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2026 Best Colleges in America

19 Universities Found

The Best Colleges ranking is based on rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial, and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with millions of reviews from students and alumni. The ranking compares more than 1,000 top colleges and universities in the U.S.

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#1 BEST COLLEGES

University of Cambridge

The Old Schools, Trinity Ln, Cambridge · university

Explore tuition, admissions & programs for international students at University of Cambridge.

Acceptance rate
21%
Tuition
$9,000
SAT Score
1400
#2 BEST COLLEGES

Babson College

231 Forest St, Babson Park · university

Learn why Babson College is a leading university — rankings, majors & aid.

Acceptance rate
25%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1300
#3 BEST COLLEGES

St. Lawrence University

23 Romoda Dr, Canton · university

Explore top-ranked programs at St. Lawrence University, plus tuition & campus life.

Acceptance rate
35%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1200
#4 BEST COLLEGES

University of Miami

1320 S Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables · university

Learn key facts about University of Miami — tuition, majors & life on campus.

Acceptance rate
27%
Tuition
$54,000
SAT Score
1300
#5 BEST COLLEGES

Lehigh University

27 Memorial Dr W, Bethlehem · university

Learn all about Lehigh University — tuition, aid & more.

Acceptance rate
32%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1300
#6 BEST COLLEGES

American University

4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington · university

Explore American University, ranking highlights, academics, tuition & admissions info.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
36%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#7 BEST COLLEGES

North Carolina State University

Raleigh · university

Learn what makes North Carolina State University unique — tuition, top majors, student life & more.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
39%
Tuition
$9,500
SAT Score
1369
#8 BEST COLLEGES

San Diego State University

Administration, Hepner Hall, 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego · university

Discover student life at San Diego State University — dorms, programs & culture.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
34%
Tuition
$19,000
SAT Score
1100
#9 BEST COLLEGES

Chicago State University

9501 S King Dr, Chicago · university

Discover if Chicago State University fits your goals — tuition, majors & student culture explained.

Overall Grade
B
Acceptance rate
40%
Tuition
$12,754
SAT Score
860
#10 BEST COLLEGES

University of Florida

Gainesville · university

Everything about University of Florida — tuition & student experience.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
37%
Tuition
$21,200
SAT Score
1200
#11 BEST COLLEGES

University of Rochester

Rochester · university

Curious about University of Rochester? Learn how much it costs, what you can study & how campus life feels.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
29%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1400
#12 BEST COLLEGES

University of Richmond

410 Westhampton Way, Richmond · university

Explore ranking details & academic strengths of University of Richmond.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
30%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1300
#13 BEST COLLEGES

Howard University

2400 6th St NW, Washington · university

Explore admissions, scholarships, tuition details, academics, and campus life at Howard University.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
40%
Tuition
$30,000
SAT Score
1100
#14 BEST COLLEGES

Brandeis University

415 South St, Waltham · university

Learn about Brandeis University — cost, programs & campus life.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
30%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1400
#15 BEST COLLEGES

Case Western Reserve University

10900 Euclid Ave, Cleveland · university

Compare tuition, majors, scholarships, and student life at Case Western Reserve University.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
27%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1400
#16 BEST COLLEGES

Bucknell University

One Dent Dr, Lewisburg · university

See why Bucknell University stands out — rankings, majors, aid & campus life.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
32%
Tuition
$60,000
SAT Score
1300
#17 BEST COLLEGES

Denison University

100 W College St, Granville · university

Learn what makes Denison University unique — tuition, top majors, student life & more.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
30%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#18 BEST COLLEGES

Wake Forest University

1834 Wake Forest Rd, Winston-Salem · university

Your one-stop guide to Wake Forest University — programs, admissions, life on campus & financial aid.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
29%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1300
#19 BEST COLLEGES

Villanova University

800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova · university

Learn about Villanova University — cost, programs & campus life.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
28%
Tuition
$55,000
SAT Score
1300