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2019 Top Colleges for Health Professions in AmericaAbout this List

The Top Colleges for Health Professions ranking is based on key statistics and student reviews using data from the U.S. Department of Education. The ranking compares the top colleges that offer degrees in health professions in the U.S. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Harvard University

    • 4 Year
    • Cambridge, MA
    • 684 reviews
    #3 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: I just finished my first year at Harvard. I had a rocky transition at first, but I am really loving it! The professors and TFs I have had are all really friendly and accessible, and there is an endless list of classes that I want to take. Conversations with peers are really thought-provoking and deep. You can find so many great communities through different activities, and there are so many great people on campus. Even as a freshman, I have been offered so many unique opportunities that I know come from Harvard's resources. I never thought it could, but Harvard has really become my home this year.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 5% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,030 Net Price
    • 1460-1590 SAT Range
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  2. Johns Hopkins University

    • 4 Year
    • Baltimore, MD
    • 1,254 reviews
    #26 Best Colleges in America

    Graduate Student: I am a first year graduate student in their online Museum Studies program. So far, I love everything about Johns Hopkins University. My professors have been very attentive and answer all my questions quickly, the work is very relevant and there are so many resources to help me. JHU's admissions office and academic advisors have been in constant contact with me, making sure I was all set for the semester. My student alumni ambassador is a wonderful person who has been helping me with JHU on a personally experienced level as she has graduated from the same program. I am proud to be a part of the JHU community!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 13% Acceptance Rate
    • $29,066 Net Price
    • 1450-1570 SAT Range
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  3. University of Pennsylvania

    • 4 Year
    • Philadelphia, PA
    • 1,180 reviews
    #6 Best Colleges in America

    Senior: I truly love the University of Pennsylvania. I had an amazing time here and look forward to getting my graduate degree here next year. The highly professional environment and competitive atmosphere pushes students to reach their highest potential and grow beyond it. Penn also encourages students to have balanced social lives, and provides the students with the necessary resources to have their interests be represented within campus and in student groups. However, I must admit that Penn's hyper-competitive environment does have drawbacks, especially on students' mental health. I think Penn could tackle this by changing their grading scheme, especially for underclassmen.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 9% Acceptance Rate
    • $24,539 Net Price
    • 1420-1560 SAT Range
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    Cochise College

    • 2 Year
    • Douglas, AZ
    • 406 reviews

    Sophomore: Cochise College is a great place to start your studies! For me it has been an amazing experience. The teachers are incredibly helpful not to mention understanding and resourceful. The classes are small and are usually no more than 25 students per class. This to me is probably the most important part because with a small learning environment I believe to learn the best. Also, in my experience I have seen that students are more willing to help if they are in a small environment were they feel more comfortable.
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    • B-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $6,127 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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  5. Brown University

    • 4 Year
    • Providence, RI
    • 972 reviews
    #9 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: Brown University has been an incredible experience and has allowed me to pursue passions that I wasn't even aware I was interested in! The unique open curriculum allows students to take courses from a broad range of subjects and helps to ensure they find the right area of study. I personally believed I wanted to go into biomedical engineering, however, after taking a variety of classes at Brown in environmental studies, I have switched my major. Every teacher, student, and dean is so incredibly passionate about the work and everyone is constantly striving to be better which makes the University an amazing place and experience!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 8% Acceptance Rate
    • $25,651 Net Price
    • 1400-1570 SAT Range
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  6. Duke University

