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Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX)

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Rank	Institution	Total Enrollment	Acceptance Rate	SAT Score	Your Est. Net Price Avg. Net Price	Median Starting Salary	Save
1	Grand Canyon University	113257	78.91	1,030 – 1,120	22928	47280	#1 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Found in Phoenix, Grand Canyon University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 93% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The school’s first year retention......Read more Total Enrollment 113,257 5.3% Acceptance Rate 78.9% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $22,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,280
2	University of Phoenix-Arizona	111248	0	--	13599	35359	#2 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Phoenix-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 111,248 10.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,359
3	Arizona State University Campus Immersion	79818	89.89	1,090 – 1,320	17779	52843	#3 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University was founded in 1885, first known as the Territorial Normal School, an institution to train teachers. The campus is home to the Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. ASU has an 87% first year retention rate, and many students major in Computer Science. Total Enrollment 79,818 0.3% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $17,779 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
4	Texas A&M University-College Station	78321	57.43	1,170 – 1,400	21437	59386	#4 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Found in College Station, Texas A&M University-College Station accepts 57% of applicants and requests $75 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 53% of students attending Texas A&M University-College Station currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 78,321 2.2% Acceptance Rate 57.4% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,400 Avg. Net Price $21,437 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,386
5	Lone Star College System	73077	0	--	11686	32889	#5 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Total Enrollment 73,077 2.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,686 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,889
6	Arizona State University Digital Immersion	72994	66.69	860 – 1,020	0	52843	#6 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Based in Scottsdale, Arizona State University Digital Immersion accepts 67% of applicants and requests $70 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students attending Arizona State University Digital Immersion currently receive grant aid from the school. At Arizona State University Digital Immersion,......Read more Total Enrollment 72,994 10.5% Acceptance Rate 66.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,020 Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,843
7	Dallas College	69749	0	--	3177	35493	#7 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas College Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 69,749 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,177 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,493
8	University of Arizona	56365	86.14	1,110 – 1,370	19055	47665	#8 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Arizona Tucson, AZ The University of Arizona is older than the state, having been founded in 1885 (Arizona only became a state in 1912). A public research university, the school charges $50 for undergraduate applications. The Arizona Wildcats, or simply “Cats,” play in the Big Twelve Conference. Total Enrollment 56,365 6.3% Acceptance Rate 86.1% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,370 Avg. Net Price $19,055 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,665
9	The University of Texas at Austin	53864	26.64	1,260 – 1,500	17942	60896	#9 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX The University of Texas at Austin was founded in 1883, but the first mention of it can be traced back to 1827. Famous alumni include Wes Anderson, James Baker, Matthew McConaughey, and Neil deGrasse Tyson....Read more Total Enrollment 53,864 1.5% Acceptance Rate 26.6% SAT Score 1,260 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $17,942 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,896
10	Houston Community College	53253	0	--	5734	31319	#10 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Community College Houston, TX Total Enrollment 53,253 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,734 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,319
11	University of Houston	47980	73.92	1,160 – 1,340	14309	52768	#11 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston Houston, TX Found in Houston, the University of Houston’s acceptance rate is 74%. They require $75 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 56% of students attending the University of Houston currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 47,980 2.8% Acceptance Rate 73.9% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $14,309 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,768
12	University of North Texas	46864	72.23	990 – 1,240	15965	46304	#12 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas Denton, TX Located in Denton, the University of North Texas’s acceptance rate is 72% and charges $75 for undergraduate applications. About 70% of students at the University of North Texas currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 77% and its four year graduation rate is 42%. Computer and......Read more Total Enrollment 46,864 1.4% Acceptance Rate 72.2% SAT Score 990 – 1,240 Avg. Net Price $15,965 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,304
13	The University of Texas at Arlington	44956	79.9	1,010 – 1,250	13755	60902	#13 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Found in Arlington, The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 80% of applicants. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 75% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 44,956 2.2% Acceptance Rate 79.9% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $13,755 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,902
14	Texas Tech University	40757	72.65	1,110 – 1,290	16919	52588	#14 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX Texas Tech University’s motto is “From here, it’s possible.” The school has a first year retention rate of 85%. Wearing scarlet and black, the Scarlet Raiders compete in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Their mascot is The Masked Rider. Total Enrollment 40,757 0.0% Acceptance Rate 72.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $16,919 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,588
15	Texas State University	40674	89.32	990 – 1,210	15716	46716	#15 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas State University San Marcos, TX Found in San Marcos, Texas State University accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $75 for undergraduate applications and $55 for graduate applications. About 41% of students attending Texas State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college......Read more Total Enrollment 40,674 5.0% Acceptance Rate 89.3% SAT Score 990 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $15,716 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,716
16	Austin Community College District	39727	0	--	5466	38647	#16 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin Community College District Austin, TX Total Enrollment 39,727 11.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
17	Collin County Community College District	39548	0	--	6970	38984	#17 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Collin County Community College District McKinney, TX Total Enrollment 39,548 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,970 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,984
18	The University of Texas at San Antonio	35770	86.79	1,010 – 1,220	10959	46340	#18 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, The University of Texas at San Antonio accepted 87% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $70 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. Approximately 64% of students at The University of Texas at San Antonio currently receive grant......Read more Total Enrollment 35,770 2.6% Acceptance Rate 86.8% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $10,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,340
19	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	33881	94.19	870 – 1,090	5282	35812	#19 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX Found in Edinburg, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley currently receive grant aid from the school. 81% of students continued studying......Read more Total Enrollment 33,881 6.1% Acceptance Rate 94.2% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $5,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,812
20	San Jacinto Community College	31812	0	--	12397	35337	#20 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) San Jacinto Community College Pasadena, TX Total Enrollment 31,812 1.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,397 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,337
21	University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus	30851	76.6	1,140 – 1,340	18574	52216	#21 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK The University of Oklahoma offers up to Doctor's degrees and has a first year retention rate of 90%. It originally opened as the Norman Territorial University in 1890, 17 years before Oklahoma became a state. Competing in the Southeastern Conference, the Sooners have brought home over 40 national titles. Total Enrollment 30,851 5.9% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,140 – 1,340 Avg. Net Price $18,574 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
22	The University of Texas at Dallas	29886	65.13	1,170 – 1,420	14916	57249	#22 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX The University of Texas at Dallas has an inspiring motto: “A cultivated mind is the guardian genius of democracy.” 22,000 students are currently studying for their Bachelor’s degree, but the school offers up to Doctor's degrees. Athletes are known as the Comets, and their mascot is Temoc (comet spelled backwards). Total Enrollment 29,886 3.2% Acceptance Rate 65.1% SAT Score 1,170 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $14,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $57,249
23	Northern Arizona University	28467	89.61	990 – 1,190	16371	47308	#23 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona University's most popular major is Information Technology, though there are 176 degree programs available. 98% of students receive institutional grant aid, averaging $9,702 each. The Access2Excellence program covers full tuition for qualifying in-state students. Total Enrollment 28,467 1.0% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $16,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,308
24	South Texas College	27431	0	--	1844	28239	#24 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South Texas College McAllen, TX Total Enrollment 27,431 3.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,239
