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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	17209	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 $17,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
2	Walden University	49441	0	--	34282	50657	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Walden University Minneapolis, MN Total Enrollment 49,441 11.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $34,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,657
3	Capella University	47761	100	--	17199	48500	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Capella University Minneapolis, MN Located in Minneapolis, Capella University accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 0% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 47,761 8.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,199 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,500
4	University of Missouri-Columbia	31543	78.47	1,150 – 1,370	22169	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 31,543 1.7% Acceptance Rate 78.5% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $22,169 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,756
5	University of Iowa	30779	83.62	1,100 – 1,320	21765	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 $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 72% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 30,779 2.5% Acceptance Rate 83.6% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $21,765 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,696
6	Iowa State University	30380	88.66	1,090 – 1,330	17779	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, 88% first year retention rate, and 52% 4-year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 30,380 0.7% Acceptance Rate 88.7% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,873
7	University of Kansas	29792	93.48	1,050 – 1,310	19205	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 87% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Kansas, there is a 86% first year retention rate and 53% of......Read more Total Enrollment 29,792 4.9% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $19,205 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,217
8	University of Nebraska-Lincoln	24393	87.49	1,110 – 1,320	18322	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 $18,322 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	17181	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 $72 for graduate applications. Approximately 79% of students attending Missouri State University-Springfield currently receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 24,360 4.0% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $17,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,553
10	Kansas State University	20295	81.69	1,050 – 1,280	20527	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 89% of students attending Kansas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 20,295 2.8% Acceptance Rate 81.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $20,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,330
11	Saint Louis University	17059	75.04	1,210 – 1,410	27749	60716	#11 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 17,059 0.8% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $27,749 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,716
12	Wichita State University	16689	93.95	930 – 1,220	14228	44043	#12 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 94%. They request $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of students attending Wichita State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and around 31% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 16,689 0.3% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,043
13	Washington University in St Louis	16357	12.06	1,480 – 1,560	22408	78073	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Washington University in St Louis St. 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, Computer Science, and Law....Read more Total Enrollment 16,357 0.9% Acceptance Rate 12.1% SAT Score 1,480 – 1,560 Avg. Net Price $22,408 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $78,073
14	Saint Louis Community College	15649	0	--	9181	30242	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Saint Louis Community College Bridgeton, MO Total Enrollment 15,649 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,181 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,242
15	Minnesota State University, Mankato	15271	88.44	1,080 – 1,210	18861	50098	#15 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 88% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $40 for graduate applications. Approximately 64% of students attending Minnesota State University- Mankato currently receive institutional grant......Read more Total Enrollment 15,271 3.8% Acceptance Rate 88.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,861 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,098
16	University of North Dakota	15019	76.9	1,050 – 1,250	18076	54588	#16 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 80% of students attending the University of North Dakota will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 15,019 6.0% Acceptance Rate 76.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $18,076 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,588
17	University of Nebraska at Omaha	14972	86.98	1,010 – 1,240	13662	45494	#17 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 $50 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 14,972 0.3% Acceptance Rate 87.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $13,662 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,494
18	University of Missouri-St Louis	14736	62.67	1,020 – 1,290	14008	47564	#18 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 63%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 99% of students attending the University of Missouri-St Louis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 14,736 0.4% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $14,008 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,564
19	University of Missouri-Kansas City	14732	72.18	1,060 – 1,330	14748	50298	#19 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 91% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 14,732 3.6% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 1,060 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $14,748 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,298
20	Bellevue University	14667	0	--	16210	57732	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bellevue University Bellevue, NE Total Enrollment 14,667 1.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,210 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,732
21	Fort Hays State University	12878	90.26	970 – 1,180	13186	44428	#21 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 90% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 82% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 12,878 0.3% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,186 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,428
22	University of Central Missouri	12857	63.8	930 – 1,180	14943	41593	#22 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 $30 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Central Missouri, there is a 74% first year retention rate and 39% of students will graduate in four......Read more Total Enrollment 12,857 0.5% Acceptance Rate 63.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,943 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,593
23	South Dakota State University	12056	98.34	1,020 – 1,220	19932	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, $4,474 on average. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most commonly chosen major by far. Total Enrollment 12,056 4.9% Acceptance Rate 98.3% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,932 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,564
24	North Dakota State University	11952	94.96	1,010 – 1,210	15596	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 72% of students attending North Dakota State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,952 Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,596 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,312
25	Ozarks Technical Community College	11380	0	--	8042	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 $8,042 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,525
26	Saint Cloud State University	10732	94.8	940 – 1,220	14735	47215	#26 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 78% of students at Saint Cloud State University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 10,732 2.1% Acceptance Rate 94.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,735 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,215
27	University of South Dakota	10619	98.78	1,020 – 1,220	19133	46290	#27 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 74% of students at the University of South Dakota currently receive grant aid from the school. 79% of students continued studying at the University of South Dakota after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 10,619 7.6% Acceptance Rate 98.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $19,133 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,290
28	Southeast Missouri State University	9501	73.52	850 – 1,040	16185	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 9,501 1.9% Acceptance Rate 73.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $16,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,150