    • 4 Year
    • Durham, NC
    • 1,056 reviews
    #8 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: Choosing to go to Duke has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. Its campus is BEAUTIFUL; we have lush gardens and there are so many birds here, from towhees to even the occasional hawk. The opportunities here to get involved are almost overwhelming. We have this program called DukeEngage where students go to all parts of the world to work with communities through research and volunteer work. I will actually be going to Costa Rica this summer to help in rainforest restoratuon and conservation through this program!But what I truly love most about this school is its students. The atmosphere here is not competitive but collaborative. I came to Duke feeling insecure about my qualifications compared to those of the other incoming freshman. But never once did I feel belittled or patronized. Students here want each other to succeed, we want to see each other grow and challenge ourselves to improve. Here at Duke, 'Southern Hospitality' is the real deal!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 10% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,011 Net Price
    • 1380-1540 SAT Range
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  7. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    • 4 Year
    • Chapel Hill, NC
    • 2,288 reviews
    #44 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: I have loved my time at UNC so far. My first year was very difficult, but that was because college is such a hard adjustment and I was also taking the wrong classes. Now that I am in a major I enjoy and am taking classes I am interested in, I love being at UNC. Although it is a very difficult school, and sometimes it is too hard for no reason, I believe that it will all be worth it after I graduate because the school will provide me with great opportunities because of its academic reputation. The campus is absolutely beautiful, the parties are great, Chapel Hill is a quaint little area, and of course, Carolina athletics (especially basketball) are unmatched. One of my favorite things about UNC is the study abroad department. There are so many different programs to choose from all over the world. You can go for a year, a semester, or a summer. There are programs for every major, including hard sciences such as chemistry. UNC is a great school and I am lucky I go here. Go Heels!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 24% Acceptance Rate
    • $11,100 Net Price
    • 1270-1460 SAT Range
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  9. Washington University in St. Louis

    • 4 Year
    • Saint Louis, MO
    • 1,408 reviews
    #11 Best Colleges in America

    Niche User: This school defines that you can not put a price on the education you receive. Every student is driven, focused, and goal oriented, so the competitive environment pushes you just as hard as the professors! The campus is extremely safe and beautiful and the research opportunities you receive are unlike any other!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 16% Acceptance Rate
    • $27,777 Net Price
    • 1470-1570 SAT Range
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  10. Brigham Young University

    • 4 Year
    • Provo, UT
    • 7,485 reviews
    #69 Best Colleges in America

    Niche User: I absolutely loved my experience at BYU Provo! I have stayed there for about a week at a time over the past few years at one of their Youth Camps. Fantastic experience every time. The physical campus was pristine, as every college campus should be. The student body, (or whatever kind of student body you can get during July,) was not exactly ecstatic at our prescience, but they were friendly. I think most of them were really stressed out. The sense of community at the Student Center was wonderful. Felt like a classic High School cafeteria, with everyone talkin, laughing, doing homework, that sort of thing. My personal favorite part of campus is the BYU Creamery. It’s a pretty famous place for its size, and it seems to be a standard supermarket style store. My entire time there has been very pleasant. I loved every moment of it. I highly recommend BYU to anyone looking for a clean and principled college environment.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 52% Acceptance Rate
    • $12,979 Net Price
    • 1210-1410 SAT Range
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  11. Northwestern University

    • 4 Year
    • Evanston, IL
    • 1,323 reviews
    #14 Best Colleges in America

    Alum: Northwestern is a well-balanced school--top notch academics, great arts programs, amazing engineering and science facilities, in a minor city (Evanston) and very close to a major one (Chicago), and even a bit of sports culture. NU students tend to be fun-loving, driven and ambitious, both in their academic and extra-curricular pursuits. It's definitely a work-hard-play-hard atmosphere when you're on campus, and while there is danger in this as you can easily over-extend yourself (and many students do at some point), it makes for a fulfilling four years.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 9% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,099 Net Price
    • 1420-1560 SAT Range
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  14. Georgetown University

    • 4 Year
    • Washington, DC
    • 1,133 reviews
    #22 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: Georgetown University is an incredible university with top-notch professors and academic programs. Professors DO seem preoccupied with their research, but most genuinely care about students. Perhaps the most difficult aspect of the university is connected to how pre-professional it is. This can translated to club culture. People are more focused on getting jobs after graduation than most other schools. This is connected to Georgetown's return on investment, however. Well worth coming!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 16% Acceptance Rate
    • $27,420 Net Price
    • 1350-1520 SAT Range
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  15. University of Southern California

