3774	88.14	1,070 – 1,320	19115	46146	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota State University Madison, SD Based in Madison, Dakota State University accepts 88% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $20 to apply. About 79% of students at Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Dakota State University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 28% of undergraduates will earn a degree......Read more Total Enrollment 3,774 7.6% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $19,115 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
55	Missouri Western State University	3728	99.96	890 – 1,140	12764	37499	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Found in Saint Joseph, Missouri Western State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 80% of students at Missouri Western State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 54% and......Read more Total Enrollment 3,728 7.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,764 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
56	Northern State University	3708	93.17	970 – 1,180	16873	41536	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northern State University Aberdeen, SD Located in Aberdeen, Northern State University’s acceptance rate is 93% and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 83% of students at Northern State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 77%....Read more Total Enrollment 3,708 5.3% Acceptance Rate 93.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,873 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
57	Truman State University	3664	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	12798	43966	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Truman State University Kirksville, MO Originally known as the North Missouri Normal and Commercial School when founded in 1867, the school was renamed the Truman State University (TSU) in 1996 after U.S. President Harry Truman. Athletes, wearing purple and white, are known as the Bulldogs....Read more Total Enrollment 3,664 0.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $12,798 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
58	St Catherine University	3659	91.85	1,040 – 1,230	22357	52795	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Catherine University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, St Catherine University’s acceptance rate is 92%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 3,659 3.4% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $22,357 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
59	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	3656	92.78	1,080 – 1,340	22518	54549	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN Found in Winona, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Saint Mary's University of Minnesota currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 3,656 4.6% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,518 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
60	Rockhurst University	3577	70.89	1,010 – 1,240	23785	61371	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rockhurst University Kansas City, MO There is no application fee at Rockhurst University, where 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $34,253 on average. Rockhurt’s motto is Sapientia Aedificavit Sibi Domum which is Latin for “Wisdom has built herself a home.” The most popular major among students is Registered Nursing. Total Enrollment 3,577 2.3% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,785 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
61	Bethel University	3487	87.8	1,110 – 1,310	30375	55145	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel University Saint Paul, MN At Bethel University, 27% of accepted students will decide to attend. Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are two popular undergraduate majors. The school has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 85% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 3,487 5.6% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $30,375 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
62	Black Hills State University	3475	95.31	970 – 1,180	16474	38927	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Based in Spearfish, Black Hills State University’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,475 Acceptance Rate 95.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,474 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
63	Concordia University-Nebraska	3423	90.04	1,070 – 1,250	24099	44527	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, NE Found in Seward, Concordia University-Nebraska accepts 90% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $25,326 each. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Total Enrollment 3,423 28.3% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $24,099 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
64	Augsburg University	3249	81.98	940 – 1,190	24807	48616	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Augsburg University’s acceptance rate is 82% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending Augsburg University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Augsburg University, there is a 72% first year retention rate and around 45% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 3,249 2.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
65	University of Northwestern-St Paul	3234	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	26779	47544	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN Out of 1 available programs and majors, andLiberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies are the most popular at University of Northwestern, St. Paul. The school got its start as the Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in 1902, becoming a university in 2013....Read more Total Enrollment 3,234 0.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $26,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
66	St Olaf College	3124	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	27282	48373	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Olaf College Northfield, MN Founded by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, St. Olaf has actually been visited by King Olav and King Harald V. Their mascot is St. Olaf Lion and the school’s athletes are known as the Oles. With 45 majors offered, the most popular area of study is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Total Enrollment 3,124 1.6% Acceptance Rate 48.3% SAT Score 1,310 – 1,450 Avg. Net Price $27,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
67	Upper Iowa University	3102	93.38	960 – 1,130	22427	48776	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Upper Iowa University Fayette, IA Based in Fayette, Upper Iowa University accepts 93% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 94% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 3,102 4.0% Acceptance Rate 93.4% SAT Score 960 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $22,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
68	The College of Saint Scholastica	2978	93.89	1,080 – 1,280	23913	62332	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, MN A Roman Catholic school founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the College of St. Scholastica’s motto is “All her paths are peace” in Latin. It’s non selective, and 23% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Total Enrollment 2,978 Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $23,913 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
69	Newman University	2787	47.61	970 – 1,210	19315	47051	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Newman University Wichita, KS Found in Wichita, Newman University’s acceptance rate is 48%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,787 4.6% Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,315 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
70	Avila University	2772	87.8	890 – 1,080	17482	48975	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Avila University Kansas City, MO Found in Kansas City, Avila University accepts 88% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,772 183.4% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