29	Rasmussen University-Minnesota	9416	83.27	--	17667	41436	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud, MN Found in St. Cloud, Rasmussen University-Minnesota accepts 83% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 24% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. At Rasmussen University-Minnesota, there is a 100% first year retention rate and 0% of students will graduate in......Read more Total Enrollment 9,416 6.7% Acceptance Rate 83.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,667 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
30	University of St Thomas	9410	85.36	1,220 – 1,380	31250	62412	#30 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 9,410 3.2% Acceptance Rate 85.4% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $31,250 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,412
31	University of Northern Iowa	9278	92.74	1,010 – 1,250	16437	47222	#31 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 93% and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 80% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At the University of Northern Iowa, there is a 82% first year retention rate and around 43% of undergraduates will earn......Read more Total Enrollment 9,278 2.9% Acceptance Rate 92.7% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $16,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,222
32	Maryville University of Saint Louis	9261	95.08	1,010 – 1,240	22983	55047	#32 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 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $22,983 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,047
33	University of Minnesota Duluth	9253	88.75	1,150 – 1,320	20128	52840	#33 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 $40 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 94% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, there is a 81% first year retention rate and a 43%......Read more Total Enrollment 9,253 1.0% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 1,150 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $20,128 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,840
34	Northwest Missouri State University	9152	86.09	1,010 – 1,180	16790	41695	#34 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 . Approximately 91% of students at Northwest Missouri State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 9,152 5.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,790 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,695
35	Creighton University	8581	79.75	1,250 – 1,410	32636	63090	#35 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 8,581 3.9% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,250 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $32,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,090
36	Webster University	8260	86.23	990 – 1,230	29503	39656	#36 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 86% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 99% of students at Webster University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 69% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 8,260 8.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $29,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,656
37	Southwest Minnesota State University	8214	62.18	890 – 1,140	15547	43282	#37 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 62%. They charge $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 92% of students at Southwest Minnesota State University currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 74% and......Read more Total Enrollment 8,214 12.2% Acceptance Rate 62.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $15,547 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,282
38	Missouri University of Science and Technology	7154	72.55	1,210 – 1,410	17366	69295	#38 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 98% of students at Missouri University of Science and Technology currently receive grant aid from the school. 87% of students......Read more Total Enrollment 7,154 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 1,210 – 1,410 Avg. Net Price $17,366 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $69,295
39	Lindenwood University	6826	56.84	1,110 – 1,310	20901	45711	#39 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 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,901 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,711
40	Metropolitan State University	6660	98.71	890 – 1,080	16615	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 99% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be offered. About 4% of students at Metropolitan State University currently receive grant aid from the school. At Metropolitan State University, there is a 68% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 6,660 10.9% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $16,615 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,828
41	Winona State University	6045	75.49	1,010 – 1,220	18289	51288	#41 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 6,045 0.2% Acceptance Rate 75.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,288
42	Washburn University	6033	95.51	1,010 – 1,180	11488	42881	#42 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 96% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students at Washburn University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,033 6.5% Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,881
43	Concordia University-Saint Paul	6003	78.87	1,110 – 1,310	18028	50646	#43 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 6,003 2.5% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,646
44	University of Nebraska at Kearney	5881	89.49	1,010 – 1,240	16287	43241	#44 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 5,881 2.3% Acceptance Rate 89.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $16,287 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,241
45	Pittsburg State University	5755	89.42	930 – 1,180	15111	43793	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS Found in Pittsburg, Pittsburg State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 5,755 0.6% Acceptance Rate 89.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,111 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,793
46	Park University	5736	69.04	930 – 1,140	19519	50550	#46 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 $35 for undergraduate applications. About 85% of students attending Park University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,736 13.5% Acceptance Rate 69.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $19,519 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,550
47	Missouri Baptist University	5699	68.6	710 – 970	27623	38997	#47 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 98% 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 $27,623 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,997
48	Columbia College	5689	47.14	1,040 – 1,250	21530	40747	#48 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 47%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 62% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 5,689 5.9% Acceptance Rate 47.1% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $21,530 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,747
49	Wayne State College	4666	0	--	16060	40857	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wayne State College Wayne, NE Total Enrollment 4,666 2.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,060 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,857
50	Emporia State University	4557	97.71	970 – 1,180	16094	41389	#50 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 84% of students attending Emporia State University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Emporia State University, there is a 77% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 4,557 2.2% Acceptance Rate 97.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $16,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,389
51	Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	4505	92.78	1,080 – 1,310	22032	54549	#51 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 4,505 2.7% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $22,032 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,549
52	Minnesota State University Moorhead	4386	58.76	970 – 1,210	18221	45873	#52 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 59% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $20 to apply. About 84% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 75%....Read more Total Enrollment 4,386 0.5% Acceptance Rate 58.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $18,221 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,873
53	Drake University	4345	63.85	1,170 – 1,350	29565	58233	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Drake University Des Moines, IA Located in Des Moines, Drake University accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 4,345 3.5% Acceptance Rate 63.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,233
54	Bismarck State College	4206	0	--	10462	50401	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bismarck State College Bismarck, ND Total Enrollment 4,206 3.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,401
55	Missouri Southern State University	4147	97.03	950 – 1,200	11626	37866	#55 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 $35 for undergraduate applications. About 70% 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 97.0% SAT Score 950 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $11,626 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,866
