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2026 Best Colleges in America

46 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.

1-25 of 46 results
#1 BEST COLLEGES

The Pennsylvania State University

201 Old Main, University Park · university

Thinking about a university? Review The Pennsylvania State University — admissions & student life.

Acceptance rate
56%
Tuition
$18,000
SAT Score
1200
#2 BEST COLLEGES

Liberty University Online

800 Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg · point_of_interest

Your full overview of Liberty University Online — admissions, tuition, majors, student housing & more.

Acceptance rate
50%
Tuition
$20,000
SAT Score
1000
#3 BEST COLLEGES

Grand Canyon University

Arena, 3300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix · university

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

Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$16,390
SAT Score
1105
#4 BEST COLLEGES

University of South Florida

4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa · university

Find the best of campus culture, programs & aid at University of South Florida.

Acceptance rate
44%
Tuition
$21,000
SAT Score
1200
#5 BEST COLLEGES

St. Olaf College

1520 St Olaf Ave, Northfield · university

Explore everything about St. Olaf College — from application steps to student life & academics.

Acceptance rate
45%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1300
#6 BEST COLLEGES

University of Tennessee Office of Undergraduate Admissions

1315-1331 Cir Park Dr, Knoxville · point_of_interest

Learn about University of Tennessee Office of Undergraduate Admissions: tuition and fees, financial aid options, admissions, programs, campus life & more.

Acceptance rate
46%
Tuition
$11,556
SAT Score
1190
#7 BEST COLLEGES

Claflin University

400 Magnolia St, Orangeburg · university

Find the best of campus culture, programs & aid at Claflin University.

Acceptance rate
55%
Tuition
$25,000
SAT Score
1000
#8 BEST COLLEGES

Biola University

13800 Biola Ave, La Mirada · university

Top university — Biola University programs & cost.

Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$41,976
SAT Score
1240
#9 BEST COLLEGES

University of Vermont

Burlington · university

Start planning your education at University of Vermont, a top university — academics, fees & housing.

Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$19,058
SAT Score
1340
#10 BEST COLLEGES

Pepperdine University

24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu · university

Discover highly ranked programs & learning opportunities at Pepperdine University.

Acceptance rate
49%
Tuition
$55,640
SAT Score
1360
#11 BEST COLLEGES

University of La Verne

Landis Academic Center, 1950 3rd St, La Verne · university

Discover highly ranked programs & learning opportunities at University of La Verne.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
48%
Tuition
$49,470
SAT Score
1115
#12 BEST COLLEGES

Chapman University

1 University Dr, Orange · university

Discover the vibe at Chapman University — fun campus, good programs & housing.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
58%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#13 BEST COLLEGES

Grambling State University

403 Main St, Grambling · school

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

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
50%
Tuition
$8,000
SAT Score
1000
#14 BEST COLLEGES

DeVry University

Lower Level 1, 4225 Naperville Rd, Lisle · university

Start your journey at DeVry University — admissions, financial aid, campus life & more.

Overall Grade
C
Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$15,000
SAT Score
1000
#15 BEST COLLEGES

Elizabeth City State University

1704 Weeksville Rd, Elizabeth City · university

Explore student life at Elizabeth City State University — clubs, housing, academics & admissions.

Overall Grade
C+
Acceptance rate
50%
Tuition
$5,000
SAT Score
1000
#16 BEST COLLEGES

University of San Diego

5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego · university

Discover University of San Diego academics, cost & culture.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
49%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#17 BEST COLLEGES

University of Denver

Denver · university

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

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#18 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
#19 BEST COLLEGES

Husky Stadium

UW Campus, 3800 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle · stadium

Find the best of campus culture, programs & aid at Husky Stadium.

Overall Grade
A
Acceptance rate
52%
Tuition
$11,200
SAT Score
1200
#20 BEST COLLEGES

Elmhurst University

190 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst · university

Your guide to Elmhurst University: tuition costs, financial aid, admissions, top majors & campus experience.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
60%
Tuition
$40,000
SAT Score
1100
#21 BEST COLLEGES

Clemson University

105 Sikes Hall, Clemson · university

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

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
51%
Tuition
$15,000
SAT Score
1200
#22 BEST COLLEGES

Regent University

1000 Regent University Dr, Virginia Beach · university

International applicants: Explore Regent University — tuition, aid & campus community.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
41%
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SAT Score
1160
#23 BEST COLLEGES

Stony Brook University

100 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook · university

Learn why students choose Stony Brook University — reputation, fees, aid & community.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
44%
Tuition
$10,500
SAT Score
1200
#24 BEST COLLEGES

The University of Tampa

401 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa · university

Find costs, admissions & campus life at The University of Tampa.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
45%
Tuition
$30,000
SAT Score
1100
#25 BEST COLLEGES

University of Maryland

College Park · university

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

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
44%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1200