71	Minot State University	2751	64.62	970 – 1,180	12349	46214	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minot State University Minot, ND Based in Minot, Minot State University’s acceptance rate is 65%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 85% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,751 0.4% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $12,349 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
72	Maharishi International University	2666	96.9	960 – 1,220	18875	26468	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Maharishi International University Fairfield, IA Found in Fairfield, Maharishi International University accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 90% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,666 23.7% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,875 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
73	Waldorf University	2657	72.6	970 – 1,110	21510	50515	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Waldorf University Forest City, IA Based in Forest City, Waldorf University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 90% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 46% first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 2,657 15.8% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
74	Evangel University	2621	71.61	1,070 – 1,300	18748	39332	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 2,621 5.3% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,300 Avg. Net Price $18,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
75	Drake University	2585	63.85	1,110 – 1,350	30886	58233	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Total Enrollment 2,585 42.6% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $30,886 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
76	University of Minnesota-Crookston	2510	87.81	1,010 – 1,180	13442	51905	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Based in Crookston, the University of Minnesota-Crookston’s acceptance rate is 88%. They request $30 for undergraduate applications and . About 87% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,510 0.3% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
77	Saint Ambrose University	2498	77.33	980 – 1,190	23578	51616	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA St. Ambrose University got its start as a school of commerce for men. Today, the most popular majors are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. It’s a private Catholic institution with an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. The school motto is “Faith Learning Justice.” Total Enrollment 2,498 7.6% Acceptance Rate 77.3% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,578 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
78	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	2492	85.25	1,180 – 1,350	20243	62863	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD Located in Rapid City, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 77% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Total Enrollment 2,492 15.2% Acceptance Rate 85.3% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $20,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
79	Benedictine College	2464	76.45	1,110 – 1,360	28451	45000	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Benedictine College Atchison, KS Benedictine College’s core values are built into the four “pillars” of the school which are known as Catholic, Benedictine, Liberal Arts, and Residential. The college’s motto is “Forward. Always Forward.” Its campus is located along the bends of the Missouri River....Read more Total Enrollment 2,464 4.3% Acceptance Rate 76.5% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,451 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
80	Hamline University	2438	89.83	1,040 – 1,250	22759	47139	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hamline University Saint Paul, MN Based in Saint Paul, Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,438 Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,759 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
81	Augustana University	2390	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	25280	49826	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, navy blue and gold are the official colors of the Vikings, who compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Education, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio....Read more Total Enrollment 2,390 10.8% Acceptance Rate 67.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $25,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
82	Chadron State College	2205	0	--	13852	39139	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Total Enrollment 2,205 21.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,852 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
83	Morningside University	2158	70.57	1,040 – 1,210	23482	47687	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Morningside University Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, Morningside University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Morningside University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s......Read more Total Enrollment 2,158 82.0% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,482 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
84	Southwest Baptist University	2155	99.72	970 – 1,210	19781	38855	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwest Baptist University Bolivar, MO Located in Bolivar, Southwest Baptist University accepts 100% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 76% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,155 13.7% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,781 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
85	Macalester College	2144	28.52	1,350 – 1,500	38571	46244	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Macalester College Saint Paul, MN Macalester College is a private liberal arts college that sits near the Mississippi River in the heart of the Twin Cities. Students can earn up to a bachelor’s degree and a commonly selected major is Econometrics and Quantitative Economics....Read more Total Enrollment 2,144 0.1% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,350 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $38,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
86	Carleton College	2128	20.41	1,450 – 1,560	29434	53989	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Carleton College Northfield, MN Part of the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, the most popular sports at Carleton College are Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Football, and Swimming and Diving (combined). They’re known as the Knights and wear blue and maize. Computer Science is a commonly chosen undergraduate major. Total Enrollment 2,128 2.9% Acceptance Rate 20.4% SAT Score 1,450 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $29,434 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
87	Friends University	2042	60.46	940 – 1,120	22579	42960	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Friends University Wichita, KS Located in Wichita, Friends University’s acceptance rate is 60%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,042 14.7% Acceptance Rate 60.5% SAT Score 940 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,579 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
88	Doane University	1993	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26112	46009	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Doane University Crete, NE Located in Crete, Doane University accepts 98% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,993 2.6% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,112 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
89	University of Dubuque	1963	88.63	950 – 1,200	25216	44960	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Dubuque Dubuque, IA Located in Dubuque, the University of Dubuque’s acceptance rate is 89% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,963 8.0% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,216 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
90	Gustavus Adolphus College	1952	61.8	1,210 – 1,400	28805	51546	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter, MN Psychology, General is the most popular major at Gustavus Adolphus College. A fairly selective school, it received 4,450 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 2,750 of them. The college has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 1,952 Acceptance Rate 61.8% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $28,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