56	Bemidji State University	4072	55.98	970 – 1,180	14859	47469	#56 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 56% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 69% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 4,072 3.7% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,859 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,469
57	University of Nebraska Medical Center	3988	0	--	0	70417	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE Total Enrollment 3,988 5.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $70,417
58	Spurgeon College	3945	96.4	1,040 – 1,190	23750	39712	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Spurgeon College Kansas City, MO Located in Kansas City, Spurgeon College’s acceptance rate is 96% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 57% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Spurgeon College, there is a 81% first year retention rate and 18% of students will graduate in four years or less....Read more Total Enrollment 3,945 2.7% Acceptance Rate 96.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $23,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,712
59	Upper Iowa University	3941	96.46	930 – 1,140	20426	48776	#59 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 96% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 86% of students at Upper Iowa University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and its four year graduation rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 3,941 27.0% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,426 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,776
60	University of Mary	3861	75.3	1,090 – 1,260	20156	50191	#60 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment 3,861 1.8% Acceptance Rate 75.3% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $20,156 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,191
61	Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies	3802	87.53	1,010 – 1,210	14601	43860	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies Fayette, MO Found in Fayette, Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies’s acceptance rate is 88% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Central Methodist University-College of Graduate and Extended Studies will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 3,802 5.6% Acceptance Rate 87.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $14,601 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
62	Dakota State University	3774	88.05	1,070 – 1,320	20438	46146	#62 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 30% 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 $20,438 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,146
63	Missouri Western State University	3716	0	--	13126	37499	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO Total Enrollment 3,716 2.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,126 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,499
64	Northern State University	3708	93	970 – 1,180	15990	41536	#64 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 90% 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 93.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,536
65	Truman State University	3664	83.77	1,210 – 1,400	13602	43966	#65 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 $13,602 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,966
66	St Catherine University	3651	91.85	1,040 – 1,240	20918	52795	#66 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 100% of students attending St Catherine University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 3,651 3.3% Acceptance Rate 91.9% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $20,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,795
67	Bethel University	3603	87.8	1,120 – 1,310	31738	55145	#67 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 86% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 3,603 2.3% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $31,738 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,145
68	Rockhurst University	3577	69.59	1,010 – 1,240	25787	61371	#68 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, $34,562 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 69.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,787 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,371
69	Concordia University-Nebraska	3479	85.72	1,020 – 1,240	24158	44527	#69 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 86% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $26,584 each. The first year retention rate is 80%....Read more Total Enrollment 3,479 1.6% Acceptance Rate 85.7% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $24,158 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,527
70	Black Hills State University	3346	96.33	970 – 1,180	15576	38927	#70 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 96%. They request $20 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at Black Hills State University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,346 3.7% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $15,576 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,927
71	Augsburg University	3249	81.98	940 – 1,190	24561	48616	#71 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 48% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 3,249 2.8% Acceptance Rate 82.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,616
72	University of Northwestern-St Paul	3234	93.47	1,030 – 1,310	29117	47544	#72 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 4 available programs and majors, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, and General 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 $29,117 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,544
73	St Olaf College	3124	48.32	1,310 – 1,450	26756	48373	#73 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 47 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 $26,756 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,373
74	Newman University	2939	73.98	930 – 1,210	21050	47051	#74 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 74%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 95% of students at Newman University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,939 5.5% Acceptance Rate 74.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,050 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,051
75	The College of Saint Scholastica	2930	92.96	1,010 – 1,210	26083	62332	#75 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 17% of those accepted during the last admissions cycle enrolled....Read more Total Enrollment 2,930 1.6% Acceptance Rate 93.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,083 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,332
76	Avila University	2768	87.8	890 – 1,080	17004	48975	#76 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 99% of students attending Avila University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,768 59.7% Acceptance Rate 87.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $17,004 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,975
77	Minot State University	2751	64.62	970 – 1,180	13092	46214	#77 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 83% 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 $13,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,214
78	University of Minnesota-Crookston	2612	87.86	1,010 – 1,180	13490	51905	#78 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 92% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,612 3.7% Acceptance Rate 87.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $13,490 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,905
79	Maharishi International University	2592	95.7	960 – 1,220	16281	26468	#79 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 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $20 for undergraduate applications. About 87% of students at Maharishi International University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,592 2.8% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $16,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,468
80	South Dakota School of Mines and Technology	2576	79.87	1,170 – 1,370	20267	62863	#80 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 80% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 75% of students attending South Dakota School of Mines and Technology currently receive......Read more Total Enrollment 2,576 3.4% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $20,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,863
81	Hamline University	2565	87.63	1,020 – 1,320	22390	47139	#81 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 88% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Hamline University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,565 5.5% Acceptance Rate 87.6% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $22,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,139
82	Benedictine College	2535	98.12	1,130 – 1,360	28629	45000	#82 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 2,535 2.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $28,629 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,000
83	Saint Ambrose University	2498	77.33	980 – 1,190	25345	51616	#83 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, and Social Work. 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 $25,345 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,616