25	Oklahoma State University-Main Campus	27278	75.04	1,040 – 1,280	19561	46855	#25 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University’s Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in the NCAA Division I-FBS Big Twelve Conference and have brought home over 50 team championships. The average athletic scholarship is $20,218. OSU is somewhat selective. Total Enrollment 27,278 4.7% Acceptance Rate 75.0% SAT Score 1,040 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $19,561 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,855
26	The University of Texas at El Paso	25039	99.92	870 – 1,090	9305	37978	#26 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Found in El Paso, The University of Texas at El Paso accepts 100% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications. About 31% of students attending The University of Texas at El Paso will receive institutional grant aid. 79% of students continued their studies at The University of Texas at El Paso after......Read more Total Enrollment 25,039 2.8% Acceptance Rate 99.9% SAT Score 870 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $9,305 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,978
27	University of New Mexico-Main Campus	23124	95.18	910 – 1,180	6347	37150	#27 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque, NM Based in Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s acceptance rate is 95% and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. About 76% of students attending the University of New Mexico-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At......Read more Total Enrollment 23,124 1.9% Acceptance Rate 95.2% SAT Score 910 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $6,347 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,150
28	Sam Houston State University	21039	90.26	930 – 1,130	14737	45337	#28 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX Found in Huntsville, Sam Houston State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. About 8% of students at Sam Houston State University will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 21,039 1.7% Acceptance Rate 90.3% SAT Score 930 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,737 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,337
29	Baylor University	20626	51.28	1,230 – 1,420	47001	56532	#29 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baylor University Waco, TX Baylor University sits along the Brazos River. Alumni include John Lee Hancock, Jeff Dunham, Thomas Harris, and Michael Johnson. A fairly selective school, 14% of accepted students enroll and 91% will stay on after they complete their first year. 81% graduate within six years. Total Enrollment 20,626 1.0% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score 1,230 – 1,420 Avg. Net Price $47,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $56,532
30	Northwest Vista College	20060	0	--	5813	35741	#30 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northwest Vista College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 20,060 6.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,813 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,741
31	San Antonio College	19901	0	--	5183	34318	#31 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 19,901 4.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,183 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,318
32	Rio Salado College	18841	0	--	8733	42314	#32 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Total Enrollment 18,841 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,733 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,314
33	Lamar University	17772	86.41	940 – 1,160	9814	47077	#33 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lamar University Beaumont, TX Found in Beaumont, Lamar University accepts 86% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 67% of students at Lamar University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 17,772 1.7% Acceptance Rate 86.4% SAT Score 940 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $9,814 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,077
34	Tarleton State University	17433	89.55	990 – 1,170	16159	46729	#34 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Located in Stephenville, Tarleton State University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 85% of students attending Tarleton State University will receive institutional grant aid to make......Read more Total Enrollment 17,433 9.4% Acceptance Rate 89.6% SAT Score 990 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $16,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,729
35	St Philip's College	17299	0	--	4884	35018	#35 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St Philip's College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 17,299 21.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,018
36	Mesa Community College	17077	0	--	12951	38702	#36 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ Total Enrollment 17,077 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,951 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,702
37	New Mexico State University-Main Campus	15408	88.97	890 – 1,130	10719	32960	#37 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM Found in Las Cruces, New Mexico State University-Main Campus accepts 89% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 70% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students receive $7,305 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 15,408 4.3% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $10,719 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,960
38	Texas Woman's University	15361	96.12	930 – 1,140	11636	48773	#38 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Woman's University Denton, TX Found in Denton, Texas Woman's University’s acceptance rate is 96% and charges $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 15,361 1.9% Acceptance Rate 96.1% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $11,636 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,773
39	Glendale Community College	13914	0	--	12607	37269	#39 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ Total Enrollment 13,914 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,607 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,269
40	University of Houston-Downtown	13730	89.96	940 – 1,110	10832	49120	#40 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Located in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown’s acceptance rate is 90%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications. About 25% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 13,730 2.7% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $10,832 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,120
41	East Texas A&M University	13252	92.24	930 – 1,160	12327	43157	#41 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas A&M University Commerce, TX Found in Commerce, East Texas A&M University’s acceptance rate is 92% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 61% of students attending East Texas A&M University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 13,252 10.3% Acceptance Rate 92.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $12,327 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,157
42	Texas Christian University	12938	44.49	1,190 – 1,380	41848	60435	#42 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX 80% of students attending Texas Christian University receive institutional grants to help cover the cost of college. With an impressive 93% first year retention rate, the school has a 14 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, and General are the most common undergraduate majors. Total Enrollment 12,938 1.2% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,190 – 1,380 Avg. Net Price $41,848 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $60,435
43	University of Central Oklahoma	12554	78.12	970 – 1,180	18660	43074	#43 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK Based in Edmond, the University of Central Oklahoma’s acceptance rate is 78% and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $60 for graduate applications. Approximately 55% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students are given $2,903 each. The first year retention rate is 65%....Read more Total Enrollment 12,554 3.3% Acceptance Rate 78.1% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $18,660 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,074
44	Palo Alto College	12395	0	--	4805	33233	#44 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Palo Alto College San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 12,395 13.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $4,805 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,233
45	Southern Methodist University	12116	63.35	1,360 – 1,500	48179	65556	#45 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Southern Methodist University is a private doctoral/research university that was founded in 1911. It also has a satellite campus in New Mexico. Alumni include Laura Bush, Powers Boothe, and Kathy Bates, as well as astronauts, scientists, politicians, and writers. 67% of students receive institutional grant aid. Total Enrollment 12,116 2.3% Acceptance Rate 63.4% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $48,179 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,556
46	Tyler Junior College	11885	0	--	9292	33789	#46 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Tyler Junior College Tyler, TX Total Enrollment 11,885 0.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,292 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,789
47	Angelo State University	11542	83.01	940 – 1,170	14048	41050	#47 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Located in San Angelo, Angelo State University accepted 83% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They require $50 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 74% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 11,542 2.6% Acceptance Rate 83.0% SAT Score 940 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $14,048 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,050
48	American InterContinental University System	11277	97.94	--	14726	27823	#48 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) American InterContinental University System Chandler, AZ Located in Chandler, American InterContinental University System’s acceptance rate is 98% and requires $75 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. Approximately 26% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is 36% and 19% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 11,277 2.5% Acceptance Rate 97.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,726 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,823
49	Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	11266	88.58	980 – 1,200	15233	42933	#49 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Corpus Christi, TX Based in Corpus Christi, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi accepted 89% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 57% of students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 11,266 3.8% Acceptance Rate 88.6% SAT Score 980 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $15,233 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,933
50	Laredo College	11029	0	--	5363	27435	#50 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Laredo College Laredo, TX Total Enrollment 11,029 8.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,435
51	Phoenix College	10660	0	--	12661	36674	#51 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Phoenix College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 10,660 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,661 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,674
