2024 Safest College Campuses in America

• Saint Paul, MN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  394 reviews

Senior: Going to Concordia St. Paul has been a wonderful experience. Over the years here I've learned what I really want to do with my artistic skills, and the professors and advisors helped me decide to switch my major. Ever since I switched from Graphic Design to Art Studio, as well as declaring an English Minor, I've felt so much more confident about my classes and my career! In all honesty, making friends has probably been the hardest part, mainly because of the pandemic, but I do feel like Concordia's professors and the school as a whole truly try their hardest to facilitate an environment where you build lasting relationships with your classmates. I have a handful of friends now that I am extremely grateful for, and I'm thankful that my professors encouraged us all to get to know each other!... Read 394 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $15,944

• SAT range 920-1110

• Center Valley, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  119 reviews

Junior: Penn State Lehigh Valley is an exceptional institution that deserves high praise. As a branch campus of the renowned Pennsylvania State University, it upholds the university's legacy of academic excellence, fostering a vibrant and enriching learning environment. The faculty members at Penn State Lehigh Valley are highly knowledgeable and dedicated, providing students with top-notch education and guidance. The campus offers a range of support services, including academic advising, tutoring programs, and career counseling, ensuring that students receive the necessary resources to thrive in their studies and future endeavors. Moreover, Penn State Lehigh Valley boasts a diverse and inclusive community that celebrates different perspectives and encourages collaboration. Students have numerous opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, clubs, and organizations, enabling them to forge meaningful connections and develop important skills outside the classroom.... Read 119 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $18,152

• SAT range 1010-1200

• Longmeadow, MA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  682 reviews

Sophomore: My experience at Bay Path has been positive. Professional relationships with teachers thrive in a small school setting. Through my classes, I have created connections with professors who have assisted in getting me an on-campus job as a peer tutor for writing and human disease. They always have their doors open for a fun chat! My professors are deeply invested in my success, and they motivate me by emphasizing the importance of creating connections with people in my future field, Occupational Therapy, to ensure I reach my full potential. Academically, Bay Path surpasses its competing universities, but the social scene needs help. Being a small college, many students commute or go home on the weekends. This creates a rather slow social scene, especially because it does not organize a lot of campus events or activities to further build a community. There were only three campus-wide events that were universally interesting enough to attend. Some change is needed, but I enjoy the school.... Read 682 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $18,664

• SAT range 940-1150

• Dunmore, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  112 reviews

Sophomore: Such a great campus! There are club meetings and organization events going on every week. You get the sense of school pride and spirit every time Penn State football team plays. The students are very friendly, and the professors are great and willing to work with the students. There's a writing and tutoring center for help in classes. On-site campus nurse and police. Right off of O'Neil Highway where students can drive to various establishments within less than 2 miles for gas or food.... Read 112 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 82%

• Net price $17,495

• SAT range 970-1150

• Waxahachie, TX•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.99 out of 5  832 reviews

Sophomore: SAGU is an incredible college for ministry! Some of the general education teachers are difficult to follow, but the professors that teach classes for ministry majors are fantastic. I have learned how to practically apply my studies to daily life. For example, I feel equipped to study the Bible based on its historical-cultural context. Most professors are very willing to help when you reach out. Some of my professors have even given me points back just because I asked for help. Their online program is fantastic. Academic advisors work well with you to complete your schedule & pick classes that suit you best. They are also very open to feedback on how to improve. Lastly, I love the focus every professor has on the power of a relationship with God. Yes, they teach students about the logistics of ministry. However, they don't focus so much on the logistics that they forget why we do what we do. My relationship with God has grown because of SAGU!... Read 832 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $22,245

• SAT range 900-1080

• Saint Paul, MN•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.68 out of 5  1,056 reviews

Sophomore: St. Catherine University honestly feels like my home away from home. It is a homey and calming atmosphere to it especially with the smaller campus size. It is tucked away in a great neighborhood called Highland Park in St. Paul, MN. Instantly on campus you feel welcomed as many people smile and even say "Hi" as you go by. There is a place for everyone on this campus and the professors know you by name. You are not just a number here as faculty know you and teach you how to bloom into the person you would like to become. Overall, I love it here!... Read 1,056 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $19,252

• SAT range 890-1210

• Draper, UT•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.98 out of 5  322 reviews

Freshman: I love attending Joyce university! This school has so many different training options to really help you understand what it’s like to be a nurse. The simulators are very helpful, and all of the teachers are extremely thorough and make sure that you understand the curriculum before moving on. This school has been amazing!... Read 322 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $27,883

• SAT range —

• Gwynedd Valley, PA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.62 out of 5  373 reviews

Alum: I am so proud to say I graduated from The Respiratory Program at Gwynedd Mercy University, not only has the program prepared me for my new career but it has given me skills in everyday life, like time management and communication skills. I am so thankful for my professors because I would have not made it through without their help, they truly care about Respiratory which in turn makes us students better RRT’s once we are out working ourselves. I am so glad to hear about the success rates in the Respiratory program and I look forward to hearing more down the road!... Read 373 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $25,843