84	Augustana University	2390	67.75	1,090 – 1,290	24977	49826	#84 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. Business Administration and Management, General, Education, and General are the most popular majors on campus, and the school has a 12 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 $24,977 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,826
85	Evangel University	2289	71.61	1,080 – 1,280	19261	39332	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University Springfield, MO Located in Springfield, Evangel University accepts 72% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending Evangel University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,289 6.1% Acceptance Rate 71.6% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,261 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
86	Waldorf University	2225	76.98	930 – 1,090	19766	50515	#86 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 77% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Waldorf University will receive grant aid from the school. At Waldorf University, there is a 44% first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 2,225 16.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $19,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,515
87	Southwest Baptist University	2199	68.39	930 – 1,240	21336	38855	#87 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 68% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,199 2.0% Acceptance Rate 68.4% SAT Score 930 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,336 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,855
88	Macalester College	2138	28.52	1,360 – 1,510	40225	46244	#88 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 Research and Experimental Psychology, Other....Read more Total Enrollment 2,138 0.2% Acceptance Rate 28.5% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $40,225 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,244
89	Carleton College	2128	20.41	1,450 – 1,540	28047	53989	#89 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 – 1,540 Avg. Net Price $28,047 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,989
90	Chadron State College	2098	0	--	13292	39139	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chadron State College Chadron, NE Total Enrollment 2,098 4.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,139
91	Morningside University	2056	71.04	710 – 1,110	24437	47687	#91 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 2,056 4.7% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 710 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $24,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,687
92	Lincoln University	2054	0	--	14002	32185	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Lincoln University Jefferson City, MO Total Enrollment 2,054 14.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,002 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,185
93	William Woods University	2046	70.96	1,040 – 1,240	27092	39265	#93 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 71% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students at William Woods University will receive institutional grant aid. 58% of students continued studying at William Woods University after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 2,046 16.6% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $27,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
94	Baker University	2017	94.19	760 – 1,080	26211	54747	#94 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 $20 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Baker University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 2,017 3.7% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 760 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $26,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,747
95	Doane University	1985	98.01	1,040 – 1,210	26364	46009	#95 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 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,985 1.9% Acceptance Rate 98.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $26,364 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,009
96	Friends University	1961	55.22	870 – 1,280	28889	42960	#96 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 55%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,961 1.8% Acceptance Rate 55.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,889 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,960
97	Dordt University	1952	68.47	1,080 – 1,340	28486	50551	#97 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 68% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 100% of students at Dordt University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,952 1.2% Acceptance Rate 68.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $28,486 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,551
98	Concordia College at Moorhead	1935	62.65	1,080 – 1,240	25190	48225	#98 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 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 84% 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 1,935 3.6% Acceptance Rate 62.7% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $25,190 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,225
99	Gustavus Adolphus College	1906	60.99	1,180 – 1,370	26094	51546	#99 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 5,290 applications during the last admissions cycle and accepted 3,230 of them. The college has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 88% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 1,906 2.4% Acceptance Rate 61.0% SAT Score 1,180 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $26,094 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,546
100	Buena Vista University	1890	77.61	1,010 – 1,240	19704	43572	#100 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, 76% first year retention rate, and 48% 4-year graduation rate. Every year BVU students volunteer at Buenafication Day, the school's annual day of community service....Read more Total Enrollment 1,890 3.1% Acceptance Rate 77.6% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,572
101	Grand View University	1856	99.09	930 – 1,110	22319	47582	#101 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 99%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 70% and 46% of students will graduate in four years. The common majors among......Read more Total Enrollment 1,856 3.3% Acceptance Rate 99.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $22,319 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,582
102	Crown College	1846	22.78	970 – 1,150	27332	39003	#102 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 23%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 98% of students attending Crown College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,846 6.9% Acceptance Rate 22.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $27,332 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,003
103	Valley City State University	1806	99.07	930 – 1,180	12442	45820	#103 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 96% of students at Valley City State University currently receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 71% and around 28% 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 $12,442 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,820
104	Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College	1789	0	--	11723	37251	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Total Enrollment 1,789 2.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,251
105	Grinnell College	1788	14.51	1,410 – 1,530	34363	49004	#105 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, Political Science and Government, 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......Read more Total Enrollment 1,788 0.7% Acceptance Rate 14.5% SAT Score 1,410 – 1,530 Avg. Net Price $34,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,004
106	Ranken Technical College	1784	0	--	18286	51342	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ranken Technical College Saint Louis, MO Total Enrollment 1,784 5.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $18,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,342
107	Missouri Valley College	1770	69.18	900 – 1,060	18923	36902	#107 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 69% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 100% of students at Missouri Valley College currently receive institutional grant aid. 53% of students decide to stay at Missouri Valley College after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 1,770 8.6% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 900 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $18,923 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,902
108	University of Dubuque	1757	88.63	980 – 1,200	26067	44960	#108 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 . Approximately 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,757 2.1% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $26,067 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,960
109	Northwestern College	1705	80.36	1,040 – 1,280	26347	46731	#109 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 39 majors and programs to choose from. Total Enrollment 1,705 2.4% Acceptance Rate 80.4% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $26,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,731