52	Stephen F Austin State University	10472	93.99	970 – 1,180	14959	43144	#52 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Based in Nacogdoches, Stephen F Austin State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They request $50 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. Approximately 77% of students attending Stephen F Austin State University will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72%......Read more Total Enrollment 10,472 3.8% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 970 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $14,959 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,144
53	The University of Texas at Tyler	10362	94.02	1,020 – 1,220	14476	49355	#53 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Based in Tyler, The University of Texas at Tyler accepts 94% of applicants. They charge $60 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 66% of students attending The University of Texas at Tyler will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 10,362 7.1% Acceptance Rate 94.0% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $14,476 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,355
54	Del Mar College	10256	0	--	3593	32526	#54 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Del Mar College Corpus Christi, TX Total Enrollment 10,256 5.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,593 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,526
55	Odessa College	9981	0	--	7371	34867	#55 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Odessa College Odessa, TX Total Enrollment 9,981 14.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,371 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,867
56	Prairie View A & M University	9922	79.31	870 – 1,080	14448	36350	#56 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX Located in Prairie View, Prairie View A & M University accepted 79% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 52% of students at Prairie View A & M University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 9,922 4.3% Acceptance Rate 79.3% SAT Score 870 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $14,448 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,350
57	West Texas A & M University	9045	98.68	960 – 1,160	15572	44399	#57 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Found in Canyon, West Texas A & M University accepted 99% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 58% of students at West Texas A & M University will receive grant aid from the school. 70% of students decide to stay at West Texas A......Read more Total Enrollment 9,045 0.1% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 960 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $15,572 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,399
58	Texas A&M International University	8991	44.37	890 – 1,100	5644	37327	#58 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Located in Laredo, Texas A&M International University’s acceptance rate is 44% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 52% of students attending Texas A&M International University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 78%....Read more Total Enrollment 8,991 5.3% Acceptance Rate 44.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $5,644 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,327
59	Rice University	8961	8	1,510 – 1,570	23589	79751	#59 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rice University Houston, TX A private, doctoral/research college, Rice University sits on a 300-acre campus in Houston. The school is known for its research collaboration with NASA, and today 16 Rice faculty and alumni have served as astronauts or NASA Administrators....Read more Total Enrollment 8,961 4.7% Acceptance Rate 8.0% SAT Score 1,510 – 1,570 Avg. Net Price $23,589 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $79,751
60	Texas Southern University	8704	96.91	820 – 1,010	13584	32986	#60 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Southern University Houston, TX Located in Houston, Texas Southern University’s acceptance rate is 97% and requires $42 for undergraduate applications and $75 for graduate applications. About 69% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 66% and its four......Read more Total Enrollment 8,704 2.8% Acceptance Rate 96.9% SAT Score 820 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $13,584 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,986
61	University of Houston-Clear Lake	8137	90.52	980 – 1,160	14059	52098	#61 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX Based in Houston, the University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 91% of applicants and requires $45 for undergraduate applications and $45 for graduate applications. About 33% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 8,137 0.9% Acceptance Rate 90.5% SAT Score 980 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $14,059 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,098
62	Texas A&M University-San Antonio	7956	92.8	850 – 1,080	11568	43479	#62 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, Texas A&M University-San Antonio accepts 93% of applicants and requires $30 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. Approximately 41% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, there is a 66% first year retention rate and......Read more Total Enrollment 7,956 4.9% Acceptance Rate 92.8% SAT Score 850 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $11,568 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,479
63	Rose State College	7758	0	--	12036	33124	#63 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rose State College Midwest City, OK Total Enrollment 7,758 6.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,036 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,124
64	Yavapai College	7428	0	--	8929	35028	#64 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Yavapai College Prescott, AZ Total Enrollment 7,428 3.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,929 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,028
65	Scottsdale Community College	7065	0	--	14504	39059	#65 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale, AZ Total Enrollment 7,065 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,504 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,059
66	University of the Incarnate Word	7047	98.14	910 – 1,150	23363	47625	#66 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX Based in San Antonio, the University of the Incarnate Word’s acceptance rate is 98%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 100% of students attending the University of the Incarnate Word will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 7,047 2.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 910 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $23,363 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,625
67	Texas A&M University-Kingsville	6864	90.92	990 – 1,110	12812	44882	#67 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX Located in Kingsville, Texas A&M University-Kingsville accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges $40 for undergraduate applications. About 77% of students attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 6,864 4.6% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score 990 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,812 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,882
68	Northeastern State University	6751	99.59	970 – 1,140	12410	41207	#68 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Located in Tahlequah, Northeastern State University’s acceptance rate is 100%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 51% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 6,751 4.4% Acceptance Rate 99.6% SAT Score 970 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $12,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,207
69	Navarro College	6557	0	--	11647	59213	#69 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navarro College Corsicana, TX Total Enrollment 6,557 0.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,647 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
70	Weatherford College	6520	0	--	9086	36014	#70 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Weatherford College Weatherford, TX Total Enrollment 6,520 19.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,086 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,014
71	Paradise Valley Community College	6148	0	--	13296	41597	#71 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 6,148 4.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,296 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,597
72	Trinity Valley Community College	5961	0	--	5015	59213	#72 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity Valley Community College Athens, TX Total Enrollment 5,961 12.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,015 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $59,213
73	Oral Roberts University	5936	98.9	1,120 – 1,310	25808	39112	#73 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Based in Tulsa, Oral Roberts University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $35 for undergraduate applications and $35 for graduate applications. About 96% of students at Oral Roberts University currently receive grant aid from the school. The institution’s first year retention rate is 80% and around 52% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 5,936 10.6% Acceptance Rate 98.9% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $25,808 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,112
74	Alvin Community College	5872	0	--	9268	38693	#74 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Alvin Community College Alvin, TX Total Enrollment 5,872 0.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,268 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,693
75	Southeastern Oklahoma State University	5851	76.43	980 – 1,190	9075	40734	#75 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Located in Durant, Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 76%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. About 84% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 63% and its four year graduation rate is 18%. Many students attending this school......Read more Total Enrollment 5,851 1.3% Acceptance Rate 76.4% SAT Score 980 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $9,075 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,734
76	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus	5725	91.66	860 – 1,080	6416	33619	#76 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM Based in Portales, Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus accepts 92% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 74% of students attending Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus will receive institutional grant aid. At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, there is......Read more Total Enrollment 5,725 6.3% Acceptance Rate 91.7% SAT Score 860 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $6,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,619
77	Midland College	5690	0	--	5071	38470	#77 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midland College Midland, TX Total Enrollment 5,690 9.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,071 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,470