91	Dordt University	1929	71.16	1,070 – 1,330	27925	50551	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Found in Sioux Center, Dordt University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,929 2.0% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $27,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
92	Concordia College at Moorhead	1868	63.06	1,080 – 1,280	25488	48225	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concordia College at Moorhead Moorhead, MN Concordia College at Moorhead has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 80% first year retention rate. It’s home to a robust music program with several choirs, bands, and orchestras. Students are known as the Cobbers and compete in the NCAA Division III with football Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Total Enrollment 1,868 0.5% Acceptance Rate 63.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $25,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
93	Valley City State University	1806	99.07	930 – 1,180	13841	45820	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Valley City State University Valley City, ND Found in Valley City, Valley City State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and charges $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 94% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 35% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 1,806 3.0% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,841 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
94	Lincoln University	1799	0	800 – 1,040	12673	32185	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Total Enrollment 1,799 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score 800 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $12,673 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
95	Grand View University	1796	98.43	930 – 1,140	22296	47582	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grand View University Des Moines, IA Based in Des Moines, Grand View University’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and 39% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Total Enrollment 1,796 8.9% Acceptance Rate 98.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
96	Grinnell College	1788	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	33446	49004	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Grinnell College Grinnell, IA The most popular majors at Grinnell College include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. Part of the Midwest Conference and NCAA Division III with football, the Pioneers, wearing scarlet and black, have a wide variety of sports to choose from, such as Football,......Read more Total Enrollment 1,788 0.7% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $33,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
97	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	1749	85.19	--	10601	37251	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Found in Cloquet, Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College accepts 85% of applicants. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,749 6.1% Acceptance Rate 85.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
98	William Woods University	1729	74.49	1,040 – 1,240	22925	39265	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Woods University Fulton, MO Found in Fulton, William Woods University accepts 74% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 72% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 1,729 118.6% Acceptance Rate 74.5% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,925 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
99	Crown College	1727	62.81	1,010 – 1,210	27196	39003	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Located in Saint Bonifacius, Crown College’s acceptance rate is 63%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,727 38.0% Acceptance Rate 62.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $27,196 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
100	Northwestern College	1708	80.35	1,040 – 1,210	24737	46731	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern College Orange City, IA Many students - 620 to be exact - participate in sports at Northwestern College. They’re known as the Red Raiders and compete in the NAIA Division II Great Plains Athletic Conference. In the classroom, NWC has 34 majors and programs to choose from. Total Enrollment 1,708 2.6% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
101	Ranken Technical College	1696	0	--	16136	51342	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Total Enrollment 1,696 1.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,136 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
102	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1654	79.82	1,110 – 1,280	24863	47667	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, NE Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private school, associated with the United Methodists. It has 40 available majors and programs – Business/Commerce, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Total Enrollment 1,654 1.0% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,863 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
103	Peru State College	1638	77.08	--	11855	39150	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Total Enrollment 1,638 4.4% Acceptance Rate 77.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,855 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
104	Drury University	1615	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	22194	37508	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Drury University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,615 1.3% Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $22,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
105	Missouri Valley College	1594	52.69	900 – 1,070	18396	36902	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Located in Marshall, Missouri Valley College accepts 53% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 41% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 1,594 4.2% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 900 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $18,396 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
106	Logan University	1582	90	940 – 1,040	11144	42378	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Logan University Chesterfield, MO Located in Chesterfield, Logan University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 38% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 1,582 12.9% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $11,144 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
107	Saint Johns University	1572	77.43	1,080 – 1,280	29473	59843	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Johns University Collegeville, MN Saint John’s University is an all-male school that has a partnership with the College of Saint Benedict, the women’s college. They share curriculum and access to resources. Saint John’s has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and a 85% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 1,572 4.4% Acceptance Rate 77.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,473 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
108	Midland University	1557	66.92	950 – 1,210	24143	45145	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Midland University Fremont, NE Located in Fremont, Midland University’s acceptance rate is 67% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,557 16.2% Acceptance Rate 66.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
109	MidAmerica Nazarene University	1538	78.8	940 – 1,140	29992	57433	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) MidAmerica Nazarene University Olathe, KS Located in Olathe, MidAmerica Nazarene University accepts 79% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of students attending MidAmerica Nazarene University currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $20,496 on average. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,538 2.0% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $29,992 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
110	Dunwoody College of Technology	1534	55.4	930 – 1,210	24789	59069	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Based in Minneapolis, Dunwoody College of Technology accepts 55% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,534 7.7% Acceptance Rate 55.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,789 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