110	Nebraska Wesleyan University	1654	79.82	1,110 – 1,290	21122	47667	#110 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 44 available majors and programs – Biology/Biological Sciences, General is the most popular. Competing in the American Rivers Conference, the 538 Prairie Wolves wear black and gold. Total Enrollment 1,654 2.1% Acceptance Rate 79.8% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $21,122 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,667
111	Drury University	1615	57.58	1,120 – 1,340	21903	37508	#111 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 . Approximately 100% of students attending Drury University currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,615 1.2% Acceptance Rate 57.6% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $21,903 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
112	Saint Johns University	1572	90.62	1,070 – 1,280	28504	59843	#112 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 86% first year retention rate. Total Enrollment 1,572 3.2% Acceptance Rate 90.6% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,843
113	Midland University	1558	66.12	940 – 1,150	26643	45145	#113 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 66% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,558 0.1% Acceptance Rate 66.1% SAT Score 940 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $26,643 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,145
114	MidAmerica Nazarene University	1538	78.8	940 – 1,140	32081	57433	#114 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 $21,399 on average. The first year retention rate is 70%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,538 0.1% Acceptance Rate 78.8% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $32,081 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,433
115	Dunwoody College of Technology	1537	98.87	970 – 1,240	26192	59069	#115 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 99% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 49% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,537 7.9% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $26,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,069
116	Peru State College	1492	0	--	11915	39150	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Peru State College Peru, NE Total Enrollment 1,492 8.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,915 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,150
117	Wartburg College	1483	75.84	1,070 – 1,280	24031	48795	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Wartburg College Waverly, IA Business/Commerce, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General 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 1,483 0.7% Acceptance Rate 75.8% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,031 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,795
118	University of Saint Mary	1462	86.63	920 – 1,160	23020	54827	#118 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 99% 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 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,020 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,827
119	College of the Ozarks	1454	11.99	1,050 – 1,220	11637	36507	#119 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 1.9% Acceptance Rate 12.0% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $11,637 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,507
120	University of Sioux Falls	1450	82.89	1,050 – 1,220	21385	46712	#120 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 82.9% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $21,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,712
121	Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science	1439	39.01	--	12328	74758	#121 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 1,439 2.8% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,328 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $74,758
122	College of Saint Benedict	1429	91.52	1,050 – 1,280	28400	54567	#122 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 1.5% Acceptance Rate 91.5% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $28,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,567
123	William Penn University	1425	51.88	890 – 1,110	22740	40189	#123 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 $22,740 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,189
124	Mount Mercy University	1417	82.52	1,010 – 1,210	24347	52871	#124 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 83% 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 73% first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 1,417 2.3% Acceptance Rate 82.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $24,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,871
125	Dickinson State University	1410	37.02	890 – 1,090	14698	48628	#125 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 87% 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 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $14,698 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,628
126	Logan University	1406	64.29	910 – 1,110	21455	42378	#126 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 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 44% of students attending Logan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 1,406 11.1% Acceptance Rate 64.3% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $21,455 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,378
127	Luther College	1384	71.54	1,100 – 1,370	24511	49541	#127 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. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 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 71.5% SAT Score 1,100 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,511 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,541
128	University of Jamestown	1376	88.08	930 – 1,180	20510	51151	#128 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 99% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,376 13.3% Acceptance Rate 88.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $20,510 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,151
129	Mount Marty University	1284	42.57	970 – 1,210	22242	46984	#129 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 $22,242 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,984
130	Simpson College	1251	86.22	1,400 – 1,460	23282	49946	#130 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, $37,896 on average. Attending students enjoy an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio, and many go on to major in Health and Wellness, General....Read more Total Enrollment 1,251 7.6% Acceptance Rate 86.2% SAT Score 1,400 – 1,460 Avg. Net Price $23,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,946
131	Coe College	1195	64.04	1,130 – 1,330	20864	47136	#131 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 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,195 6.5% Acceptance Rate 64.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,330 Avg. Net Price $20,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,136
132	Loras College	1189	99.86	1,020 – 1,200	21631	46069	#132 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 32 programs to choose from. Kinesiology and Exercise Science is a top choice. The private school also has an 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 82% first year retention rate. Founded in 1839, Loras College is the oldest institution of higher learning in the state. Total Enrollment 1,189 2.0% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $21,631 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,069
133	Oglala Lakota College	1188	0	--	3173	20536	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Oglala Lakota College Kyle, SD Total Enrollment 1,188 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,173 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,536
134	Mayville State University	1134	71.23	890 – 1,180	11069	43597	#134 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 71% of applicants. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 92% of students attending Mayville State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Mayville State University, there is a 81% first year......Read more Total Enrollment 1,134 10.6% Acceptance Rate 71.2% SAT Score 890 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $11,069 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,597
135	Clarkson College	1121	78.18	1,010 – 1,110	18289	62339	#135 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 78% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 65% of students attending Clarkson College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,121 4.0% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $18,289 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $62,339
136	Graceland University-Lamoni	1102	80.83	890 – 1,170	19574	40792	#136 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. 55%......Read more Total Enrollment 1,102 7.8% Acceptance Rate 80.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $19,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,792
137	Northwestern Health Sciences University	1101	55.56	--	36272	43760	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Northwestern Health Sciences University Bloomington, MN Total Enrollment 1,101 6.7% Acceptance Rate 55.6% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,272 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,760