78	The University of Texas Permian Basin	5585	94.89	920 – 1,140	13563	50020	#78 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Permian Basin Odessa, TX Found in Odessa, The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts 95% of applicants. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some students qualify for fee waivers. About 90% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 61%....Read more Total Enrollment 5,585 5.3% Acceptance Rate 94.9% SAT Score 920 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $13,563 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,020
79	GateWay Community College	5553	0	--	13821	42262	#79 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) GateWay Community College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 5,553 8.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,821 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,262
80	Midwestern State University	5324	93.52	910 – 1,110	11215	46637	#80 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Located in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University’s acceptance rate is 94%. They require $40 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 68% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 5,324 4.5% Acceptance Rate 93.5% SAT Score 910 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $11,215 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,637
81	Abilene Christian University	5219	66.03	1,090 – 1,290	28760	46727	#81 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University Abilene, TX Located in Abilene, Abilene Christian University accepts 66% of applicants. They request $50 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 100% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,219 2.1% Acceptance Rate 66.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,290 Avg. Net Price $28,760 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
82	Eastern Arizona College	5213	0	--	9400	33246	#82 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Eastern Arizona College Thatcher, AZ Total Enrollment 5,213 2.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,400 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,246
83	Southwestern Oklahoma State University	5186	100	930 – 1,140	14410	42896	#83 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford, OK Found in Weatherford, Southwestern Oklahoma State University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 72% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 5,186 7.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 930 – 1,140 Avg. Net Price $14,410 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,896
84	College of the Mainland	5127	0	--	3252	36164	#84 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of the Mainland Texas City, TX Total Enrollment 5,127 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $3,252 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,164
85	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center	5098	30.23	--	0	84007	#85 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock, TX Total Enrollment 5,098 4.3% Acceptance Rate 30.2% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,007
86	The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston	4938	0	--	0	89371	#86 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 4,938 2.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $89,371
87	The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest	4530	100	--	27774	31970	#87 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest Houston, TX Total Enrollment 4,530 19.4% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,774 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,970
88	South Mountain Community College	4516	0	--	13152	35633	#88 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South Mountain Community College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 4,516 8.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,152 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,633
89	Grayson College	4324	0	--	6724	36417	#89 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grayson College Denison, TX Total Enrollment 4,324 3.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,724 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,417
90	University of St Thomas	4301	89.92	980 – 1,210	20599	49971	#90 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of St Thomas Houston, TX The University of St. Thomas’s motto is “Crescamus in Christo” – “Let us grow in Christ.” A Catholic school that opened in 1947, it was named after St. Thomas Aquinas. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse is the most popular undergraduate major by far. UST also has a satellite campus in Conroe, Texas. Total Enrollment 4,301 12.8% Acceptance Rate 89.9% SAT Score 980 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,599 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,971
91	Houston Christian University	4276	84.44	990 – 1,190	21282	44595	#91 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Houston Christian University Houston, TX Based in Houston, Houston Christian University accepted 84% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 100% of students at Houston Christian University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 69% and......Read more Total Enrollment 4,276 2.1% Acceptance Rate 84.4% SAT Score 990 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $21,282 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,595
92	Dallas Baptist University	4124	88.84	990 – 1,230	30057	45138	#92 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Located in Dallas, Dallas Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 89%. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 96% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. They receive $19,529 on average. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Total Enrollment 4,124 1.8% Acceptance Rate 88.8% SAT Score 990 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $30,057 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,138
93	Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City	3959	0	--	6926	35073	#93 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK Total Enrollment 3,959 4.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $6,926 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,073
94	University of Tulsa	3914	61.51	1,220 – 1,510	13095	54779	#94 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK Royal blue, old gold, and crimson are the official colors of the University of Tulsa. The Golden Hurricanes compete in Football, Basketball, and Soccer, among others. Alumni include inventors, businessmen, actors, scientists, and politicians. UT’s student-to-faculty ratio is 10 to 1. Total Enrollment 3,914 10.0% Acceptance Rate 61.5% SAT Score 1,220 – 1,510 Avg. Net Price $13,095 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,779
95	Cochise County Community College District	3905	0	--	8247	33836	#95 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista, AZ Total Enrollment 3,905 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,247 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,836
96	Brazosport College	3812	0	--	11311	37347	#96 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brazosport College Lake Jackson, TX Total Enrollment 3,812 7.0% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,311 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,347
97	University of North Texas at Dallas	3794	84.45	850 – 1,100	7586	51716	#97 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, the University of North Texas at Dallas accepts 84% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 88% of students attending the University of North Texas at Dallas will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year graduation......Read more Total Enrollment 3,794 0.1% Acceptance Rate 84.5% SAT Score 850 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $7,586 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,716
98	The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	3786	80	--	0	73887	#98 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 3,786 4.0% Acceptance Rate 80.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,887
99	Cameron University	3696	0	--	11320	33447	#99 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Cameron University Lawton, OK Total Enrollment 3,696 3.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,320 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,447
100	University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center	3680	0	--	0	52216	#100 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Oklahoma-Health Sciences Center Oklahoma City, OK Total Enrollment 3,680 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $52,216
101	University of Houston-Victoria	3586	95.9	1,000 – 1,190	6754	44888	#101 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Houston-Victoria Victoria, TX Based in Victoria, the University of Houston-Victoria accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 72% of students at the University of Houston-Victoria currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 3,586 5.2% Acceptance Rate 95.9% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,190 Avg. Net Price $6,754 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,888
102	Western New Mexico University	3531	0	--	9477	31166	#102 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western New Mexico University Silver City, NM Total Enrollment 3,531 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,477 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $31,166
103	Aspen University	3511	0	--	0	29448	#103 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Aspen University Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 3,511 32.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,448
104	St. Mary's University	3456	97.76	890 – 1,310	20412	44130	#104 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX St. Mary’s University is the oldest Catholic university in the state – the Roman Catholic Society of Mary opened it in 1852 at St. Mary’s Institute. The school offers up to Doctor's degrees and 51 programs, with many students currently studying Law. Total Enrollment 3,456 1.3% Acceptance Rate 97.8% SAT Score 890 – 1,310 Avg. Net Price $20,412 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,130
105	East Central University	3377	58.15	930 – 1,180	8565	40677	#105 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Central University Ada, OK Located in Ada, East Central University accepted 58% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $20 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 41% of students attending East Central University will receive grant aid from the school. 61% of students continued their......Read more Total Enrollment 3,377 5.5% Acceptance Rate 58.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $8,565 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $40,677
106	LeTourneau University	3330	38.01	1,030 – 1,350	29799	51058	#106 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) LeTourneau University Longview, TX Called LeTourneau Technical Institute when it opened in 1946, LeTourneau University's first classes were made up of almost entirely veterans who had just returned from World War II. It received its current name in 1989....Read more Total Enrollment 3,330 1.7% Acceptance Rate 38.0% SAT Score 1,030 – 1,350 Avg. Net Price $29,799 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $51,058