111	Wartburg College	1481	99.41	1,010 – 1,200	23321	48795	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching are popular majors at Wartburg College, whose motto is “Experience more.” The school was founded in 1852, and it moved several times between Illinois and Iowa....Read more Total Enrollment 1,481 2.1% Acceptance Rate 99.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $23,321 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
112	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	1480	38.71	--	11577	74758	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Rochester, MN Total Enrollment 1,480 0.0% Acceptance Rate 38.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,577 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
113	University of Saint Mary	1462	86.63	920 – 1,170	23611	54827	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Saint Mary Leavenworth, KS Based in Leavenworth, the University of Saint Mary accepts 87% of applicants. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of Saint Mary will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,462 3.4% Acceptance Rate 86.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,611 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
114	College of the Ozarks	1454	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	12279	36507	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Thanks to a student work program and donations, students don’t have to pay tuition to attend the College of the Ozarks. It has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 90% first year retention rate. CofO is extremely selective and out of those accepted, 81% decided to attend. Total Enrollment 1,454 1.7% Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $12,279 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
115	Mount Mercy University	1451	78.76	970 – 1,180	23972	52871	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Mount Mercy University’s acceptance rate is 79% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Mount Mercy University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mount Mercy University, there is a 74% first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 1,451 4.9% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,972 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
116	University of Sioux Falls	1450	82.98	970 – 1,140	21049	46712	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD Based in Sioux Falls, the University of Sioux Falls accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at the University of Sioux Falls currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 1,450 3.9% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,049 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
117	College of Saint Benedict	1429	88.87	1,040 – 1,280	29720	54567	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph, MN Partnered with Saint John’s University for men, the College of Saint Benedict is exclusively for women. The school got its start in 1913 with only six students. Since 1955, the two campuses have shared resources. CSB has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, 86% first year retention rate, and 74% four year graduation rate. Total Enrollment 1,429 2.8% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $29,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
118	William Penn University	1425	51.88	890 – 1,110	22361	40189	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA Found in Oskaloosa, William Penn University’s acceptance rate is 52% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students attending William Penn University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,425 7.2% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,361 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
119	Dickinson State University	1410	36.95	900 – 1,110	15490	48628	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dickinson State University Dickinson, ND Found in Dickinson, Dickinson State University accepts 37% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Dickinson State University will receive institutional grant aid. At Dickinson State University, there is a 67% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 1,410 3.0% Acceptance Rate 37.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $15,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
120	Luther College	1384	84.02	1,100 – 1,370	24790	49541	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Luther College Decorah, IA Luther College started as a Lutheran seminary opened by Norwegian immigrants. The upper campus is on the National Register of Historic Places, while the Upper Iowa River flows through the lower campus. Biology/Biological Sciences, General is a popular area of study, and the school has a first year retention rate of 77%. Total Enrollment 1,384 5.4% Acceptance Rate 84.0% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
121	University of Jamestown	1376	88.08	1,010 – 1,210	20897	51151	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Jamestown Jamestown, ND Located in Jamestown, the University of Jamestown accepts 88% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,376 21.7% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,897 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
122	Mount Marty University	1284	42.57	970 – 1,210	23163	46984	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mount Marty University Yankton, SD Mount Marty University is highly selective and has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. A NAIA Division II school, most of the 487 athletes compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. They're known as the Lancers and wear navy blue and gold. Total Enrollment 1,284 2.3% Acceptance Rate 42.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $23,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
123	Baker University	1264	94.18	970 – 1,110	23410	54747	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Baker University Baldwin City, KS Found in Baldwin City, Baker University accepted 94% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 66% and 49% of......Read more Total Enrollment 1,264 7.1% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $23,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
124	Buena Vista University	1264	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	18156	43572	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA Buena Vista University has a 13 to 1 student to faculty ratio, 77% first year retention rate, and 56% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service. Popular majors among students include Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, and General. Total Enrollment 1,264 3.4% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $18,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
125	Oglala Lakota College	1229	92.79	--	3563	20536	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Found in Kyle, Oglala Lakota College accepted 93% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $15 for graduate applications. About 79% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,229 7.1% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
126	Coe College	1195	64.04	1,090 – 1,330	20940	47136	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA Located in Cedar Rapids, Coe College accepts 64% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,195 6.5% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
127	Loras College	1169	18.54	1,020 – 1,200	22338	46069	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Loras College Dubuque, IA Loras College offers up to a Master's degree, with 33 programs to choose from. Business Administration and Management, General is a top choice. The private school also has an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate....Read more Total Enrollment 1,169 5.1% Acceptance Rate 18.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,338 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
128	Simpson College	1163	88.88	1,400 – 1,460	23637	49946	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Simpson College Indianola, IA Simpson College is non selective. 100% receive grant aid, $35,240 on average. Attending students enjoy an 11 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Total Enrollment 1,163 1.0% Acceptance Rate 88.9% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
