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2026 Best Colleges in America

100 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.

51-75 of 100 results
#51 BEST COLLEGES

Suffolk University

73 Tremont St, Boston · university

Your guide to studying at Suffolk University — scholarships, admissions & majors.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
82%
Tuition
$45,000
SAT Score
1100
#52 BEST COLLEGES

Bellevue University

1000 Galvin Rd S, Bellevue · university

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

Overall Grade
C
Acceptance rate
100%
Tuition
$8,000
SAT Score
1000
#53 BEST COLLEGES

Faulkner University

5345 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery · university

Faulkner University — tuition, majors & admissions.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$20,000
SAT Score
1000
#54 BEST COLLEGES

University of New England - Biddeford Campus

11 Hills Beach Rd, Biddeford · university

Learn what makes University of New England - Biddeford Campus unique — tuition, top majors, student life & more.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$35,000
SAT Score
1100
#55 BEST COLLEGES

Gannon University

109 University Square, Erie · university

Ready to apply to Gannon University? Compare programs, tuition rates, campus life & admissions.

Overall Grade
B-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$35,000
SAT Score
1100
#56 BEST COLLEGES

Montana State University

Culbertson Hall, 100, Bozeman · university

Considering Montana State University? Review tuition, scholarships, majors & student life before applying.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
86%
Tuition
$8,460
SAT Score
1160
#57 BEST COLLEGES

University of the Cumberlands

6178 College Station Drive, Williamsburg · university

Get essential info about University of the Cumberlands, including tuition, aid, top programs, campus life, admissions & more.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$25,000
SAT Score
1000
#58 BEST COLLEGES

University of Iowa

Iowa City · university

Your guide to University of Iowa — tuition, aid, majors, admissions & more.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
84%
Tuition
$9,565
SAT Score
1140
#59 BEST COLLEGES

The University of Oklahoma

660 Parrington Oval, Norman · university

Ready to apply to The University of Oklahoma? Compare programs, tuition rates, campus life & admissions.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1200
#60 BEST COLLEGES

Tarleton State University

1333 W Washington St, Stephenville · university

See if Tarleton State University fits your goals — programs, tuition & campus culture.

Overall Grade
B
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1050
#61 BEST COLLEGES

Franklin Pierce University

DiGregorio, 40 University Dr, Rindge · university

Thinking about a university? Review Franklin Pierce University — admissions & student life.

Overall Grade
B
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$40,000
SAT Score
1000
#62 BEST COLLEGES

University of Minnesota Duluth

Bohannon Hall, 1049 University Dr, Duluth · university

Discover University of Minnesota Duluth — tuition, aid & campus experience.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$15,000
SAT Score
1100
#63 BEST COLLEGES

Shippensburg University

1871 Old Main Dr, Shippensburg · university

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

Overall Grade
B-
Acceptance rate
85%
Tuition
$13,720
SAT Score
1090
#64 BEST COLLEGES

Longwood University

201 High St, Farmville · university

Plan your future with Longwood University — compare tuition, explore majors, learn about campus life & admissions.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
84%
Tuition
$12,673
SAT Score
1110
#65 BEST COLLEGES

University of Mississippi

University · university

Experience student life at University of Mississippi — activities, academics & fees.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
88%
Tuition
$25,000
SAT Score
1100
#66 BEST COLLEGES

Oregon State University

1500 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis · university

Experience student life at Oregon State University — activities, academics & fees.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
82%
Tuition
$30,000
SAT Score
1100
#67 BEST COLLEGES

Kent State University

800 E Summit St, Kent · university

Explore campus life, programs & costs at Kent State University, a university.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
85%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1100
#68 BEST COLLEGES

Bridgewater State University

131 Summer St #100, Bridgewater · university

Learn why global students prefer Bridgewater State University, a university school.

Overall Grade
C
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1000
#69 BEST COLLEGES

John Carroll University

1 John Carroll Blvd, University Heights · university

Discover degree programs at John Carroll University, plus costs, aid & student life.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$45,000
SAT Score
1100
#70 BEST COLLEGES

Wayne State University

42 W Warren Ave, Detroit · university

Wayne State University guide — academics, aid & student life.

Overall Grade
B
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$15,000
SAT Score
1050
#71 BEST COLLEGES

Troy University

600 University Ave, Troy · university

Discover degree programs at Troy University, plus costs, aid & student life.

Overall Grade
C+
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1050
#72 BEST COLLEGES

Seattle University

901 12th Ave, Seattle · university

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

Overall Grade
C
Acceptance rate
82%
Tuition
$50,000
SAT Score
1200
#73 BEST COLLEGES

Auburn University

Auburn · university

Find tuition, admissions info, financial aid, academics, and student life details for Auburn University.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1200
#74 BEST COLLEGES

Arizona State University Tempe Campus

1151 S Forest Ave, Tempe · university

Curious about Arizona State University Tempe Campus? Discover majors, tuition & campus living.

Overall Grade
A-
Acceptance rate
86%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1200
#75 BEST COLLEGES

Old Dominion University

5115 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk · university

Get insights into Old Dominion University: tuition, scholarships, admissions criteria, academics & campus experience.

Overall Grade
B+
Acceptance rate
80%
Tuition
$10,000
SAT Score
1100