107	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor	3321	95.76	980 – 1,220	27651	48368	#107 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Based in Belton, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s acceptance rate is 96%. Undergraduates have to pay $35 to apply. Approximately 53% of students at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 3,321 5.7% Acceptance Rate 95.8% SAT Score 980 – 1,220 Avg. Net Price $27,651 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,368
108	Rogers State University	3272	81.84	890 – 970	15314	39324	#108 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Rogers State University Claremore, OK Located in Claremore, Rogers State University’s acceptance rate is 82% and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 15% of students attending Rogers State University will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 3,272 2.1% Acceptance Rate 81.8% SAT Score 890 – 970 Avg. Net Price $15,314 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,324
109	Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott	3264	76.58	1,160 – 1,360	41864	65391	#109 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus is located just north of a wildlife sanctuary and the Willow Creek Reservoir. Alumni of the school have gone on to have impressive careers as astronauts, scientists, military members, authors, athletes, and politicians....Read more Total Enrollment 3,264 0.7% Acceptance Rate 76.6% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $41,864 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $65,391
110	The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston	3241	0	--	0	82535	#110 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston, TX Total Enrollment 3,241 2.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $82,535
111	McMurry University	3175	57.04	960 – 1,170	20723	38647	#111 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) McMurry University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, McMurry University accepts 57% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students at McMurry University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 64%....Read more Total Enrollment 3,175 24.6% Acceptance Rate 57.0% SAT Score 960 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $20,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,647
112	Northland Pioneer College	3158	0	--	9817	29631	#112 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northland Pioneer College Holbrook, AZ Total Enrollment 3,158 11.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,817 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,631
113	Saint Edward's University	3033	81.42	1,000 – 1,260	28766	47743	#113 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward’s University is a Roman Catholic school, affiliated with the Congregation of Holy Cross. It’s somewhat selective and boasts a 12 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. 250 Hilltoppers compete in the Lone Star Conference. Some sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Total Enrollment 3,033 8.3% Acceptance Rate 81.4% SAT Score 1,000 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $28,766 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $47,743
114	Oklahoma City University	2966	77.02	1,070 – 1,280	24051	42312	#114 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University has a 77% acceptance rate, and 99% of enrolled students receive institutional aid. On the field, the Stars wear blue and white and are cheered on by their mascot, a ram named Starsky. A NAIA Division I school, the average athletic scholarship is $8,577. Total Enrollment 2,966 7.3% Acceptance Rate 77.0% SAT Score 1,070 – 1,280 Avg. Net Price $24,051 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,312
115	Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio	2953	64.5	630 – 850	27907	58951	#115 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio accepted 64% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 6% of students attending Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 2,953 7.9% Acceptance Rate 64.5% SAT Score 630 – 850 Avg. Net Price $27,907 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
116	Murray State College	2949	0	--	12844	33903	#116 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Murray State College Tishomingo, OK Total Enrollment 2,949 9.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,844 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,903
117	Oklahoma Christian University	2851	96.54	1,010 – 1,250	22391	43281	#117 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Christian University Edmond, OK Known as the Bald Eagles, there are 392 athletes at Oklahoma Christian University. You’ll also find a Bald Eagle on their seal and sideline, where Eagle cheers them on. 99% receive grant aid, and OC also provides its full-time students with laptops, iPhones, and iPads. Total Enrollment 2,851 3.9% Acceptance Rate 96.5% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $22,391 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,281
118	The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary	2850	57.71	1,050 – 1,260	16497	53001	#118 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, The Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s acceptance rate is 58%. Undergraduates have to send in $40 to apply. About 40% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 2,850 2.4% Acceptance Rate 57.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $16,497 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $53,001
119	Wayland Baptist University	2809	55.96	900 – 1,120	20446	44159	#119 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wayland Baptist University Plainview, TX Found in Plainview, Wayland Baptist University’s acceptance rate is 56%. They request $35 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students at Wayland Baptist University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The first year retention rate is 45%....Read more Total Enrollment 2,809 1.8% Acceptance Rate 56.0% SAT Score 900 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $20,446 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,159
120	New Mexico Highlands University	2704	0	--	11062	38952	#120 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas, NM Total Enrollment 2,704 3.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $11,062 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,952
121	Trinity University	2687	25.92	1,360 – 1,500	32224	55224	#121 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a private school affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. A whopping 100% of students receive institutional grants to help lower the cost of attendance, averaging $33,514 each. The school has produced entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, actresses, politicians, and more. Total Enrollment 2,687 0.3% Acceptance Rate 25.9% SAT Score 1,360 – 1,500 Avg. Net Price $32,224 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,224
122	Pima Medical Institute-Tucson	2676	0	--	0	37302	#122 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Pima Medical Institute-Tucson Tucson, AZ Total Enrollment 2,676 2.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,302
123	Bryan University	2519	100	--	20323	32146	#123 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Bryan University Tempe, AZ Total Enrollment 2,519 19.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $20,323 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,146
124	Strayer University-Texas	2508	0	--	22958	36582	#124 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch, TX Total Enrollment 2,508 2.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $22,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,582
125	Texas Wesleyan University	2487	69.16	1,020 – 1,100	26416	44773	#125 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth, TX Based in Fort Worth, Texas Wesleyan University accepted 69% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. Approximately 99% of students at Texas Wesleyan University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 61% and around 22%......Read more Total Enrollment 2,487 4.2% Acceptance Rate 69.2% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $26,416 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,773
126	Texas A&M University-Texarkana	2412	63.54	890 – 1,110	12747	41785	#126 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Based in Texarkana, Texas A&M University-Texarkana’s acceptance rate is 64%. Undergraduates have to send in $30 to apply. Approximately 54% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 64% and its four year graduation rate is 20%. The three most popular majors among......Read more Total Enrollment 2,412 14.4% Acceptance Rate 63.5% SAT Score 890 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $12,747 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,785
127	Galveston College	2405	0	--	7804	34299	#127 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galveston College Galveston, TX Total Enrollment 2,405 13.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,804 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,299
128	Texas A&M University-Central Texas	2403	100	--	1794	50382	#128 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, TX Total Enrollment 2,403 6.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $1,794 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,382
129	Mid-America Christian University	2397	91.76	930 – 1,010	17585	39265	#129 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City, OK Based in Oklahoma City, Mid-America Christian University accepted 92% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 73% of students attending Mid-America Christian University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,397 9.8% Acceptance Rate 91.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $17,585 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,265
130	Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology	2396	0	--	10869	44523	#130 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology Okmulgee, OK Total Enrollment 2,396 3.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,869 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,523
131	Sul Ross State University	2384	98.71	910 – 1,130	14454	34340	#131 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX Found in Alpine, Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate is 99% and requires $50 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. About 71% of attending students will receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 2,384 22.8% Acceptance Rate 98.7% SAT Score 910 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $14,454 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,340
132	Parker University	2308	0	--	29928	44181	#132 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Parker University Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 2,308 5.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,181
133	Chamberlain University-Texas	2270	83.87	--	31278	84533	#133 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Texas Houston, TX Based in Houston, Chamberlain University-Texas’s acceptance rate is 84%. They request $95 for undergraduate applications. About 74% of students attending Chamberlain University-Texas currently receive institutional grant aid. At Chamberlain University-Texas, there is a 61% first year retention rate and 75% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 2,270 6.0% Acceptance Rate 83.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,278 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
