2026

NICHE

BEST

COLLEGES

2026 Best Colleges in America

67 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 67 results

#1 BEST COLLEGES

South Dakota State University

1015 Campanile Ave, Brookings · university

International student guide to South Dakota State University — tuition, scholarships, admissions & campus life.

Acceptance rate

98%

Tuition

$12,809

SAT Score

1100

#2 BEST COLLEGES

Regis University

3333 Regis Blvd, Denver · university

Explore career-focused programs & campus experience at Regis University.

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$45,000

SAT Score

1100

#3 BEST COLLEGES

Eastern Connecticut State University

83 Windham St, Willimantic · university

Apply to Eastern Connecticut State University — discover tuition, majors & scholarships.

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$10,000

SAT Score

1050

#4 BEST COLLEGES

University of Maine

168 College Ave, Orono · university

Find key info on University of Maine — cost, admissions, programs & student life.

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$10,500

SAT Score

1050

#5 BEST COLLEGES

Delta State University

0001, 1003 W Sunflower Rd, Cleveland · university

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

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$8,000

SAT Score

1000

#6 BEST COLLEGES

Sewanee: The University Of The South

735 University Ave, Sewanee · university

Explore ranking details & academic strengths of Sewanee: The University Of The South.

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$50,000

SAT Score

1200

#7 BEST COLLEGES

Southern Illinois University

Carbondale · university

Your guide to Southern Illinois University: programs, cost & life on campus.

Acceptance rate

68%

Tuition

$15,000

SAT Score

1050

#8 BEST COLLEGES

Upper Iowa University - Fayette

605 Washington St, Fayette · university

International applicants: Explore programs, cost & campus life at Upper Iowa University - Fayette.

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$30,000

SAT Score

1000

#9 BEST COLLEGES

University at Albany

1400 Washington Ave, Albany · university

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

Acceptance rate

54%

Tuition

$25,000

SAT Score

1100

#10 BEST COLLEGES

Tennessee State University

3500 John A Merritt Blvd, Nashville · university

Top-ranked Tennessee State University — explore tuition, admissions & top majors.

Acceptance rate

92%

Tuition

$7,320

SAT Score

985

#11 BEST COLLEGES

Campbell University

143 Main St, Buies Creek · university

Campbell University — tuition, majors & admissions.

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$40,000

SAT Score

1100

#12 BEST COLLEGES

Jacksonville University

2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville · university

Everything about Jacksonville University — tuition & student experience.

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$30,000

SAT Score

1100

#13 BEST COLLEGES

Clark University

950 Main St, Worcester · university

Learn why global students prefer Clark University, a university school.

Acceptance rate

45%

Tuition

$50,000

SAT Score

1200

#14 BEST COLLEGES

Louisiana State University

Pleasant Hall, 1146, Baton Rouge · university

Discover highly ranked programs & learning opportunities at Louisiana State University.

Acceptance rate

74%

Tuition

$11,000

SAT Score

1100

#15 BEST COLLEGES

Northwestern State University

175 Sam Sibley Dr, Natchitoches · university

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

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$8,000

SAT Score

1000

#16 BEST COLLEGES

Colorado State University Pueblo

2200 Bonforte Blvd, Pueblo · university

See what life is like at Colorado State University Pueblo — a top university.

Acceptance rate

99%

Tuition

$10,050

SAT Score

990

#17 BEST COLLEGES

Wingate University

211 E Wilson St, Wingate · university

Discover campus culture at Wingate University — activities, degrees & affordability.

Acceptance rate

68%

Tuition

$35,000

SAT Score

1050

#18 BEST COLLEGES

Eastern Washington University

526 5th St, Cheney · university

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

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$8,000

SAT Score

1000

#19 BEST COLLEGES

Northeastern Illinois University

Parking lot, 5500 N St Louis Ave, Chicago · university

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

Acceptance rate

70%

Tuition

$10,000

SAT Score

1000

#20 BEST COLLEGES

Missouri State University

901 S National Ave, Springfield · university

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

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$8,000

SAT Score

1000

#21 BEST COLLEGES

Worcester State University

486 Chandler St, Worcester · university

Everything you must know about Worcester State University: programs, cost, campus & scholarships.

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$10,000

SAT Score

1000

#22 BEST COLLEGES

University of New Haven

300 Boston Post Rd, West Haven · university

Everything about University of New Haven — tuition & student experience.

Acceptance rate

80%

Tuition

$45,000

SAT Score

1100

#23 BEST COLLEGES

University of Kentucky

Lexington · university

Apply to University of Kentucky — discover tuition, majors & scholarships.

Acceptance rate

93%

Tuition

$30,000

SAT Score

1100

#24 BEST COLLEGES

University of the Pacific

3601 Pacific Ave, Stockton · university

See what life is like at University of the Pacific — a top university.

Acceptance rate

65%

Tuition

$50,000

SAT Score

1200

#25 BEST COLLEGES

Marymount University

2807 N Glebe Rd, Arlington · university

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

Acceptance rate

84%

Tuition

$35,000

SAT Score

1100