• SAT range 990-1200

• Rockville Centre, NY•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  666 reviews

Sophomore: As a transfer student, the transition has been smooth with the help of advisors. It was more cost effective to attend a university within my home state and still have my independence as it changed from a commuter school to now being able to dorm on campus. Great programs to choose from, smaller class sizes, which helps you to have more interaction with your professors so you’re known by name. Campus life can give you the opportunity to participate in different activities/clubs and having a well known theatre on campus exposes you to performances from your peers as well as nationally known artists. Overall, Molloy University is very supportive and passionate about their students success!... Read 666 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $25,540

• SAT range 1110-1320

• Mount Olive, NC•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.63 out of 5  373 reviews

Sophomore: The staff and students are kind and very helpful in my experience here at this school. I enjoy the overall experience here at the university so far. I hope that my next two years will be as fulfilling as the ones that I have taken so far. I'm currently on the women's soccer team as a manager and that experience has given me what I need to declare my major. I'm an English major who wants to work in sports communication. My time here at the school has had its ups and downs but one thing that I know about this school is the amount of time and effort that is put into our schooling makes it worth the pain that you could go through here. We are small and a private school but here we will be a tight community. I like that all my teachers know my name and work with me through things that aren't always school related. All in all I think that if your looking for a smaller school with a great community I would come here, if you are looking for something bigger I wouldn't.... Read 373 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $16,736

• SAT range 990-1150

• Saint Paul, MN•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.64 out of 5  498 reviews

Junior: Metropolitan State University is the only college I have attended and still do attend. I love that the staff at Metropolitan state care for their students. They care about people of color and the LGBTQ+ community. They care about people of all ages such as teens, those who are 25+, single fathers, and mothers as well. They provide so many services such as child care, housing, food, tutoring, and more. I know that other colleges may provide some of the same services, but with Metro I am constantly reminded that I am cared for. I love how inclusive they are and it makes me feel very welcomed. I genuinely love being a student at Metropolitan State and would recommend this college to anyone and everyone!... Read 498 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 67%

• Net price $16,830

• SAT range —

• Irvine, CA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 4.01 out of 5  552 reviews

Sophomore: UMass Global is an incredibly affordable and flexible University for working adults. Through competency-based education, via the MyPath program, those of us who are already integrated into the workforce can use our experience to finish our degree faster, or at our own pace! The faculty and staff are always pleasant to interact with, despite the time zone difference! If you’re looking for a degree that allows you to easily work full time, manage a personal life, all while working towards furthering your career, UMass Global is for you!... Read 552 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 93%

• Net price $26,346

• SAT range —

• Mcpherson, KS•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.62 out of 5  197 reviews

Junior: I have loved my whole experience at MC! From the new friendships to my academic relationships with my professors and advisors. As an McPherson athlete I feel that I am equally valued in the classroom and on the court. What I would change would be the housing the college provides. Housing is limited for students who are needed to be on campus and the housing that is provided on campus is very dated and clearly not viewed as a priority.... Read 197 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $24,693

• SAT range 970-1130

• Langhorne, PA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.63 out of 5  539 reviews

Freshman: As a high school senior, I did not know what to expect when visiting a college or university. But I will say, Cairn University has exceeded my expectations in an incredible way. Not only is the student body incredibly welcoming, accepting and kind, but the faculty is amazing too! In the few times that I have been on the campus, everyone has been so encouraging to me, not only as a prospective student, but as an individual. When visiting classes, the professors actually allowed me to participate! I feel that the way the faculty interacts with the students is what makes Cairn so successful. The students have the support they need to persevere in their work, no matter how rigorous the class.The school offers so many opportunities to participate in activities even outside class. A great way to make solid friendships and to be involved. I even read a report that Cairn is the 3rd safest school in the nation! I am really looking forward to doing my undergraduate work at Cairn.... Read 539 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 82%

• Net price $26,380

• SAT range 1000-1250

• Irvine, CA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 4.14 out of 5  111 reviews

Freshman: Stanbridge takes pride in making sure that their students succeed and I can agree. Although it is only my first term, all the professors and advisors that I have met have been very helpful. Some improvements that can be made are with parking and technical difficulties. Despite the expansion of the overflow lot across the street, parking is still very difficult to find considering that there are so many cohorts on campus at one time. In my honest opinion, the Edverum website can be improved by being able to see your grades for all your classes on one page. Another thing that should be changed is where we can see all the assignments that are due during the week all on one page too. These two enhancements can help create an efficient workspace for students. On the other hand, I wish the communication was better between the staff and students. Other than that, I would recommend this school to others!... Read 111 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 10%

• Net price $36,905

• SAT range —

• Cresson, PA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.81 out of 5  562 reviews

Senior: Very great community of students, no matter how much of an introvert you are you will walk away knowing a lot of good people. The teachers are approachable and willing to help always! The only issue some of the majors are undeveloped with the curriculum feeling underwhelming. But you can make the most of any major with the great support of the staff and teachers.... Read 562 reviews