134	Southern Nazarene University	2198	0	--	23295	48255	#134 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Total Enrollment 2,198 1.5% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,295 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,255
135	Southwest University at El Paso	2130	0	--	16906	29611	#135 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwest University at El Paso El Paso, TX Total Enrollment 2,130 17.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,906 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,611
136	Northwestern Oklahoma State University	2079	65.45	880 – 1,080	10492	39997	#136 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Found in Alva, Northwestern Oklahoma State University’s acceptance rate is 65% and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of students attending Northwestern Oklahoma State University will receive institutional grant aid. The college’s first year retention rate is 65% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 2,079 7.8% Acceptance Rate 65.5% SAT Score 880 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $10,492 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,997
137	University of Dallas	2078	53.44	1,120 – 1,360	29209	45950	#137 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Dallas Irving, TX “Veritatem, Justitiam Diligite” is the motto of the University of Dallas, which translates to “Love Ye Truth and Justice.” The Crusaders compete in the NCAA Division III without football Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Popular sports include Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. Total Enrollment 2,078 4.8% Acceptance Rate 53.4% SAT Score 1,120 – 1,360 Avg. Net Price $29,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,950
138	Our Lady of the Lake University	1968	65.78	880 – 1,100	16999	41195	#138 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX Located in San Antonio, Our Lady of the Lake University accepts 66% of applicants. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 99% of students at Our Lady of the Lake University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,968 6.1% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 880 – 1,100 Avg. Net Price $16,999 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,195
139	Langston University	1937	0	--	10496	29691	#139 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Langston University Langston, OK Total Enrollment 1,937 1.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,496 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $29,691
140	West Coast University-Texas	1887	100	--	25417	96114	#140 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) West Coast University-Texas Richardson, TX Based in Richardson, West Coast University-Texas’s acceptance rate is 100%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 17% of students at West Coast University-Texas will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. The college’s first year retention rate is 50% and 67% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 1,887 16.8% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,417 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $96,114
141	East Texas Baptist University	1813	57.76	930 – 1,120	25092	41759	#141 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) East Texas Baptist University Marshall, TX Located in Marshall, East Texas Baptist University accepts 58% of applicants and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending East Texas Baptist University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. At East Texas Baptist University, there is a 71% first......Read more Total Enrollment 1,813 1.1% Acceptance Rate 57.8% SAT Score 930 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $25,092 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,759
142	Nelson University	1794	89.02	890 – 1,090	22359	37425	#142 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Nelson University Waxahachie, TX Found in Waxahachie, Nelson University’s acceptance rate is 89%. They charge $35 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 87% of students at Nelson University currently receive institutional grant aid. At Nelson University, there is a 75% first year retention rate and around 19% of......Read more Total Enrollment 1,794 4.0% Acceptance Rate 89.0% SAT Score 890 – 1,090 Avg. Net Price $22,359 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $37,425
143	Navajo Technical University	1704	0	--	5301	23280	#143 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Total Enrollment 1,704 10.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,301 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,280
144	Hardin-Simmons University	1665	90	1,010 – 1,210	19811	44392	#144 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Found in Abilene, Hardin-Simmons University accepted 90% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,665 0.6% Acceptance Rate 90.0% SAT Score 1,010 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $19,811 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,392
145	New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology	1622	44.49	1,080 – 1,320	11551	54530	#145 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology offers 28 degree programs. Many students choose to study Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. NMT is a space-grant school with a 9 to 1 student-to-faculty ratio. Total Enrollment 1,622 5.3% Acceptance Rate 44.5% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $11,551 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $54,530
146	Lubbock Christian University	1595	73.1	980 – 1,230	24544	46464	#146 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Lubbock Christian University Lubbock, TX Based in Lubbock, Lubbock Christian University accepted 73% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications. About 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,595 0.4% Acceptance Rate 73.1% SAT Score 980 – 1,230 Avg. Net Price $24,544 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,464
147	Galen Health Institutes-Houston	1582	0	--	29159	58951	#147 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galen Health Institutes-Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 1,582 191.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,159 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
148	Oklahoma Baptist University	1569	49.41	970 – 1,080	23839	42581	#148 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK Located in Shawnee, Oklahoma Baptist University accepted 49% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 72% and its four year......Read more Total Enrollment 1,569 2.8% Acceptance Rate 49.4% SAT Score 970 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $23,839 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,581
149	Southwestern University	1440	43.05	1,160 – 1,320	32228	49249	#149 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern University Georgetown, TX A small liberal arts school, Southwestern University offers 98% of attending students institutional grants, $31,958 on average. With nearly 40 majors, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science are the most popular options. Total Enrollment 1,440 1.2% Acceptance Rate 43.1% SAT Score 1,160 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $32,228 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,249
150	Dine College	1434	0	--	5916	23195	#150 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dine College Tsaile, AZ Total Enrollment 1,434 21.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $23,195
151	Northern New Mexico College	1425	0	--	8837	34377	#151 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Northern New Mexico College Espanola, NM Total Enrollment 1,425 8.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $8,837 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,377
152	Texas Lutheran University	1423	95.71	1,050 – 1,250	25119	48125	#152 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Lutheran University Seguin, TX Located in Seguin, Texas Lutheran University accepted 96% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 100% of students at Texas Lutheran University will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more......Read more Total Enrollment 1,423 4.6% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score 1,050 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $25,119 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,125
153	Arizona Christian University	1421	70.62	920 – 1,160	32514	39524	#153 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona Christian University Glendale, AZ Located in Glendale, Arizona Christian University accepted 71% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. About 97% of students at Arizona Christian University will receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s......Read more Total Enrollment 1,421 15.2% Acceptance Rate 70.6% SAT Score 920 – 1,160 Avg. Net Price $32,514 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,524
154	Concordia University Texas	1396	91.25	860 – 1,120	24723	48058	#154 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Concordia University Texas Austin, TX Located in Austin, Concordia University Texas accepted 91% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 100% of students attending Concordia University Texas currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending......Read more Total Enrollment 1,396 13.5% Acceptance Rate 91.3% SAT Score 860 – 1,120 Avg. Net Price $24,723 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $48,058
155	Schreiner University	1326	88.2	970 – 1,170	22884	45527	#155 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Schreiner University Kerrville, TX Found in Kerrville, Schreiner University accepts 88% of applicants. They request $25 for undergraduate applications and $25 for graduate applications. Approximately 99% of students at Schreiner University will receive institutional grant aid. At Schreiner University, there is a 67% first year retention rate and a 42% four......Read more Total Enrollment 1,326 9.8% Acceptance Rate 88.2% SAT Score 970 – 1,170 Avg. Net Price $22,884 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,527
156	Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix	1229	100	--	36352	32840	#156 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Located in Phoenix, Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix’s acceptance rate is 100% and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Phoenix currently receive institutional grant aid. The school’s first year retention rate is 68% and around 0% of students will......Read more Total Enrollment 1,229 15.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,352 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
157	Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online	1224	100	--	23684	46727	#157 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online Addison, TX Found in Addison, Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online accepts 100% of applicants. They charge $50 for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 50% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 1,224 33.3% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $23,684 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,727