    • 4 Year
    • Los Angeles, CA
    • 3,560 reviews
    #20 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: USC is an amazing school in terms of academics. There's definitely a higher standard and you have to work for your grades but you come out having learned a lot. Because it is a private school with lots of appeal in the heart of Los Angeles, it does attract a fair share of ignorant, privileged people. However, you can definitely find genuine people, just keep looking and being you! USC has so many perks and resources and I highly recommend getting involved whether it be sports or clubs! The professors are very experienced and amazing.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 17% Acceptance Rate
    • $32,892 Net Price
    • 1300-1500 SAT Range
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  16. University of Texas - Austin

    • 4 Year
    • Austin, TX
    • 5,867 reviews
    #48 Best Colleges in America

    Sophomore: Best decision I've made in my life. I am a business honors student here at the University of Texas at Austin and I had choices among the best business schools in the nation: UMich, NYU, Indiana University, and Texas A&M. The student body is extremely smart and well-rounded. I highly doubt you would find this type of social scene where the students are all so high-achieving as well. The faculty is amazing and there are so many resources for the students that can be used. UT is great at sports, academics, partying, and outdoor activities. It really is the best school, and hook 'em horns forever!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 36% Acceptance Rate
    • $14,356 Net Price
    • 1220-1460 SAT Range
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  18. Tulane University

    • 4 Year
    • New Orleans, LA
    • 1,495 reviews
    #70 Best Colleges in America

    Niche User: While visiting everyone was very friendly and made for an incredible stay. I think for people planning to apply, there is a good chance they will get a clear idea if they visit. My visit showed me a lot about the university and made it clear to me that this was the perfect fit for me! I am so excited to be attending the school, many of the people I have met that will be in my class are very friendly and incredibly intelligent. There is also a lot of girls which is so cool! I love the liberal and open environment of the campus!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 21% Acceptance Rate
    • $33,886 Net Price
    • 1330-1490 SAT Range
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  19. University of Florida

    • 4 Year
    • Gainesville, FL
    • 7,097 reviews
    #62 Best Colleges in America

    Senior: The University of Florida still continues to amaze me even after my three years of attendance. There are so many clubs, organizations, and other opportunities that continue to arise for their students. This school is also part of organizations that the Gainesville community benefits on, such as the Big Event. This organization is held by the University of Florida students and upholding leaders, who participate in cleaning up various areas in Gainesville. There is a large variety of good that this school does for not only their students but also the surrounding area. Not to mention the professors do their best to teach students the required material in order for their future successes to be met. Overall, the University of Florida has gone above and beyond to meet the needs of their students, staff, the surrounding community, and much more!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 42% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,283 Net Price
    • 1240-1400 SAT Range
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  20. Tufts University

    • 4 Year
    • Medford, MA
    • 891 reviews
    #25 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: As a freshman at Tufts, I am constantly blown alway by endless opportunities available to undergraduate students at various academic departments, student-run organizations, and Tisch College of Civic Engagement. Students are here to learn from a wide range of perspectives and always listen carefully to one another to reexamine their thoughts. Even in today's political divisiveness, I find Tufts students relatively open-minded and tolerant to perspectives and thoughts that might be contrary to their own. Furthermore, as a student who plans on majoring in International Relations, I am always struck by how organized the program is here at Tufts. Professors and students are experts in their field, and I can easily see future diplomats and leading scholars in my classroom. There are conferences at the Fletcher school almost every week where leading scholars and researchers come and speak. I love Tufts!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 15% Acceptance Rate
    • $29,449 Net Price
    • 1410-1540 SAT Range
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  21. Northeastern University

    • 4 Year
    • Boston, MA
    • 3,295 reviews
    #46 Best Colleges in America

    Sophomore: Love the school! South end is a great place to go to college. You have access to all of Boston area.
    Academically, it’s as difficult or easy as you want. Depends which major you have and it’s pretty easy to change majors. Professors are normally pretty good. I won’t lie though, one of my professors was bad.
    Only down side to the school, the parties. But that’s not too bad because you can just go to frat parties on other campuses nearby.
     Honors dorms are really nice, but can’t say the same for the other freshmen dorms. After freshman year, it’s luck of the draw.
    Food ranges from good to alright, but there’s always a decent option on bad days. Really only freshmen have meal plans, after that, you have a kitchen and are done with dining hall food anyways.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 27% Acceptance Rate
    • $30,784 Net Price
    • 1370-1520 SAT Range
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  22. College of William & Mary