138	Cornell College	1094	79.9	1,140 – 1,350	25220	39299	#138 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 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. King Chapel on campus is home to an over 3,000-piped organ. Total Enrollment 1,094 0.9% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $25,220 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,299
139	Central College	1084	86.17	1,050 – 1,240	23848	49115	#139 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 1,050 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $23,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,115
140	Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health	1067	73.41	1,080 – 1,210	21634	61249	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health Omaha, NE Based in Omaha, Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health’s acceptance rate is 73%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. About 94% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 86% of students decide to stay at Nebraska Methodist College of......Read more Total Enrollment 1,067 2.6% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $21,634 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $61,249
141	Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences	1041	56.87	940 – 1,140	22929	43860	#141 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 2.4% Acceptance Rate 56.9% SAT Score 940 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $22,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,860
142	Southwestern College	1041	75.55	930 – 1,120	29488	48034	#142 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 76% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,041 8.6% Acceptance Rate 75.6% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $29,488 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,034
143	Culver-Stockton College	1028	99.1	970 – 1,080	21996	40673	#143 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 99% 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 99.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $21,996 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,673
144	Kansas Wesleyan University	1021	71.9	1,010 – 1,170	22930	44811	#144 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 72% and requires $20 for undergraduate applications and $30 for graduate applications. Approximately 100% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,021 7.4% Acceptance Rate 71.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,811
145	Harris-Stowe State University	1002	47.84	850 – 1,010	9418	26634	#145 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 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 68% and......Read more Total Enrollment 1,002 8.7% Acceptance Rate 47.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $9,418 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,634
146	Ottawa University-Ottawa	999	82.96	870 – 1,100	28185	49139	#146 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 83%. Undergraduates have to pay $25 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 58% and 22% of students will earn their degree in......Read more Total Enrollment 999 5.3% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 870 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $28,185 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
147	University of Minnesota-Morris	981	74.93	1,040 – 1,240	9677	43163	#147 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 94% 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 $9,677 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,163
148	Haskell Indian Nations University	978	90.36	850 – 1,020	3948	28425	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Haskell Indian Nations University Lawrence, KS Total Enrollment 978 11.3% Acceptance Rate 90.4% SAT Score 850 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $3,948 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,425
149	Clarke University	962	71.83	900 – 1,180	26725	49157	#149 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 72%. 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 $24,838 each. The first year retention rate is 67%....Read more Total Enrollment 962 6.1% Acceptance Rate 71.8% SAT Score 900 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,725 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,157
150	William Jewell College	959	38.36	980 – 1,190	19294	54197	#150 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 18 - 24. Total Enrollment 959 8.2% Acceptance Rate 38.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $19,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,197
151	Hastings College	956	71.65	1,240 – 1,370	24406	45590	#151 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 72% 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 956 5.4% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 1,240 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $24,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,590
152	Briar Cliff University	947	58.34	970 – 1,130	23263	48338	#152 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 10 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio and 64% first year retention rate. 100% of students typically receive around $28,425 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 947 0.7% Acceptance Rate 58.3% SAT Score 970 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $23,263 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,338
153	National American University-Rapid City	903	0	--	31062	29641	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) National American University-Rapid City Rapid City, SD Total Enrollment 903 12.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,641
154	Bethany Lutheran College	899	38.97	1,080 – 1,240	21127	40652	#154 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. 49% of students will graduate within 4 years. The school offers generous aid packages. In fact, 100% of students who attend receive grant aid, $19,865 on average. Total Enrollment 899 0.3% Acceptance Rate 39.0% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $21,127 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,652
155	Dakota Wesleyan University	892	73.38	970 – 1,200	22990	49432	#155 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 920 out of 1,250 applicants received acceptance letters last year. DWU is a NAIA Division I school in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Total Enrollment 892 0.7% Acceptance Rate 73.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $22,990 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,432
156	Martin Luther College	878	87.17	1,080 – 1,310	18974	40760	#156 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 878 2.1% Acceptance Rate 87.2% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $18,974 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,760
157	McPherson College	878	76.76	970 – 1,180	27110	41446	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) McPherson College McPherson, KS Found in McPherson, McPherson College’s acceptance rate is 77%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students attending McPherson College currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 878 11.4% Acceptance Rate 76.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,110 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,446
158	Turtle Mountain Community College	872	0	--	3871	30931	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Turtle Mountain Community College Belcourt, ND Total Enrollment 872 24.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,871 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,931
159	Mercy College of Health Sciences	869	99.71	890 – 1,080	28313	53375	#159 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 100% 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 16% of students at Mercy College of Health Sciences currently receive institutional grant aid......Read more Total Enrollment 869 4.2% Acceptance Rate 99.7% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $28,313 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,375
160	North Central University	852	98.98	970 – 1,180	26363	37688	#160 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 99%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 96% of students attending North Central University currently receive grant aid from the school. At North Central University, there is a 82%......Read more Total Enrollment 852 13.4% Acceptance Rate 99.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $26,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,688
161	Minneapolis College of Art and Design	831	48.48	1,090 – 1,340	30305	35198	#161 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 831 0.8% Acceptance Rate 48.5% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $30,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,198
162	Kansas City Art Institute	813	54.76	1,040 – 1,280	27650	25529	#162 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 3.0% Acceptance Rate 54.8% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $27,650 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,529
163	Ottawa University-Online	810	96.67	--	0	49139	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Online Overland Park, KS Based in Overland Park, Ottawa University-Online’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 0% of students at Ottawa University-Online will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 810 15.4% Acceptance Rate 96.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