158	Austin College	1217	47.65	1,110 – 1,320	23462	45242	#158 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Austin College Sherman, TX Austin College’s Fighting Kangaroos, competing in the American Southwest Conference, wear crimson and gold. Many alumni have gone on to have impressive careers as musicians, politicians, educators, athletes, and authors. The most popular undergraduate major is Biology/Biological Sciences, General. Total Enrollment 1,217 7.1% Acceptance Rate 47.7% SAT Score 1,110 – 1,320 Avg. Net Price $23,462 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $45,242
159	Western Technical College	1206	84.91	--	5294	35035	#159 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepted 85% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 33% of students at Western Technical College will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,206 5.1% Acceptance Rate 84.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $5,294 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,035
160	Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe	1202	100	--	29819	32840	#160 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe Tempe, AZ Found in Tempe, Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe accepts 100% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in $49 to apply. Approximately 4% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe currently receive grant aid from the school. They receive $2,000 on average. The first year retention rate is 71%....Read more Total Enrollment 1,202 3.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $29,819 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
161	Galen Health Institutes-Austin Campus	1161	0	--	28423	58951	#161 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galen Health Institutes-Austin Campus Round Rock, TX Total Enrollment 1,161 26.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $28,423 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
162	Galen Health Institutes-Dallas	1153	0	--	30010	58951	#162 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Galen Health Institutes-Dallas Richardson, TX Total Enrollment 1,153 108.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $30,010 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $58,951
163	University of the Southwest	1130	45.39	830 – 1,050	17243	36600	#163 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Based in Hobbs, the University of the Southwest accepted 45% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 97% of students at the University of the Southwest currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 1,130 9.3% Acceptance Rate 45.4% SAT Score 830 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $17,243 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,600
164	Huston-Tillotson University	1059	39.09	850 – 1,250	20355	38342	#164 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Based in Austin, Huston-Tillotson University accepted 39% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They request $25 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. The institution’s first year retention rate is......Read more Total Enrollment 1,059 2.9% Acceptance Rate 39.1% SAT Score 850 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $20,355 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,342
165	University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma	1027	65.82	1,080 – 1,250	8070	35520	#165 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Chickasha, OK Based in Chickasha, the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 54% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the University of Science and Arts of......Read more Total Enrollment 1,027 12.4% Acceptance Rate 65.8% SAT Score 1,080 – 1,250 Avg. Net Price $8,070 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,520
166	Oklahoma Panhandle State University	1021	68.3	890 – 1,080	7326	39089	#166 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma Panhandle State University accepts 68% of applicants and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 66% of students attending Oklahoma Panhandle State University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 1,021 4.7% Acceptance Rate 68.3% SAT Score 890 – 1,080 Avg. Net Price $7,326 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,089
167	Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-El Paso	997	0	--	0	63721	#167 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center-El Paso El Paso, TX Total Enrollment 997 8.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
168	North American University	983	100	--	16303	32221	#168 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) North American University Stafford, TX Located in Stafford, North American University accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and $50 for graduate applications. About 95% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 983 6.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,303 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,221
169	Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development	947	97.47	780 – 1,010	15381	20816	#169 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Santa Fe, NM Found in Santa Fe, the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development’s acceptance rate is 97%. They request $25 for undergraduate applications. About 93% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. At the Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts......Read more Total Enrollment 947 14.0% Acceptance Rate 97.5% SAT Score 780 – 1,010 Avg. Net Price $15,381 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $20,816
170	University of Advancing Technology	933	98.06	950 – 1,180	27286	39016	#170 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Located in Tempe, the University of Advancing Technology’s acceptance rate is 98%. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 24% of students at the University of Advancing Technology will receive grant aid from the school. The college’s first year retention rate is 77% and 41% of students will earn......Read more Total Enrollment 933 2.8% Acceptance Rate 98.1% SAT Score 950 – 1,180 Avg. Net Price $27,286 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,016
171	Ottawa University-Surprise	912	78.15	880 – 1,110	34037	49139	#171 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Ottawa University-Surprise Surprise, AZ Located in Surprise, Ottawa University-Surprise’s acceptance rate is 78% and charges $25 for undergraduate applications. Approximately 100% of students at Ottawa University-Surprise currently receive grant aid from the school. 50% of students decide to stay at Ottawa University-Surprise after completing their first year....Read more Total Enrollment 912 9.1% Acceptance Rate 78.2% SAT Score 880 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $34,037 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $49,139
172	Amberton University	892	0	--	0	63721	#172 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Amberton University Garland, TX Total Enrollment 892 0.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
173	Oklahoma Wesleyan University	880	66.17	930 – 1,110	27312	55700	#173 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK Found in Bartlesville, Oklahoma Wesleyan University accepted 66% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and charges unknown for undergraduate applications. About 100% of students attending Oklahoma Wesleyan University currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 880 7.1% Acceptance Rate 66.2% SAT Score 930 – 1,110 Avg. Net Price $27,312 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $55,700
174	Prescott College	867	94.51	1,020 – 1,260	23377	33539	#174 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Prescott College Prescott, AZ Located in Prescott, Prescott College’s acceptance rate is 95%. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 91% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable. 74% of students continued their studies at......Read more Total Enrollment 867 4.6% Acceptance Rate 94.5% SAT Score 1,020 – 1,260 Avg. Net Price $23,377 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,539
175	Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology	840	100	860 – 1,060	29916	44028	#175 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology Tulsa, OK Total Enrollment 840 12.9% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 860 – 1,060 Avg. Net Price $29,916 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $44,028
176	Hallmark University	836	51.34	--	12053	46666	#176 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Hallmark University San Antonio, TX Found in San Antonio, Hallmark University accepts 51% of applicants. Undergraduates have to send in unknown to apply. Approximately 20% of attending students currently receive grant aid from the school. On average, these students are given $1,878 each. The first year retention rate is 74%....Read more Total Enrollment 836 4.9% Acceptance Rate 51.3% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,053 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $46,666
177	Howard Payne University	809	67.37	890 – 1,200	25750	38212	#177 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Based in Brownwood, Howard Payne University’s acceptance rate is 67%. Undergraduates have to pay unknown to apply. About 91% of students at Howard Payne University currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 809 2.9% Acceptance Rate 67.4% SAT Score 890 – 1,200 Avg. Net Price $25,750 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $38,212
178	Wiley University	783	0	--	7149	28078	#178 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wiley University Marshall, TX Wiley University opened in 1873, became Wiley College in 1929, and began offering Master’s degrees again in 2024. Two commonly chosen undergraduate majors are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. The school’s motto is “Go Forth Inspired.” Total Enrollment 783 23.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $7,149 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,078
179	Southwestern Adventist University	764	78.36	920 – 1,210	20466	43643	#179 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Located in Keene, Southwestern Adventist University’s acceptance rate is 78%. They require unknown for undergraduate applications. Approximately 99% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid. On average, these students receive $9,712 each. The first year retention rate is 73%....Read more Total Enrollment 764 6.5% Acceptance Rate 78.4% SAT Score 920 – 1,210 Avg. Net Price $20,466 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,643
180	Brookline College-Phoenix	739	0	--	27550	32705	#180 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 739 1.6% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $27,550 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
181	Chamberlain University-Arizona	693	90.91	--	36087	84533	#181 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Chamberlain University-Arizona Phoenix, AZ Based in Phoenix, Chamberlain University-Arizona accepts 91% of applicants. They request $95 for undergraduate applications, but fee waivers may be requested. Approximately 100% of students at Chamberlain University-Arizona currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 693 7.0% Acceptance Rate 90.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $36,087 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $84,533