129	Graceland University-Lamoni	1106	80.83	920 – 1,140	16632	40792	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Graceland University-Lamoni Lamoni, IA Located in Lamoni, Graceland University-Lamoni accepted 81% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Graceland University-Lamoni will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 56%......Read more Total Enrollment 1,106 8.1% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $16,632 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
130	Harris-Stowe State University	1098	51.4	850 – 1,010	9302	26634	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis, MO Based in Saint Louis, Harris-Stowe State University accepted 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 64% and its......Read more Total Enrollment 1,098 1.3% Acceptance Rate 51.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,302 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
131	Cornell College	1087	80.66	1,140 – 1,350	25850	39299	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA Students at Cornell College follow a “block plan,” where they attend one course at a time over a few weeks. In a year, students can expect to finish eight blocks, or courses. Classes tend to be smaller, with a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Total Enrollment 1,087 Acceptance Rate 80.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,850 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
132	Central College	1084	86.17	1,040 – 1,240	22499	49115	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central College Pella, IA Located in Pella, Central College accepts 86% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Central College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,084 1.0% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,499 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
133	Clarkson College	1078	64.29	1,040 – 1,180	13814	62339	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarkson College Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Clarkson College’s acceptance rate is 64% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 68% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,078 70.8% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
134	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	1067	73.41	1,010 – 1,110	20650	61249	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Total Enrollment 1,067 2.6% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $20,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
135	Ottawa University-Ottawa	1055	80.03	860 – 1,100	28126	49139	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa, KS Located in Ottawa, Ottawa University-Ottawa’s acceptance rate is 80%. Undergraduates have to pay $50 to apply. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 25% and 26% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Total Enrollment 1,055 3.5% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
136	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	56.86	940 – 1,140	25050	43860	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette, MO Located in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences accepts 57% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,041 2.2% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
137	Southwestern College	1041	74.43	900 – 1,110	27337	48034	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southwestern College Winfield, KS Based in Winfield, Southwestern College accepted 74% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,041 8.6% Acceptance Rate 74.4% SAT Score 900 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,337 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
138	Northwestern Health Sciences University	1032	91.88	--	29794	43760	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Total Enrollment 1,032 Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
139	Culver-Stockton College	1028	65.18	--	22103	40673	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Culver-Stockton College Canton, MO Located in Canton, Culver-Stockton College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Culver-Stockton College will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,028 3.8% Acceptance Rate 65.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,103 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
140	National American University-Rapid City	1026	48.14	--	22086	29641	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) National American University-Rapid City Rapid City, SD Found in Rapid City, National American University-Rapid City accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 0% of students attending National American University-Rapid City will receive institutional grant aid. At National American......Read more Total Enrollment 1,026 10.4% Acceptance Rate 48.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,641
141	Clarke University	1025	68.16	970 – 1,150	25692	49157	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Clarke University Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Clarke University’s acceptance rate is 68%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Clarke University currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $23,601 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,025 30.6% Acceptance Rate 68.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $25,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
142	Mayville State University	1025	78.25	890 – 1,180	14050	43597	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mayville State University Mayville, ND Based in Mayville, Mayville State University accepts 78% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 76% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 61% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 1,025 4.8% Acceptance Rate 78.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
143	William Jewell College	1004	38.36	1,010 – 1,210	17408	54197	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) William Jewell College Liberty, MO William Jewell College dates back to 1849 and was originally associated with the Missouri Baptist Convention. The school became independent in 2003. Out of the accepted students, 33% decide to attend. If taking the ACT, students should aim for between a 19 - 25. Total Enrollment 1,004 13.3% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $17,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
144	Columbia College	985	88.78	930 – 1,120	22655	40747	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Columbia College Columbia, MO Based in Columbia, Columbia College’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 61% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 985 3.5% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,655 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
145	North Central University	984	90.82	970 – 1,180	23694	37688	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) North Central University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, North Central University’s acceptance rate is 91%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 92% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 76% first......Read more Total Enrollment 984 3.8% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,694 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
146	University of Minnesota-Morris	981	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9539	43163	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota-Morris Morris, MN Based in Morris, the University of Minnesota-Morris’s acceptance rate is 75% and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 95% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 981 3.8% Acceptance Rate 74.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $9,539 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
147	Hastings College	959	65.4	970 – 1,270	21821	45590	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hastings College Hastings, NE Located in Hastings, Hastings College accepts 65% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 959 5.1% Acceptance Rate 65.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $21,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