    • 4 Year
    • Williamsburg, VA
    • 1,431 reviews
    #52 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: I love this college! There are many things to do in Williamsburg, but also around campus, as well. It's a smaller school, which is great, and the majority of the professors try to get to know their students. It's fairly easy to get into undergraduate research here, which is great for future endeavors. The housing process is bad because they don't do a head count of everyone and have to deal with running out of housing/rooms. The course selection website is awful and constantly crashes when trying to register. Other than that, it's great.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 36% Acceptance Rate
    • $17,415 Net Price
    • 1300-1480 SAT Range
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  25. Saint Louis University

    • 4 Year
    • St. Louis, MO
    • 1,949 reviews
    #145 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: Coming here as a transfer student was a rough transition at first. However, by my second semester I have come to love SLU. The academics are rigorous and I feel like I am learning new things everyday. The students and faculty I have met here are amazing. If you are an incoming student get involved, there is something for everyone at SLU. The campus is gorgeous and I love everything that the St. Louis area has to offer. Definitely satisfied with choosing SLU!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 64% Acceptance Rate
    • $31,718 Net Price
    • 1170-1390 SAT Range
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  26. The Ohio State University

    • 4 Year
    • Columbus, OH
    • 5,074 reviews
    #91 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: The Ohio State University has been my dream post-secondary school since I first heard and laid eyes on it during junior high school. One of the happiest days of my life was finding out that I was accepted into the school. Living on campus for the past school year has been an englihting experience for me and a reminder of why I think the university is so great. The professors clearly love their work and wish to express this feeling onto their students. The campus offers a wide variety of resources and activity centers: from the RecreatioN & Physical Activity Center(RPAC) to Counseling and Consultation Services to your personal career and academic advisors, the university does all it can to help students maintain a healthy mind and body while attending school. I would highly recommend coming to The Ohio State University as it is in my opinion one of the best schools in the country to pursue whatever your heart desires!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 48% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,042 Net Price
    • 1260-1450 SAT Range
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  27. Emory University

    • 4 Year
    • Atlanta, GA
    • 1,457 reviews
    #27 Best Colleges in America

    Sophomore: I'm currently a sophomore at Oxford College. Overall, the university is amazing. However, if you are looking for the stereotypical, television college experience then Emory University is not your place. You would do better at your local state institution. However, if you are looking to surround yourself with some of the world's greatest intellectuals, and some who are lacking, then Emory is your place. Beautiful Campus, amazing professors and staff, and amazing students. Part scene here is below average. Honestly, just like anywhere, you get whatever you put in. If your seek then you shall find.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 22% Acceptance Rate
    • $26,867 Net Price
    • 1350-1520 SAT Range
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  28. New York University

    • 4 Year
    • New York, NY
    • 5,015 reviews
    #57 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: Excited for the future. This school is great! This is a brief summary:

     New York University (NYU) is a private research university originally founded in New York City but now with campuses and locations throughout the world. Founded in 1831, NYU's historical campus is in Greenwich Village, New York City.[12][13] As a global university, students can graduate from its degree-granting campuses in NYU Abu Dhabi and NYU Shanghai, as well as study at its 12 academic centers in Accra, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Florence, London, Los Angeles, Madrid, Paris, Prague, Sydney, Tel Aviv, and Washington, D.C.[14][15][16]
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 28% Acceptance Rate
    • $36,256 Net Price
    • 1290-1490 SAT Range
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  29. Boston University