• grade C

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 92%

• Net price $21,793

• SAT range 940-1120

• La Jolla, CA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.98 out of 5  1,153 reviews

Freshman: My experience at Narional has been good overall! The classes are set at a really good pace. The professors are super helpful and invested in the students. The only feedback for change that I have is the administration/financial aid side of things is kind of tricky once you are a student. I’ve been at National for 7 months now and still haven’t received my financial aid. Granted the school hasn’t been demanding I pay for my classes right now, I just have Large bill. And advisors don’t know much about that. They did just recently do something where they cross trained the admin team so that they are able to help with everything so that should be really helpful. I love Narional university and I would recommend them to anyone!... Read 1,153 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 55%

• Net price $9,966

• SAT range 750-1170

• Omaha, NE•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  201 reviews

Freshman: Methodist is one of the best decisions I think I could have made while transitioning into the college lifestyle. Great support, and even better opportunities throughout my entire experience!... Read 201 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 84%

• Net price $22,074

• SAT range —

• Chambersburg, PA•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.65 out of 5  271 reviews

Senior: If you like smaller schools with smaller class size, Wilson is a good choice. They also have competitive division 3 athletic teams. My major is exercise science and the program has been challenging with good professors.... Read 271 reviews

• grade C

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 93%

• Net price $22,200

• SAT range 960-1200

• White Plains, NY•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.88 out of 5  98 reviews

Sophomore: Overall, this college is informative and there for you when you need it the most. I've began the process to applying for many colleges, seeking the best one for me. A college that makes me feel valued and wanted, a place where I feel at home and what I say is taken into consideration. A college that can understand where I'm coming from and have staff that can relate to me and inspire me to push forward all the while, still advising me when I'm putting too much on my plate. Helping me to see what's priority and what I can afford to sit on the backburner. Just letting me discover for myself with a extra push but not a force. The college of Westchester made me feel everything I was looking for and I'm proud to say this is where it started for me and I made it to the end! I am not a traditional student so I left one star out because there are things I do not get to experience.... Read 98 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 98%

• Net price $11,148

• SAT range —

• Wyoming, MI•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 4.07 out of 5  181 reviews

Sophomore: Even before I decided to go or not I received a phone call from the college asking if I had any questions or concerns they could help answer for me. No other college did this for me or showed such an interest. Once I got to the college itself, I was received with open arms and the feeling of home I hadn't felt at any other college I had looked at. Having been there for an entire year now I can't imagine myself having a better college experience. The teachers and staff are wonderful and helpful as well as my peers and fellow students. I've always felt safe, accepted, and cared for. This is honestly the best college ever and I would encourage anyone reading this to check it out!... Read 181 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $13,506

• SAT range —

• Henderson, TN•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.75 out of 5  460 reviews

Junior: I began thinking about Freed-Hardeman when I was in eighth grade. I officially made the decision to attend in my senior year and started off with a major in performance theatre. I was able to take classes that not only interested me but challenged me, it was because of that reason that I decided I wanted to become a psychology major instead. The program is incredible, and the professors are extremely helpful in furthering your work in the field.... Read 460 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 88%

• Net price $17,074

• SAT range 1020-1230

• Williamsburg, KY•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.64 out of 5  448 reviews

Sophomore: The professors at Cumberlands are constantly challenging your skills to help prepare you for the real world. You can tell they care about you and your future. The Christian culture is also very evident and there are many ways to get involved on campus. Not to mention, the architecture of the school is beautiful and the new library has easily become one of my favorite spots to study!... Read 448 reviews

• grade B

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $13,631

• SAT range 940-1200

• Brooklyn, NY•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 3.68 out of 5  314 reviews

Freshman: St. Joseph's University is a Catholic liberal arts university located in the heart of New York City. One of the things that makes St. Joseph's University unique is its commitment to providing a values-based education that encourages students to engage with the world around them and work towards creating positive change. St. Joseph's University also offers a diverse range of academic programs and opportunities for students, including undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, health sciences, and the arts and sciences. In terms of changes, some people may have suggestions for improvements to the university, such as increasing the diversity of the student body and faculty, expanding support services for students, or investing in new facilities or resources. Ultimately, any changes made to the university would depend on the priorities and resources of the institution and the needs of its students, faculty, and community.... Read 314 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 71%

• Net price $16,290

• SAT range 1020-1200

• Boca Raton, FL•

• 4 Year

• •
  Rating 4.63 out of 5  433 reviews

Works Here: As a new employee at any job there are certain things that you may have some excitement about. I can tell you for a fact that as a new employee here at Everglades University Boca Campus that it has been thrilling and very rewarding! Let's first talk about the warm greeting that was extended on my arrival. The staff made sure to welcome me personally by greeting me with open smiles and a handshake, something rarely seen these days. I was well informed of my duties and how my position impacted the student body and overall campus life. It has truly been a pleasure working with the staff and students both on campus and online. The work is very rewarding, allowing me the opportunity to work with a diverse and well experienced faculty that truly care about the aptitude of the students they instruct.... Read 433 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 60%

• Net price $29,341

• SAT range —