148	Kansas Wesleyan University	952	67.02	930 – 1,140	23419	44811	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS Based in Salina, Kansas Wesleyan University’s acceptance rate is 67% and requires $200 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 97% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 952 Acceptance Rate 67.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $23,419 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
149	Briar Cliff University	940	59.83	970 – 1,180	23292	48338	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Briar Cliff University Sioux City, IA Briar Cliff University has a 13 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 78% first year retention rate. 98% of students typically receive around $26,325 to help offset the cost of college. Briar Cliff is a NAIA Division II school, and the average athletic scholarship for 410 Chargers is $11,290. Total Enrollment 940 2.9% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
150	Mercy College of Health Sciences	907	98.78	1,010 – 1,180	24881	53375	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mercy College of Health Sciences Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Mercy College of Health Sciences accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 31% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Total Enrollment 907 0.2% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,881 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
151	Bethany Lutheran College	899	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	19456	40652	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Lutheran College Mankato, MN Bethany Lutheran College has a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 72% first-year retention rate. 53% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $20,192 on average. Total Enrollment 899 0.3% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,456 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
152	Dakota Wesleyan University	886	72.77	970 – 1,250	21901	49432	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Dakota Wesleyan University Mitchell, SD Dakota Wesleyan University dates back to 1885 and its campus today is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s fairly selective, and 840 out of 1,150 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Total Enrollment 886 10.8% Acceptance Rate 72.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
153	Martin Luther College	880	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	21072	40760	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Martin Luther College New Ulm, MN Martin Luther College’s motto is “Via Veritas Vita,” or “The Way, the Truth, the Life.” Many students study Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other. The school was established in 1995 when Northwestern College (1865) merged with Dr. Martin Luther College (1884). Total Enrollment 880 2.4% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $21,072 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
154	Haskell Indian Nations University	878	88.32	850 – 1,010	4537	28425	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Total Enrollment 878 20.8% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $4,537 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
155	McPherson College	878	76.76	970 – 1,160	25490	41446	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Total Enrollment 878 11.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $25,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
156	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	814	48.36	1,170 – 1,380	27031	35198	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Minneapolis College of Art and Design Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Minneapolis College of Art and Design accepts 48% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Minneapolis College of Art......Read more Total Enrollment 814 1.5% Acceptance Rate 48.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $27,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
157	Kansas City Art Institute	813	54.76	890 – 1,230	30142	25529	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas City Art Institute Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Kansas City Art Institute’s acceptance rate is 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 100% of students attending Kansas City Art Institute currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 813 10.2% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,142 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
158	Cox College	795	71.43	1,180 – 1,210	0	58703	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cox College Springfield, MO Based in Springfield, Cox College accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 0% of students attending Cox College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 795 10.1% Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,703
159	Herzing University-Minneapolis	752	93.82	--	15275	35295	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park, MN Total Enrollment 752 6.9% Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,275 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
160	Bryan College of Health Sciences	746	62.91	1,010 – 1,180	21834	66305	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Total Enrollment 746 24.7% Acceptance Rate 62.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $21,834 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
161	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	716	0	--	13749	37508	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 716 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
162	Ozark Christian College	701	98.19	1,040 – 1,280	17968	32528	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ozark Christian College Joplin, MO Located in Joplin, Ozark Christian College’s acceptance rate is 98%. They require $30 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Ozark Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 81% and around 26% of students will graduate within four years. Three......Read more Total Enrollment 701 15.3% Acceptance Rate 98.2% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $17,968 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
163	Turtle Mountain Community College	698	0	--	5730	30931	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Total Enrollment 698 16.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,730 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
164	Sterling College	694	89.16	1,000 – 1,180	22996	40722	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sterling College Sterling, KS Located in Sterling, Sterling College accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay $25 to apply. Approximately 100% of students at Sterling College will receive institutional grant aid. At Sterling College, there is a 50% first year retention rate and around 36% of......Read more Total Enrollment 694 1.8% Acceptance Rate 89.2% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
165	Sinte Gleska University	683	98.71	--	7439	15889	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Total Enrollment 683 41.7% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,439 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
166	Bethany College	637	78.6	960 – 1,120	29571	40805	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany College Lindsborg, KS One of the oldest colleges in the state, Bethany College opened in 1881. 100% of students receive institutional grant aid and, as a NAIA Division II school, there are athletic scholarships available. Many choose to pursue degrees in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General. Total Enrollment 637 14.4% Acceptance Rate 78.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,571 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
167	Union Adventist University	635	99.89	940 – 1,220	23602	43853	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE Located in Lincoln, Union Adventist University accepts 100% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Union Adventist University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 635 4.6% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $23,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
168	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	631	75.15	1,160 – 1,330	33392	116360	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO A majority of students attending the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis are graduates, only 280 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 85% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Total Enrollment 631 139.0% Acceptance Rate 75.2% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $33,392 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
169	Nebraska Indian Community College	624	86.9	--	22666	25591	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Total Enrollment 624 31.6% Acceptance Rate 86.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,666 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
170	Tabor College	621	64.58	830 – 1,100	19998	42896	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Tabor College Hillsboro, KS Based in Hillsboro, Tabor College’s acceptance rate is 65% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Tabor College will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 53% and around 42% of students will graduate within four years. Three common......Read more Total Enrollment 621 1.1% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 830 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $19,998 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
171	Westminster College	593	77.58	1,080 – 1,240	26780	40992	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Westminster College Fulton, MO Located in Fulton, Westminster College accepted 78% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Westminster College will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 593 2.8% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,780 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
172	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	586	49.68	1,030 – 1,220	18288	33372	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary Ankeny, IA Based in Ankeny, Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 50% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Total Enrollment 586 55.4% Acceptance Rate 49.7% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,288 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
173	York University	585	47.63	850 – 1,170	20163	36447	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) York University York, NE Found in York, York University accepted 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 585 32.4% Acceptance Rate 47.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,163 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
174	University of Minnesota Rochester	572	71.01	1,070 – 1,350	13840	57984	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Minnesota Rochester Rochester, MN Based in Rochester, the University of Minnesota Rochester accepts 71% of applicants and charges $30 for undergraduate applications. About 71% of students at the University of Minnesota Rochester will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 70% and around 43% of students will graduate in......Read more Total Enrollment 572 2.7% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $13,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
175	United Tribes Technical College	542	84.24	--	2541	21254	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Located in Bismarck, United Tribes Technical College accepts 84% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students at United Tribes Technical College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 542 7.1% Acceptance Rate 84.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,541 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
176	Stephens College	532	91.85	1,100 – 1,270	23261	36778	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Stephens College Columbia, MO Located in Columbia, Stephens College accepts 92% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. About 100% of students attending Stephens College will receive institutional grant aid. The first year retention rate is 89%....Read more Total Enrollment 532 30.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $23,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
177	Urshan College	514	83.87	950 – 1,130	12427	63721	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Urshan College Wentzville, MO Total Enrollment 514 0.0% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score 950 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $12,427 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
178	Bethel College-North Newton	507	93.5	880 – 1,190	24879	40808	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethel College-North Newton North Newton, KS Found in North Newton, Bethel College-North Newton accepts 94% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 507 2.0% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,879 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
179	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	499	58.74	1,140 – 1,280	0	71761	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Saint Louis, MO Total Enrollment 499 20.2% Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $71,761
180	California Intercontinental University	484	100	--	0	63721	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) California Intercontinental University Sioux Falls, SD Total Enrollment 484 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
181	Allen College	483	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Total Enrollment 483 28.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,078
182	Central Christian College of Kansas	455	95.7	920 – 1,120	12217	37685	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson, KS Based in McPherson, Central Christian College of Kansas accepts 96% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 95% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 455 15.3% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,217 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
183	Hannibal-LaGrange University	441	58.74	1,020 – 1,230	20640	41185	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Total Enrollment 441 14.4% Acceptance Rate 58.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $20,640 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
184	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	430	100	--	0	28788	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton Fenton, MO Total Enrollment 430 5.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
185	Mission University	377	59.54	1,010 – 1,140	21138	30600	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Mission University accepted 60% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 96% of students at Mission University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 377 37.6% Acceptance Rate 59.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $21,138 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
186	Donnelly College	349	95.7	--	14923	34791	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Located in Kansas City, Donnelly College accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Donnelly College, there is a 64% first year retention rate and around......Read more Total Enrollment 349 2.5% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
187	Chamberlain University-Missouri	328	83.33	--	34947	84533	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chamberlain University-Missouri St. Louis, MO Total Enrollment 328 12.5% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,947 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
188	Hesston College	308	88.32	970 – 1,150	22691	46707	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hesston College Hesston, KS Hesston College offers up to Bachelor's degrees, with many students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. With a high 94% first year retention rate, 75% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Total Enrollment 308 5.2% Acceptance Rate 88.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $22,691 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
189	Research College of Nursing	303	71.43	1,110 – 1,280	0	59213	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Research College of Nursing Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 303 Acceptance Rate 71.4% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
190	Sitting Bull College	263	95.81	--	4205	23563	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Total Enrollment 263 13.9% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
191	Calvary University	262	70.91	870 – 1,170	12860	33144	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 262 18.4% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $12,860 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