    • 4 Year
    • Boston, MA
    • 3,217 reviews
    #66 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: I've very much enjoyed my time at BU, the professors are willing to teach beyond the normal classroom and make a great effort to meet with their students. I can't speak for every department, although the professors in the Linguistics and Spanish department are AMAZING! The only reason I didn't give BU a 5 star is because the housing and food situation were a nightmare. Early into my spring semester I decided to move off campus and lose the money that I had already payed on my housing and food deposit because I was having trouble sleeping and digestive problems. These problems were addressed to the school, although they refused to help in any way.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 25% Acceptance Rate
    • $33,728 Net Price
    • 1300-1480 SAT Range
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  32. University of Georgia

    • 4 Year
    • Athens, GA
    • 5,145 reviews
    #67 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: The competitive intensity within the classroom, along with the rigor of each course are what makes Georgia such an elite school academically. Georgia has many amazing professors that clearly know the entire face of their preferred subject. Georgia offers an abundance of course types with different levels which helps students to increase the amount of rigor in their schedules. The school itself is very well-built and well-kept. All of the staff at Georgia works tremendously hard to keep the facility safe. Everyone loves coming out to watch Georgia football. The environment on gameday is insane! I love Georgia’s culture as it’s so easy to make friends as there are a multitude of people on campus at all times. Georgia is a place that will better students’ academic and social lives, and will teach them valuable life lessons along the way.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 54% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,934 Net Price
    • 1200-1370 SAT Range
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  33. University of California - Berkeley

    • 4 Year
    • Berkeley, CA
    • 3,903 reviews
    #37 Best Colleges in America

    Junior: UC Berkeley provides outstanding environment for students to achieve and conquer their academic and career goals. Many people think of Cal as a cut-throat school but on the contrary, the amount of peer support I encountered within this school is amazing. Students in Cal uplift each other because studying here is hard but the products of that studying open doors to many career opportunities. At times it may feel overwhelming to find own place in such a big school, but Cal has plenty college resources for every kind of person. Go Bears!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 17% Acceptance Rate
    • $18,178 Net Price
    • 1260-1480 SAT Range
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  34. University of Wisconsin

    • 4 Year
    • Madison, WI
    • 3,013 reviews
    #60 Best Colleges in America

    Freshman: There are so many great things about UW-Madison. There is always something to do on and off campus. UW ensures that there is a place and event for everyone. The education and educators are top noche; I have never loved learning so much. The campus and facilities are amazing and well kept. In their School of Human Ecology, they had design students design their bathrooms, creating a mystical place to go when nature calls! My only complaint is their high tuition cost. As most people know, the cost of education increases every year and it has made it difficult for people to go to college without needing to worry about debt. As an out of state student, my I have to pay full tuition which adds on to the stress of getting an education. Although the university does their best to provide scholarships for people in need to financial aid, I feel as if they lack the scholarships for people who don't come from low income families, but are paying for their education independently.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 54% Acceptance Rate
    • $15,910 Net Price
    • 1280-1450 SAT Range
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    Agnes Scott College

    • 4 Year
    • Decatur, GA
    • 632 reviews

    Sophomore: Agnes Scott College is a small but open-hearted school. There are several majors to choose from and the professors truly care about their students. We celebrate everything from pride to National Hijab Day to International Pancake Day! There are several clubs for student involvement as well, so you are sure to find something that piques your interest.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 66% Acceptance Rate
    • $22,121 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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    Raritan Valley Community College

    • 2 Year
    • Branchburg, NJ
    • 573 reviews

    Sophomore: I really like RVCC because it allowed me to have an easier transition to college. Many of the professors are kind and caring, and they really value my education. I feel really comfortable to be there! I am apart of the Honors College, which has been a wonderful experience. We go on trips as a group, and it helped me to get to know people and make friends! I appreciate that it is close knit and everyone is caring towards others. RVCC encourages its students to get involved, and join clubs, which as a two year institute, is a bit hard to do. So they offer a college hour two days a week where for an hour and twenty minutes, no classes are offered and it dedicated to clubs and events happening on campus. I got involved with the Dance Club which has been so much fun! I am in charge of emails to other groups and I get in interact with people in free dance classes hosted by other students and guest teachers.
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    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 100% Acceptance Rate
    • $6,378 Net Price
    • — SAT Range
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