182	Paul Quinn College	628	40.28	840 – 990	12709	27021	#182 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Paul Quinn College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Paul Quinn College accepted 40% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle. They charge unknown for undergraduate applications and . Approximately 88% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 628 4.3% Acceptance Rate 40.3% SAT Score 840 – 990 Avg. Net Price $12,709 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,021
183	Jarvis Christian University	622	0	--	9082	27077	#183 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Jarvis Christian University Hawkins, TX Total Enrollment 622 22.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $9,082 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,077
184	Texas College	614	0	--	10958	27901	#184 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Texas College Tyler, TX Total Enrollment 614 4.7% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $10,958 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $27,901
185	Western Technical College	611	82.86	--	26838	35035	#185 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Western Technical College El Paso, TX Based in El Paso, Western Technical College accepts 83% of applicants and requires unknown for undergraduate applications and . About 1% of attending students will receive institutional grant aid. At Western Technical College, there is a 89% first year retention rate and a 0% four year graduation rate....Read more Total Enrollment 611 3.8% Acceptance Rate 82.9% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,838 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $35,035
186	Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas	588	100	--	37109	32840	#186 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas’s acceptance rate is 100% and requests $49 to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 0% of students at Arizona College of Nursing-Dallas will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 588 53.5% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $37,109 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
187	Baptist Health System School of Health Professions	575	100	--	0	73262	#187 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Baptist Health System School of Health Professions San Antonio, TX Total Enrollment 575 9.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $73,262
188	Grace School of Theology	568	0	--	0	63721	#188 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Grace School of Theology Conroe, TX Total Enrollment 568 4.2% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
189	Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson	562	100	--	33771	32840	#189 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson Tucson, AZ Located in Tucson, Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson accepted 100% students who applied to the school in the last admissions cycle and requires $49 for undergraduate applications and . About 0% of students attending Arizona College of Nursing-Tucson will receive institutional grant aid. 50% of students continued their studies......Read more Total Enrollment 562 0.7% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $33,771 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,840
190	Brookline College-Albuquerque	560	0	--	31827	32705	#190 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Total Enrollment 560 13.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $31,827 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
191	The King's University	540	60.64	870 – 1,130	13940	30883	#191 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The King's University Southlake, TX Found in Southlake, The King's University accepts 61% of applicants and requires $40 for undergraduate applications and . About 36% of students attending The King's University will receive grant aid from the school. The school’s first year retention rate is 50% and 47% of students will graduate in four years. The top three......Read more Total Enrollment 540 6.7% Acceptance Rate 60.6% SAT Score 870 – 1,130 Avg. Net Price $13,940 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $30,883
192	St. John's College	467	53.15	1,300 – 1,480	25209	33770	#192 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) St. John's College Santa Fe, NM St. John’s College sits in the shadow of Atalaya Mountain. A very small school, it should come as no surprise that the student-to-faculty ratio is low – 8 to 1. The mascot of the New Mexico branch is the axolotl. 93% of students receive institutional grants. Total Enrollment 467 4.5% Acceptance Rate 53.2% SAT Score 1,300 – 1,480 Avg. Net Price $25,209 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,770
193	Crestpoint University	446	0	--	14930	34769	#193 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Crestpoint University Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 446 1.8% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $14,930 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,769
194	College of Biblical Studies-Houston	419	0	--	672	33366	#194 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) College of Biblical Studies-Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 419 13.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $672 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $33,366
195	Southwestern Christian University	399	62.06	900 – 1,050	20528	34574	#195 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian University Bethany, OK Based in Bethany, Southwestern Christian University accepts 62% of applicants. They request unknown for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of attending students currently receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 399 9.6% Acceptance Rate 62.1% SAT Score 900 – 1,050 Avg. Net Price $20,528 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,574
196	The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center	359	0	--	0	72924	#196 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX Total Enrollment 359 1.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $72,924
197	Arlington Baptist University	302	0	--	25267	32206	#197 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX Total Enrollment 302 9.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $25,267 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,206
198	Randall University	298	57.86	890 – 1,040	19928	41012	#198 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Randall University Moore, OK Based in Moore, Randall University’s acceptance rate is 58%. They charge $40 for undergraduate applications, but some schools offer fee waivers. Approximately 98% of students attending Randall University will receive institutional grant aid. At Randall University, there is a 56% first year retention rate and around 8% of......Read more Total Enrollment 298 0.3% Acceptance Rate 57.9% SAT Score 890 – 1,040 Avg. Net Price $19,928 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $41,012
199	South University-Austin	297	50	--	26168	34115	#199 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) South University-Austin Round Rock, TX Located in Round Rock, South University-Austin’s acceptance rate is 50% and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. About 18% of students attending South University-Austin will receive institutional grant aid....Read more Total Enrollment 297 2.4% Acceptance Rate 50.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $26,168 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $34,115
200	Center for Advanced Legal Studies	271	32.81	--	12257	43827	#200 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Center for Advanced Legal Studies Houston, TX Total Enrollment 271 11.5% Acceptance Rate 32.8% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $12,257 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $43,827
201	Wade College	252	0	--	17441	28055	#201 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Wade College Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 252 22.9% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,441 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $28,055
202	Dallas Christian College	248	21.8	810 – 1,070	24001	39868	#202 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Dallas Christian College Dallas, TX Found in Dallas, Dallas Christian College accepts 22% of applicants and requests unknown to apply, but fee waivers may be available. Approximately 97% of students attending Dallas Christian College currently receive institutional grant aid to make attending college more affordable....Read more Total Enrollment 248 10.8% Acceptance Rate 21.8% SAT Score 810 – 1,070 Avg. Net Price $24,001 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $39,868
203	Brookline College-Tucson	218	0	--	17385	32705	#203 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Brookline College-Tucson Tucson, AZ Total Enrollment 218 3.3% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $17,385 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $32,705
204	Pathways College	196	100	--	0	63721	#204 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Pathways College Phoenix, AZ Total Enrollment 196 Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $63,721
205	Sessions College for Professional Design	194	95.65	--	15124	36805	#205 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Sessions College for Professional Design Tempe, AZ Located in Tempe, Sessions College for Professional Design accepts 96% of applicants. Undergraduates have to pay $75 to apply. Approximately 14% of students at Sessions College for Professional Design currently receive grant aid from the school....Read more Total Enrollment 194 26.0% Acceptance Rate 95.7% SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $15,124 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $36,805
206	Remington College-Online Dallas	178	0	--	24413	26884	#206 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Remington College-Online Dallas Dallas, TX Total Enrollment 178 60.4% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $24,413 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $26,884
207	Criswell College	160	100	1,090 – 1,150	5865	42026	#207 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Criswell College Dallas, TX Criswell College was founded in 1970, originally named the Criswell Bible Institute. This Baptist Christian school offers up to Master's degree, and it has very small class sizes, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 5 to 1. andGeneral Studies are commonly chosen undergraduate majors. Total Enrollment 160 2.6% Acceptance Rate 100.0% SAT Score 1,090 – 1,150 Avg. Net Price $5,865 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $42,026
208	Denver College of Nursing-Houston	135	0	--	0	80184	#208 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Denver College of Nursing-Houston Houston, TX Total Enrollment 135 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $0 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $80,184
209	Justice University	124	0	--	13238	0	#209 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Justice University Chandler, AZ Total Enrollment 124 Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $13,238 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $0
210	Southwestern Christian College	110	0	--	16706	50472	#210 2026 Top Colleges Ranked by Total Enrollment – Southwest (AZ, NM, OK, TX) Southwestern Christian College Terrell, TX Total Enrollment 110 14.1% Acceptance Rate -- SAT Score -- Avg. Net Price $16,706 Sign in to see your Estimated Net Price Median Starting Salary $50,472