164	College of Saint Mary	786	44.65	970 – 1,240	17078	59339	#164 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, $18,847 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 786 7.2% Acceptance Rate 44.7% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $17,078 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,339
165	Bryan College of Health Sciences	765	67.37	1,010 – 1,180	25822	66305	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan College of Health Sciences Lincoln, NE Based in Lincoln, Bryan College of Health Sciences’s acceptance rate is 67%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 67% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 765 2.5% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $25,822 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $66,305
166	Herzing University-Minneapolis	748	93.75	--	16741	35295	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park, MN Located in St. Louis Park, Herzing University-Minneapolis’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students attending Herzing University-Minneapolis will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 748 0.5% Acceptance Rate 93.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,741 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,295
167	Ozark Christian College	736	93.61	990 – 1,190	20807	32528	#167 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 94%. They require unknown 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 83% and around 29% of students will graduate within four......Read more Total Enrollment 736 5.0% Acceptance Rate 93.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $20,807 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,528
168	Union Adventist University	729	100	980 – 1,170	24844	43853	#168 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 729 14.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 980 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $24,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,853
169	Cox College	724	100	780 – 1,140	0	58703	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Cox College Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 724 8.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 780 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,703
170	Sterling College	694	48.17	970 – 1,170	23531	40722	#170 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 48% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown 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 27%......Read more Total Enrollment 694 1.8% Acceptance Rate 48.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $23,531 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,722
171	Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies	659	0	--	12389	37508	#171 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 659 8.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,389 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,508
172	University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis	648	89.84	1,020 – 1,230	33147	116360	#172 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 340 are studying for their Bachelor’s. From 1864 to 2020, it was known as the “St. Louis College of Pharmacy.” The school has a 69% first year retention rate, and 100% of students receive grant aid. Total Enrollment 648 2.7% Acceptance Rate 89.8% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $33,147 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $116,360
173	Westminster College	640	79.2	1,010 – 1,190	24358	40992	#173 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 79% 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 640 7.9% Acceptance Rate 79.2% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $24,358 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,992
174	California Intercontinental University	623	0	--	0	63721	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) California Intercontinental University Sioux Falls, SD Total Enrollment 623 28.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
175	Tabor College	621	64.58	960 – 1,140	20681	42896	#175 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 $50 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 40% of students will graduate within four years. Three common majors......Read more Total Enrollment 621 6.5% Acceptance Rate 64.6% SAT Score 960 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $20,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
176	Nebraska Indian Community College	620	0	--	23188	25591	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nebraska Indian Community College Macy, NE Total Enrollment 620 0.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,188 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $25,591
177	Bethany College	615	56	860 – 1,090	28192	40805	#177 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 Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other. Total Enrollment 615 3.5% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $28,192 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,805
178	Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary	611	67.52	1,010 – 1,230	19733	33372	#178 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 68% of applicants. They request $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. Approximately 96% of students attending Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary currently receive institutional grant aid. At Faith......Read more Total Enrollment 611 4.3% Acceptance Rate 67.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $19,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,372
179	Sinte Gleska University	592	0	--	6768	15889	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sinte Gleska University Mission, SD Total Enrollment 592 13.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,768 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $15,889
180	University of Minnesota Rochester	578	71	1,070 – 1,350	14953	57984	#180 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 77% 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 54% of students will graduate in......Read more Total Enrollment 578 1.7% Acceptance Rate 71.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $14,953 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,984
181	United Tribes Technical College	576	0	--	4431	21254	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) United Tribes Technical College Bismarck, ND Total Enrollment 576 6.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,431 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $21,254
182	Stephens College	568	77.22	930 – 1,160	23194	36778	#182 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 77% 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 78%....Read more Total Enrollment 568 6.8% Acceptance Rate 77.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $23,194 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,778
183	Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing	539	72.45	1,140 – 1,280	0	58378	#183 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 539 8.0% Acceptance Rate 72.5% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,378
184	York University	532	51.88	890 – 1,130	21957	36447	#184 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 52% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 100% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 532 9.1% Acceptance Rate 51.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $21,957 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,447
185	Ottawa University-Kansas City	528	0	--	0	49139	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park, KS Total Enrollment 528 22.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
186	Bethel College-North Newton	509	93.5	980 – 1,160	30406	40808	#186 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 509 1.4% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $30,406 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,808
187	Hannibal-LaGrange University	499	72.63	850 – 1,180	22685	41185	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Hannibal-LaGrange University Hannibal, MO Located in Hannibal, Hannibal-LaGrange University accepts 73% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 63% of students at Hannibal-LaGrange University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 499 13.2% Acceptance Rate 72.6% SAT Score 850 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $22,685 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,185
188	Allen College	483	100	1,040 – 1,210	0	65078	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Allen College Waterloo, IA Total Enrollment 483 1.2% 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
189	Urshan University	474	83.78	880 – 1,100	14207	63721	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Urshan University Wentzville, MO Based in Wentzville, Urshan University accepts 84% of applicants. They charge $65 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At Urshan University, there is a 63% first year retention rate and a 36% four year......Read more Total Enrollment 474 7.8% Acceptance Rate 83.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $14,207 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
190	Central Christian College of Kansas	469	52.71	920 – 1,120	12143	37685	#190 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 53% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 86% of students attending Central Christian College of Kansas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 469 3.1% Acceptance Rate 52.7% SAT Score 920 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $12,143 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,685