192	Cottey College	261	70.23	970 – 1,210	18430	32903	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cottey College Nevada, MO Located in Nevada, Cottey College accepts 70% of applicants and requests $20 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Cottey College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 261 1.9% Acceptance Rate 70.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,430 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
193	Rasmussen University-Kansas	255	100	--	17320	41436	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka, KS Total Enrollment 255 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
194	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	244	36.22	--	20462	29234	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Total Enrollment 244 43.5% Acceptance Rate 36.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
195	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	240	98.83	--	27806	33845	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Concorde Career College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 240 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,806 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
196	City Vision University	234	100	--	8639	40650	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) City Vision University Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 234 77.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,639 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,650
197	Sisseton Wahpeton College	215	82.08	--	3284	55193	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Total Enrollment 215 15.0% Acceptance Rate 82.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,284 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,193
198	Bethany Global University	201	93.88	--	19840	50472	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethany Global University Bloomington, MN Based in Bloomington, Bethany Global University accepts 94% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Bethany Global University currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $7,991 each. The first year retention rate is 72%....Read more Total Enrollment 201 9.5% Acceptance Rate 93.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $19,840 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
199	Bethlehem College & Seminary	200	97.33	1,130 – 1,270	0	50472	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bethlehem College & Seminary Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Bethlehem College & Seminary accepted 97% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 0% of students at Bethlehem College & Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 200 73.9% Acceptance Rate 97.3% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472
200	Emmaus Bible College	197	97.7	970 – 1,240	14393	34653	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Emmaus Bible College Dubuque, IA Found in Dubuque, Emmaus Bible College’s acceptance rate is 98% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 98% of students attending Emmaus Bible College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention rate is 57% and 52% of......Read more Total Enrollment 197 4.4% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $14,393 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
201	St Luke's College	196	44.44	930 – 1,110	12771	54850	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Located in Sioux City, St Luke's College’s acceptance rate is 44% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 196 Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
202	Barclay College	187	54.49	930 – 1,110	25548	35820	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Barclay College Haviland, KS Located in Haviland, Barclay College accepted 54% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $15 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 187 7.0% Acceptance Rate 54.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $25,548 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
203	Central Christian College of the Bible	183	70.91	930 – 1,080	13695	30223	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Christian College of the Bible Moberly, MO Based in Moberly, Central Christian College of the Bible accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $100 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 57% of students decide to......Read more Total Enrollment 183 16.6% Acceptance Rate 70.9% SAT Score 930 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $13,695 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
204	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	164	100	--	16397	41436	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, MN Total Enrollment 164 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
205	Bryan University	159	72.73	--	20259	28498	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan University Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 159 25.2% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,259 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
206	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	158	60.05	--	3669	53001	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College New Town, ND Total Enrollment 158 8.1% Acceptance Rate 60.1% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,669 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,001
207	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	147	100	1,080 – 1,140	25189	59213	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences Cape Girardeau, MO Found in Cape Girardeau, Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle....Read more Total Enrollment 147 9.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $25,189 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
208	Manhattan Christian College	145	100	1,040 – 1,180	23523	40023	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Manhattan Christian College Manhattan, KS Based in Manhattan, Manhattan Christian College accepts 100% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 145 9.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $23,523 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
209	Bolivar Technical College	144	81.82	--	0	63721	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bolivar Technical College Bolivar, MO Total Enrollment 144 10.8% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
210	Kansas Christian College	143	98.83	--	15996	63721	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Christian College Overland Park, KS Total Enrollment 143 Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
211	Oak Hills Christian College	117	91.88	890 – 1,080	24674	31108	#211 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oak Hills Christian College Bemidji, MN Located in Bemidji, Oak Hills Christian College accepts 92% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and . About 96% of students attending Oak Hills Christian College will receive grant aid from the school. 55% of students continued studying at Oak Hills Christian College after completing their first......Read more Total Enrollment 117 14.7% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $24,674 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,108
212	Academy College	116	100	--	29280	45418	#212 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Academy College Bloomington, MN Total Enrollment 116 10.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,280 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,418
213	College of Saint Mary	0	37.72	890 – 1,150	14265	59339	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE The College of Saint Mary is the only Catholic university for women in the Great Plains region. Of attending students, 100% receive grant aid, $19,829 on average. Student athletes at the College of Saint Mary are known as the Flames and they compete in the Great Plains Athletic Conference as members of the NAIA....Read more Total Enrollment -- Acceptance Rate 37.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $14,265 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
214	Park University	0	69.04	930 – 1,140	15637	50550	#214 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Park University Parkville, MO Located in Parkville, Park University accepts 69% of applicants. They require $25 for undergraduate applications. About 72% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment -- Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550