191	Mission University	434	0	--	23118	30600	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Mission University Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 434 15.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,118 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,600
192	St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton	419	80	--	24395	28788	#192 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 419 2.6% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,395 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,788
193	Donnelly College	395	0	--	11058	34791	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Donnelly College Kansas City, KS Total Enrollment 395 13.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,058 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,791
194	Hesston College	373	0	--	22723	46707	#194 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 78% first year retention rate, 71% of students earn their degree within four years. A NJCAA Division II school, the Larks wear red and gold. Total Enrollment 373 21.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,707
195	Rasmussen University-Kansas	359	71.95	--	23980	41436	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka, KS Total Enrollment 359 7.8% Acceptance Rate 72.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,980 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,436
196	Fontbonne University	332	95.03	970 – 1,210	0	44150	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Total Enrollment 332 62.0% Acceptance Rate 95.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,150
197	Sitting Bull College	309	0	--	4281	23563	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sitting Bull College Fort Yates, ND Total Enrollment 309 17.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,281 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,563
198	City Vision University	296	0	--	6353	40650	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) City Vision University Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 296 26.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,353 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,650
199	Chamberlain University-Missouri	284	100	--	31591	84533	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Chamberlain University-Missouri St. Louis, MO Located in St. Louis, Chamberlain University-Missouri accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $95 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 75% of students attending Chamberlain University-Missouri currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 284 13.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,591 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
200	Trinity Bible College and Graduate School	275	25.75	970 – 1,240	19720	29234	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Found in Ellendale, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School accepted 26% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 275 12.7% Acceptance Rate 25.8% SAT Score 970 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $19,720 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,234
201	Cottey College	254	69.18	800 – 1,180	14704	32903	#201 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 69% 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 254 4.5% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 800 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,704 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,903
202	Calvary University	244	71.74	950 – 1,180	17066	33144	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Calvary University Kansas City, MO Based in Kansas City, Calvary University’s acceptance rate is 72% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 79% of students at Calvary University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The institution’s first year retention rate is 55% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 244 6.9% Acceptance Rate 71.7% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $17,066 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,144
203	Evangel University-College of Online Learning	242	49.18	--	22503	39332	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Evangel University-College of Online Learning Springfield, MO Found in Springfield, Evangel University-College of Online Learning accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Evangel University-College of Online Learning currently receive grant aid from the......Read more Total Enrollment 242 0.4% Acceptance Rate 49.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,503 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,332
204	Emmaus Bible College	234	59.79	1,090 – 1,360	15028	34653	#204 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 60% and requests $25 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% 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 83% and 45% of......Read more Total Enrollment 234 18.8% Acceptance Rate 59.8% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $15,028 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,653
205	Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College	233	0	--	5846	63721	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College New Town, ND Total Enrollment 233 47.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,846 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
206	Barclay College	219	50.98	920 – 1,150	29692	35820	#206 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 51% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 58% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 219 17.1% Acceptance Rate 51.0% SAT Score 920 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $29,692 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,820
207	Sisseton Wahpeton College	206	0	--	2508	23940	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Sisseton Wahpeton College Sisseton, SD Total Enrollment 206 4.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $2,508 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,940
208	Research College of Nursing	205	64.1	1,080 – 1,210	0	72771	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Research College of Nursing Kansas City, MO Total Enrollment 205 32.3% Acceptance Rate 64.1% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,771
209	Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences	202	100	930 – 1,010	19390	60055	#209 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 Total Enrollment 202 38.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $19,390 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,055
210	Bethlehem College & Seminary	200	78.95	1,130 – 1,270	14681	63721	#210 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 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 89% of students at Bethlehem College & Seminary will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 200 Acceptance Rate 79.0% SAT Score 1,130 – 1,270 Avg. Net Price $14,681 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
211	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	198	96.33	--	29651	33845	#211 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 198 17.5% Acceptance Rate 96.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,845
212	Central Christian College of the Bible	189	21.35	890 – 1,070	14918	30223	#212 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 21% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 100% of students at Central Christian College of the Bible will receive institutional grant aid. 69% of students decide......Read more Total Enrollment 189 3.8% Acceptance Rate 21.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $14,918 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,223
213	St Luke's College	176	80	930 – 1,140	18248	54850	#213 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) St Luke's College Sioux City, IA Total Enrollment 176 10.2% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $18,248 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,850
214	Manhattan Christian College	160	100	970 – 1,180	24213	40023	#214 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 94% of students attending Manhattan Christian College currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 160 10.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $24,213 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,023
215	Bryan University	153	90.79	--	21211	28498	#215 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bryan University Springfield, MO Total Enrollment 153 25.4% Acceptance Rate 90.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $21,211 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,498
216	Kansas Christian College	145	0	--	16527	63721	#216 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Kansas Christian College Overland Park, KS Total Enrollment 145 1.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,527 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
217	Bolivar Technical College	144	95.45	--	0	63721	#217 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Bolivar Technical College Bolivar, MO Total Enrollment 144 Acceptance Rate 95.5% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
218	Arizona College of Nursing-St Louis	131	100	--	0	0	#218 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Plains (IA, KS, MN, MO, NE, ND, SD) Arizona College of Nursing-St Louis Maryland Heights, MO Total Enrollment 131 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $0