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#1 #1 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Utah State University Logan, UT Every year, Utah State University awards around 391 degrees to students majoring in Economics, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Communication Sciences and Disorders, General, Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 1,050–1,310 Est. Net Price * $15,825 Median Starting Salary $50,432
#2 #2 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT At Southern Utah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Utah University awards 109 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 109 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $12,375 Median Starting Salary $51,515
#3 #3 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN At Austin Peay State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $14,679 Median Starting Salary $50,525
#4 #4 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, ID At Brigham Young University-Idaho, the most popular majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Human Development and Family Studies, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 233 SAT Score 1,020–1,230 Est. Net Price * $7,295 Median Starting Salary $51,295
#5 #5 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia, AR At Southern Arkansas University Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 930–1,150 Est. Net Price * $14,164 Median Starting Salary $50,015
#6 #6 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches, LA Each year, Northwestern State University of Louisiana awards around 318 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 98 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,156 Median Starting Salary $50,115
#7 #7 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Columbia College Columbia, MO Every year, Columbia College awards around 264 degrees to students majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Human Services, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 264 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Est. Net Price * $22,655 Median Starting Salary $49,759
#8 #8 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Utah Valley University Orem, UT At Utah Valley University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,650 Median Starting Salary $50,932
#9 #9 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. John Brown University Siloam Springs, AR Annually, John Brown University grants around 34 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Family and Community Services, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,090–1,370 Est. Net Price * $21,464 Median Starting Salary $50,968
#10 #10 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, CT Annually, Eastern Connecticut State University awards about 82 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,100–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,205 Median Starting Salary $55,281
#11 #11 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN At Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,364 Median Starting Salary $50,537
#12 #12 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD Each year, the University of South Dakota grants around 163 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $18,466 Median Starting Salary $55,182
#13 #13 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Oakland City University Oakland City, IN At Oakland City University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Oakland City University grants 37 degrees every year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 870–1,150 Est. Net Price * $12,268 Median Starting Salary $52,770
#14 #14 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro, NM Every year, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology grants about 47 degrees to those majoring in Mechanical Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,300 Est. Net Price * $9,133 Median Starting Salary $45,158
#15 #15 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. South Dakota State University Brookings, SD Each year, South Dakota State University awards about 336 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Animal Sciences, General, and Business/Managerial Economics....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Est. Net Price * $18,233 Median Starting Salary $55,672
#16 #16 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR Every year, the University of Central Arkansas grants around 129 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $16,362 Median Starting Salary $49,815
#17 #17 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Hampton University Hampton, VA Every year, Hampton University awards about 65 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Journalism, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 820–1,220 Est. Net Price * $28,576 Median Starting Salary $53,793
#18 #18 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Each year, McNeese State University grants around 134 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 106 SAT Score 960–1,180 Est. Net Price * $11,393 Median Starting Salary $49,932
#19 #19 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southern Nazarene University Bethany, OK Every year, Southern Nazarene University grants about 76 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Organizational Behavior Studies, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $19,825 Median Starting Salary $52,394
#20 #20 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Mobile Mobile, AL At the University of Mobile, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Est. Net Price * $20,503 Median Starting Salary $51,768
#21 #21 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Toledo Toledo, OH Each year, the University of Toledo grants around 277 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Computer Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $17,927 Median Starting Salary $50,891
#22 #22 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southwestern Adventist University Keene, TX Each year, Southwestern Adventist University awards about 48 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 920–1,210 Est. Net Price * $20,198 Median Starting Salary $52,149
#23 #23 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Idaho State University Pocatello, ID At Idaho State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $12,353 Median Starting Salary $50,767
#24 #24 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northern State University Aberdeen, SD At Northern State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $16,873 Median Starting Salary $53,666
#25 #25 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Central Baptist College Conway, AR At Central Baptist College, the most popular majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Psychology, and General. In fact, Central Baptist College awards 11 degrees annually to Kinesiology and Exercise Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 930–1,120 Est. Net Price * $16,672 Median Starting Salary $52,963
#26 #26 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Kentucky Wesleyan College Owensboro, KY Annually, Kentucky Wesleyan College grants about 22 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Zoology/Animal Biology....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 720–1,180 Est. Net Price * $20,867 Median Starting Salary $52,906
#27 #27 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH At Southern New Hampshire University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 1250 SAT Score 870–1,060 Est. Net Price * $33,163 Median Starting Salary $49,343
#28 #28 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Crowley's Ridge College Paragould, AR Every year, Crowley's Ridge College grants about 6 degrees to students studying Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Bible/Biblical Studies, Elementary Education and Teaching, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,266 Median Starting Salary $54,320
#29 #29 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Black Hills State University Spearfish, SD Every year, Black Hills State University awards about 71 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $16,474 Median Starting Salary $54,079
#30 #30 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Annually, the University of Louisiana at Monroe awards about 169 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 60 SAT Score 1,020–1,200 Est. Net Price * $11,160 Median Starting Salary $50,031
#31 #31 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Oklahoma Wesleyan University Bartlesville, OK At Oklahoma Wesleyan University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $26,811 Median Starting Salary $54,337
#32 #32 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY At Eastern Kentucky University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, General Studies, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. In fact, Eastern Kentucky University grants 203 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 164 SAT Score 930–1,180 Est. Net Price * $10,852 Median Starting Salary $51,212
#33 #33 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Saint Joseph's College of Maine Standish, ME At Saint Joseph's College of Maine, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 910–1,140 Est. Net Price * $28,268 Median Starting Salary $56,847
#34 #34 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Dakota State University Madison, SD Every year, Dakota State University grants around 76 degrees to students studying Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,040–1,260 Est. Net Price * $19,115 Median Starting Salary $51,303
#35 #35 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. The University of Montana-Western Dillon, MT At The University of Montana-Western, the three most popular college majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 890–1,090 Est. Net Price * $15,726 Median Starting Salary $54,270
#36 #36 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Arkansas at Monticello Monticello, AR At the University of Arkansas at Monticello, the most popular majors students study are Education, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,575 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#37 #37 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith, AR At the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Organizational Leadership, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $10,387 Median Starting Salary $49,718
#38 #38 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Brewton-Parker College Mount Vernon, GA At Brewton-Parker College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 920–1,060 Est. Net Price * $22,488 Median Starting Salary $52,869
#39 #39 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southeastern University Lakeland, FL Every year, Southeastern University awards around 213 degrees to students majoring in Divinity/Ministry, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Organizational Leadership, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,935 Median Starting Salary $52,717
#40 #40 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Trinity Washington University Washington, DC Every year, Trinity Washington University grants about 31 degrees to those studying Social Psychology, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $12,704 Median Starting Salary $49,795
#41 #41 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Defiance College Defiance, OH At Defiance College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Defiance College grants 13 degrees per year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $24,098 Median Starting Salary $56,805
#42 #42 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY Annually, Western Kentucky University grants about 170 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 138 SAT Score 880–1,040 Est. Net Price * $12,054 Median Starting Salary $50,588
#43 #43 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN At Trevecca Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Theology and Religious Vocations, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $16,222 Median Starting Salary $50,963
#44 #44 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Trine University Angola, IN Each year, Trine University grants about 55 degrees to those studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Cad/Cadd Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, Civil Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Est. Net Price * $25,580 Median Starting Salary $52,061
#45 #45 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI At Lake Superior State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $14,345 Median Starting Salary $53,550
#46 #46 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT At Sacred Heart University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 860–1,040 Est. Net Price * $46,165 Median Starting Salary $62,158
#47 #47 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Cornerstone University Grand Rapids, MI Every year, Cornerstone University grants around 51 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,220 Est. Net Price * $23,147 Median Starting Salary $53,241
#48 #48 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Bryan College-Dayton Dayton, TN At Bryan College-Dayton, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,070–1,250 Est. Net Price * $17,105 Median Starting Salary $50,849
#49 #49 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Hartford West Hartford, CT Annually, the University of Hartford awards around 45 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,110–1,290 Est. Net Price * $30,553 Median Starting Salary $54,911
#50 #50 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Every year, Arkansas State University grants around 201 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 201 SAT Score 1,020–1,210 Est. Net Price * $13,002 Median Starting Salary $49,399
#51 #51 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northern Vermont University Johnson, VT Each year, Northern Vermont University grants around 54 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 920–1,130 Est. Net Price * $15,546 Median Starting Salary $52,642
#52 #52 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Mayville State University Mayville, ND Every year, Mayville State University grants about 38 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 890–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,050 Median Starting Salary $53,441
#53 #53 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Each year, the University of Bridgeport grants about 136 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 880–1,120 Est. Net Price * $26,064 Median Starting Salary $51,222
#54 #54 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Morehead State University Morehead, KY Annually, Morehead State University grants about 131 degrees to those studying General Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Engineering Technology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 131 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $10,017 Median Starting Salary $50,148
#55 #55 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul, MN At Concordia University-Saint Paul, the three most popular college majors students study are Nursing Practice, Business Administration and Management, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Est. Net Price * $17,989 Median Starting Salary $52,669
#56 #56 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Washington Adventist University Takoma Park, MD At Washington Adventist University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 800–1,100 Est. Net Price * $16,732 Median Starting Salary $52,521
#57 #57 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI Each year, Ferris State University grants around 222 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score 900–1,130 Est. Net Price * $13,154 Median Starting Salary $51,451
#58 #58 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Siena Heights University Adrian, MI At Siena Heights University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 890–1,110 Est. Net Price * $17,740 Median Starting Salary $51,486
#59 #59 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Ohio Christian University Circleville, OH Each year, Ohio Christian University awards around 60 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Divinity/Ministry, Human Services, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 910–1,120 Est. Net Price * $21,092 Median Starting Salary $48,971
#60 #60 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, TX Annually, Southwestern Assemblies of God University awards around 59 degrees to those majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $19,834 Median Starting Salary $52,460
#61 #61 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Brescia University Owensboro, KY Annually, Brescia University grants around 44 degrees to those majoring in Social Work, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 35% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $15,087 Median Starting Salary $50,826
#62 #62 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis, MO Annually, Missouri Baptist University grants around 43 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 840–1,070 Est. Net Price * $26,117 Median Starting Salary $52,458
#63 #63 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Union Adventist University Lincoln, NE At Union Adventist University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Computer and Information Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 980–1,170 Est. Net Price * $23,602 Median Starting Salary $52,971
#64 #64 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Shawnee State University Portsmouth, OH Annually, Shawnee State University grants around 56 degrees to those majoring in Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $14,815 Median Starting Salary $50,828
#65 #65 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY Each year, the University of the Cumberlands awards around 222 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, Human Services, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 222 SAT Score 900–1,150 Est. Net Price * $11,555 Median Starting Salary $51,475
#66 #66 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Baker College Owosso, MI Each year, Baker College grants about 219 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 960–1,170 Est. Net Price * $14,743 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#67 #67 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Cameron University Lawton, OK At Cameron University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, and General. In fact, Cameron University awards 59 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,094 Median Starting Salary $49,503
#68 #68 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ Annually, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus grants about 230 degrees to those studying General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 230 SAT Score 1,000–1,160 Est. Net Price * $17,121 Median Starting Salary $52,532
#69 #69 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE At the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the three most popular college majors students pursue are General Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Nebraska at Omaha grants 399 degrees annually to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 399 SAT Score 970–1,240 Est. Net Price * $13,284 Median Starting Salary $52,110
#70 #70 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Each year, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette awards about 383 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 297 SAT Score 1,140–1,280 Est. Net Price * $13,443 Median Starting Salary $49,860
#71 #71 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Marshall University Huntington, WV At Marshall University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are General Studies, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Marshall University grants 168 degrees every year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 168 SAT Score 930–1,160 Est. Net Price * $9,734 Median Starting Salary $51,664
#72 #72 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond, LA At Southeastern Louisiana University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 189 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $12,007 Median Starting Salary $50,754
#73 #73 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Annually, West Texas A & M University grants about 173 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 173 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $17,182 Median Starting Salary $51,628
#74 #74 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 213 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 213 SAT Score 930–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,893 Median Starting Salary $50,621
#75 #75 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas Woman's University Denton, TX At Texas Woman's University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Education, and General. In fact, Texas Woman's University awards 470 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 192 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $10,763 Median Starting Salary $50,430
#76 #76 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. DePaul University Chicago, IL At DePaul University, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production. In fact, DePaul University grants 247 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 67 SAT Score 1,160–1,360 Est. Net Price * $32,129 Median Starting Salary $52,602
#77 #77 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Louisiana State University-Alexandria Alexandria, LA At Louisiana State University-Alexandria, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Louisiana State University-Alexandria awards 93 degrees annually to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score 930–1,120 Est. Net Price * $8,081 Median Starting Salary $51,034
#78 #78 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Illinois State University Normal, IL At Illinois State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 67 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Est. Net Price * $20,871 Median Starting Salary $55,514
#79 #79 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of North Texas Denton, TX At the University of North Texas, the most popular majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, and General Studies. In fact, the University of North Texas grants 627 degrees every year to Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 456 SAT Score 990–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,675 Median Starting Salary $50,147
#80 #80 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, OK Each year, Southeastern Oklahoma State University grants around 81 degrees to students studying General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 81 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $8,064 Median Starting Salary $50,794
#81 #81 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Ana G. Mendez University Orlando, FL Every year, Ana G- Mendez University awards about 73 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Accounting, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 73 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,726 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#82 #82 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Concord University Athens, WV Each year, Concord University grants around 72 degrees to students majoring in General Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 72 SAT Score 870–1,090 Est. Net Price * $10,630 Median Starting Salary $51,217
#83 #83 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Bradley University Peoria, IL Each year, Bradley University grants around 79 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,120–1,330 Est. Net Price * $24,703 Median Starting Salary $54,883
#84 #84 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Shepherd University Shepherdstown, WV At Shepherd University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 71 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $12,651 Median Starting Salary $53,104
#85 #85 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Virginia State University Institute, WV Each year, West Virginia State University grants around 65 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 850–1,090 Est. Net Price * $10,878 Median Starting Salary $51,576
#86 #86 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO At Southeast Missouri State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southeast Missouri State University grants 118 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 118 SAT Score 890–1,080 Est. Net Price * $14,843 Median Starting Salary $51,720
#87 #87 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Virginia University at Parkersburg Parkersburg, WV At West Virginia University at Parkersburg, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,536 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#88 #88 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK At Oklahoma State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 190 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Est. Net Price * $18,291 Median Starting Salary $50,257
#89 #89 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX At Texas Tech University, the three most popular college majors students study are Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 220 SAT Score 1,100–1,280 Est. Net Price * $16,773 Median Starting Salary $51,035
#90 #90 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, LA At Louisiana State University-Shreveport, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $7,554 Median Starting Salary $48,775
#91 #91 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Aurora University Aurora, IL At Aurora University, the most popular majors students pursue are Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Aurora University grants 203 degrees per year to Social Work majors....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 950–1,150 Est. Net Price * $19,220 Median Starting Salary $52,769
#92 #92 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Each year, The University of Texas at Arlington awards around 3249 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 237 SAT Score 990–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,956 Median Starting Salary $49,366
#93 #93 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Life University Marietta, GA At Life University, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Exercise Physiology, and General Studies. In fact, Life University grants 52 degrees annually to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 890–1,090 Est. Net Price * $30,403 Median Starting Salary $50,949
#94 #94 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA At Georgia Southern University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 167 SAT Score 980–1,160 Est. Net Price * $16,957 Median Starting Salary $52,059
#95 #95 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lewis University Romeoville, IL Every year, Lewis University awards around 114 degrees to students studying Computer Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Aviation/Airway Management and Operations....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $19,472 Median Starting Salary $53,316
#96 #96 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Potomac State College of West Virginia University Keyser, WV At Potomac State College of West Virginia University, only two majors are offered: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,685 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#97 #97 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Oakwood University Huntsville, AL Each year, Oakwood University awards around 34 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Social Work, and Theology/Theological Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 880–1,130 Est. Net Price * $22,833 Median Starting Salary $52,059
#98 #98 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL At Olivet Nazarene University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,707 Median Starting Salary $54,697
#99 #99 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Arlington Baptist University Arlington, TX At Arlington Baptist University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Pastoral Studies/Counseling, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Arlington Baptist University awards 10 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $26,503 Median Starting Salary $55,331
#100 #100 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Bluefield State University Bluefield, WV At Bluefield State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 890–1,090 Est. Net Price * $14,500 Median Starting Salary $49,587
#101 #101 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Morris Brown College Atlanta, GA At Morris Brown College, only three majors are offered: General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 730–900 Est. Net Price * $19,468 Median Starting Salary $0
#102 #102 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, NM At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 70 SAT Score 850–1,080 Est. Net Price * $6,683 Median Starting Salary $51,047
#103 #103 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo, PR Every year, Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus grants about 108 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 92 SAT Score 740–980 Est. Net Price * $7,668 Median Starting Salary $46,329
#104 #104 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. York University York, NE Each year, York University awards around 15 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 880–1,110 Est. Net Price * $20,163 Median Starting Salary $53,485
#105 #105 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Mississippi Valley State University Itta Bena, MS At Mississippi Valley State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Social Work, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Mississippi Valley State University grants 26 degrees annually to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 800–970 Est. Net Price * $12,304 Median Starting Salary $49,935
#106 #106 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Kuyper College Grand Rapids, MI Each year, Kuyper College grants around 9 degrees to students majoring in Social Work, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 34% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 940–1,170 Est. Net Price * $27,708 Median Starting Salary $58,184
#107 #107 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Friends University Wichita, KS Annually, Friends University awards about 38 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include General Studies, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $22,579 Median Starting Salary $52,362
#108 #108 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas State University San Marcos, TX Each year, Texas State University awards around 518 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 157 SAT Score 990–1,200 Est. Net Price * $15,307 Median Starting Salary $51,303
#109 #109 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Annually, Fontbonne University grants around 17 degrees to students majoring in General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $19,519 Median Starting Salary $54,052
#110 #110 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY At SUNY Buffalo State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 95 SAT Score 960–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,735 Median Starting Salary $51,869
#111 #111 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA Every year, Southern University at New Orleans grants around 38 degrees to students majoring in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 800–970 Est. Net Price * $14,825 Median Starting Salary $50,477
#112 #112 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas Southern University Houston, TX At Texas Southern University, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score 820–1,010 Est. Net Price * $15,021 Median Starting Salary $49,826
#113 #113 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TX Each year, Texas A&M University-Texarkana grants about 83 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 890–1,110 Est. Net Price * $13,320 Median Starting Salary $49,074
#114 #114 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Each year, West Virginia University awards about 223 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 138 SAT Score 1,020–1,240 Est. Net Price * $13,691 Median Starting Salary $52,545
#115 #115 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Annually, the University of the Southwest awards around 19 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Corrections, General Studies, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 830–1,050 Est. Net Price * $20,438 Median Starting Salary $52,576
#116 #116 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lamar University Beaumont, TX At Lamar University, the three most popular college majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Lamar University awards 258 degrees annually to Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 97 SAT Score 920–1,140 Est. Net Price * $10,999 Median Starting Salary $50,211
#117 #117 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Quincy University Quincy, IL At Quincy University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Management Science, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Quincy University grants 23 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,080–1,240 Est. Net Price * $17,424 Median Starting Salary $53,197
#118 #118 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Every year, The University of Texas at San Antonio grants about 521 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 135 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $10,831 Median Starting Salary $49,941
#119 #119 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 193 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 101 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Est. Net Price * $18,227 Median Starting Salary $55,813
#120 #120 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley, WV Each year, West Virginia University Institute of Technology grants about 24 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 61% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $11,015 Median Starting Salary $51,568
#121 #121 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Murray State University Murray, KY At Murray State University, the most popular majors students study are Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 91 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $9,738 Median Starting Salary $51,537
#122 #122 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Glenville State University Glenville, WV Each year, Glenville State University grants about 28 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 870–1,090 Est. Net Price * $16,745 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#123 #123 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northeastern State University Tahlequah, OK Every year, Northeastern State University awards around 149 degrees to students majoring in Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, General Studies, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 81 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $11,153 Median Starting Salary $50,751
#124 #124 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, NE Each year, the University of Nebraska at Kearney grants about 131 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 62 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $16,249 Median Starting Salary $54,226
#125 #125 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Each year, Youngstown State University grants about 151 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 93 SAT Score 940–1,190 Est. Net Price * $11,740 Median Starting Salary $51,342
#126 #126 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Stillman College Tuscaloosa, AL Every year, Stillman College awards about 28 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 800–930 Est. Net Price * $12,479 Median Starting Salary $48,953
#127 #127 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff, AR At the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 810–980 Est. Net Price * $11,649 Median Starting Salary $50,087
#128 #128 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Each year, Columbia College Chicago awards about 209 degrees to those majoring in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $29,790 Median Starting Salary $53,957
#129 #129 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. American Public University System Charles Town, WV At American Public University System, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Intelligence, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 111 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,322 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#130 #130 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. West Liberty University West Liberty, WV At West Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 930–1,150 Est. Net Price * $14,203 Median Starting Salary $53,244
#131 #131 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas A&M University-Commerce Commerce, TX At Texas A&M University-Commerce, the three most popular college majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 88 SAT Score 950–1,180 Est. Net Price * $11,902 Median Starting Salary $50,194
#132 #132 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Connecticut Storrs, CT Annually, the University of Connecticut grants around 382 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Economics, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 105 SAT Score 1,230–1,430 Est. Net Price * $22,324 Median Starting Salary $52,150
#133 #133 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Chicago State University Chicago, IL Every year, Chicago State University awards around 42 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 41% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 790–980 Est. Net Price * $9,852 Median Starting Salary $49,186
#134 #134 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK At Northwestern Oklahoma State University, the most popular majors students study are Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 890–1,110 Est. Net Price * $12,067 Median Starting Salary $52,215
#135 #135 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. College of Saint Mary Omaha, NE Annually, the College of Saint Mary grants about 54 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Rehabilitation Science, General Studies, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,265 Median Starting Salary $51,709
#136 #136 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita, CA At The Master's University and Seminary, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Theology/Theological Studies, Marketing, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,020–1,260 Est. Net Price * $33,463 Median Starting Salary $54,784
#137 #137 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TN Every year, Middle Tennessee State University grants about 259 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 91 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $12,700 Median Starting Salary $50,136
#138 #138 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH At Kent State University at Kent, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 92 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,333 Median Starting Salary $52,620
#139 #139 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Each year, Fairmont State University awards about 67 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 870–1,080 Est. Net Price * $10,993 Median Starting Salary $52,078
#140 #140 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Henderson State University Arkadelphia, AR At Henderson State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Henderson State University grants 64 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 900–1,080 Est. Net Price * $16,929 Median Starting Salary $50,350
#141 #141 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Mississippi University, MS At the University of Mississippi, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 84 SAT Score 1,070–1,310 Est. Net Price * $14,946 Median Starting Salary $50,796
#142 #142 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of North Georgia Dahlonega, GA At the University of North Georgia, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $11,687 Median Starting Salary $51,958
#143 #143 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia, MO Every year, the University of Missouri-Columbia awards around 627 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Journalism, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 85 SAT Score 1,150–1,340 Est. Net Price * $20,006 Median Starting Salary $54,882
#144 #144 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS At William Carey University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, William Carey University grants 145 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $17,192 Median Starting Salary $48,526
#145 #145 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Wichita State University Wichita, KS Every year, Wichita State University grants about 272 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 72 SAT Score 970–1,250 Est. Net Price * $14,184 Median Starting Salary $50,709
#146 #146 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, AL At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 74 SAT Score 1,120–1,380 Est. Net Price * $17,413 Median Starting Salary $48,511
#147 #147 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX At Tarleton State University, the most popular majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business/Commerce, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 70 SAT Score 980–1,160 Est. Net Price * $15,363 Median Starting Salary $51,771
#148 #148 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Jackson State University Jackson, MS At Jackson State University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 850–1,060 Est. Net Price * $19,892 Median Starting Salary $49,008
#149 #149 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of St Thomas Houston, TX At the University of St Thomas, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,090–1,340 Est. Net Price * $20,469 Median Starting Salary $49,480
#150 #150 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, TX Every year, the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor awards about 165 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Clinical Psychology, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $29,904 Median Starting Salary $52,804
#151 #151 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Alcorn State University Alcorn State, MS At Alcorn State University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 850–1,170 Est. Net Price * $13,155 Median Starting Salary $49,350
#152 #152 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Every year, Oklahoma City University grants about 134 degrees to those majoring in Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Music Performance, General, Dance, General, and Acting....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $23,143 Median Starting Salary $54,202
#153 #153 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Minot State University Minot, ND Every year, Minot State University awards about 58 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Social Work, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $12,349 Median Starting Salary $54,205
#154 #154 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Grambling State University Grambling, LA At Grambling State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 860–1,050 Est. Net Price * $19,092 Median Starting Salary $50,379
#155 #155 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northeastern Illinois University Chicago, IL At Northeastern Illinois University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Social Work, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Northeastern Illinois University grants 111 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 820–1,020 Est. Net Price * $14,669 Median Starting Salary $49,358
#156 #156 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor, MI Every year, Spring Arbor University grants around 63 degrees to those majoring in Social Work, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Nursing Administration, Business Administration and Management, General, and Operations Management and Supervision....view more Acceptance Rate 38% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 940–1,170 Est. Net Price * $21,720 Median Starting Salary $53,266
#157 #157 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. George Mason University Fairfax, VA Annually, George Mason University awards around 398 degrees to those studying Information Technology, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score 1,150–1,350 Est. Net Price * $18,900 Median Starting Salary $49,784
#158 #158 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem, NC At Winston-Salem State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 810–1,000 Est. Net Price * $12,948 Median Starting Salary $51,115
#159 #159 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Mary Bismarck, ND At the University of Mary, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,090–1,290 Est. Net Price * $19,225 Median Starting Salary $57,255
#160 #160 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Delta State University Cleveland, MS Each year, Delta State University grants about 63 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 940–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,457 Median Starting Salary $49,729
#161 #161 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion, IN At Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Operations Management and Supervision....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $16,162 Median Starting Salary $50,417
#162 #162 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Trinity Bible College and Graduate School Ellendale, ND Annually, Trinity Bible College and Graduate School awards around 10 degrees to students studying Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 36% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,240 Est. Net Price * $20,462 Median Starting Salary $52,037
#163 #163 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Worcester State University Worcester, MA At Worcester State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,020–1,290 Est. Net Price * $14,307 Median Starting Salary $54,052
#164 #164 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS Annually, Mississippi State University awards about 326 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 57 SAT Score 1,090–1,350 Est. Net Price * $16,480 Median Starting Salary $48,642
#165 #165 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX At Texas Christian University, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Public Relations, Advertising, and and Applied Communication....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,190–1,390 Est. Net Price * $39,005 Median Starting Salary $53,743
#166 #166 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Cumberland University Lebanon, TN Each year, Cumberland University grants about 65 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $17,669 Median Starting Salary $52,032
#167 #167 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach, FL Each year, Palm Beach Atlantic University awards around 49 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $31,103 Median Starting Salary $53,597
#168 #168 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Spring Hill College Mobile, AL At Spring Hill College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $20,271 Median Starting Salary $53,950
#169 #169 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 205 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,010–1,280 Est. Net Price * $14,050 Median Starting Salary $49,379
#170 #170 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID Each year, Northwest Nazarene University grants about 42 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Christian Studies, Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,060–1,300 Est. Net Price * $27,291 Median Starting Salary $52,535
#171 #171 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fisk University Nashville, TN At Fisk University, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Fisk University awards 44 degrees annually to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,130–1,420 Est. Net Price * $19,836 Median Starting Salary $50,579
#172 #172 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Each year, Albertus Magnus College grants around 54 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 850–1,100 Est. Net Price * $30,179 Median Starting Salary $51,576
#173 #173 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Brenau University Gainesville, GA At Brenau University, the most popular majors students pursue are Nursing Practice, Elementary Education and Teaching, Health and Medical Administrative Services, and Other. In fact, Brenau University grants 144 degrees per year to Nursing Practice majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 970–1,160 Est. Net Price * $20,860 Median Starting Salary $50,899
#174 #174 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Wake Forest, NC Every year, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary grants around 40 degrees to students majoring in Divinity/Ministry, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 950–1,240 Est. Net Price * $11,395 Median Starting Salary $53,601
#175 #175 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. North Greenville University Tigerville, SC At North Greenville University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Health and Wellness, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,060–1,280 Est. Net Price * $20,264 Median Starting Salary $53,011
#176 #176 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Emporia State University Emporia, KS At Emporia State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $15,441 Median Starting Salary $53,502
#177 #177 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Cornell College Mount Vernon, IA At Cornell College, the most popular majors students pursue are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Engineering, and General. In fact, Cornell College awards 17 degrees per year to graduating Kinesiology and Exercise Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,150–1,360 Est. Net Price * $25,850 Median Starting Salary $56,131
#178 #178 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield, MO Annually, Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies awards about 37 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,749 Median Starting Salary $54,796
#179 #179 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. SUNY Cortland Cortland, NY Annually, SUNY Cortland grants about 165 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,100–1,250 Est. Net Price * $18,474 Median Starting Salary $57,337
#180 #180 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Howard Payne University Brownwood, TX Annually, Howard Payne University awards around 14 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 920–1,140 Est. Net Price * $25,768 Median Starting Salary $54,074
#181 #181 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Rowan University Glassboro, NJ At Rowan University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Rowan University grants 432 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $22,237 Median Starting Salary $54,170
#182 #182 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MI Annually, Saginaw Valley State University grants about 178 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Social Work, Special Education and Teaching, General, and Rehabilitation Science....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 950–1,170 Est. Net Price * $15,144 Median Starting Salary $53,155
#183 #183 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Springfield College Springfield, MA Each year, Springfield College awards around 48 degrees to those majoring in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,120–1,300 Est. Net Price * $29,198 Median Starting Salary $52,609
#184 #184 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lewis-Clark State College Lewiston, ID Each year, Lewis-Clark State College grants about 202 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Social Work, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 850–1,110 Est. Net Price * $12,508 Median Starting Salary $51,160
#185 #185 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI At the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 18% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 1,370–1,530 Est. Net Price * $19,005 Median Starting Salary $50,011
#186 #186 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Wyoming Laramie, WY Each year, the University of Wyoming awards around 148 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 1,070–1,290 Est. Net Price * $13,299 Median Starting Salary $51,890
#187 #187 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Centenary University Hackettstown, NJ At Centenary University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Equestrian/Equine Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $22,838 Median Starting Salary $53,940
#188 #188 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Nevada-Reno Reno, NV At the University of Nevada-Reno, the most popular majors students pursue are Public Health, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Nevada-Reno awards 351 degrees per year to Public Health, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Est. Net Price * $16,801 Median Starting Salary $50,563
#189 #189 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO Each year, Lindenwood University awards about 188 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $18,698 Median Starting Salary $51,754
#190 #190 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TX At Texas A&M University-Kingsville, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Civil Engineering, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 980–1,160 Est. Net Price * $10,474 Median Starting Salary $48,376
#191 #191 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Ferrum College Ferrum, VA At Ferrum College, the three most popular college majors students study are Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, and Accounting. In fact, Ferrum College grants 24 degrees annually to Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 880–1,100 Est. Net Price * $22,521 Median Starting Salary $52,216
#192 #192 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Harding University Searcy, AR Each year, Harding University awards about 56 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $21,069 Median Starting Salary $55,211
#193 #193 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. LaGrange College Lagrange, GA At LaGrange College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching. In fact, LaGrange College grants 42 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,000–1,150 Est. Net Price * $24,564 Median Starting Salary $53,497
#194 #194 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Valley City State University Valley City, ND At Valley City State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, Music, and General. In fact, Valley City State University grants 115 degrees every year to Elementary Education and Teaching majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $13,841 Median Starting Salary $56,805
#195 #195 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Andrews University Berrien Springs, MI At Andrews University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,060–1,350 Est. Net Price * $24,874 Median Starting Salary $52,631
#196 #196 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. SUNY College at Old Westbury Old Westbury, NY At SUNY College at Old Westbury, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Accounting. In fact, SUNY College at Old Westbury awards 117 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $10,495 Median Starting Salary $50,293
#197 #197 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Idaho Moscow, ID Annually, the University of Idaho awards about 121 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Mechanical Engineering, Animal Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 960–1,220 Est. Net Price * $14,377 Median Starting Salary $50,996
#198 #198 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, IN At Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Human Services, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College awards 30 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 880–1,070 Est. Net Price * $18,470 Median Starting Salary $52,825
#199 #199 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, PR At the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 26 SAT Score 1,030–1,300 Est. Net Price * $6,868 Median Starting Salary $48,638
#200 #200 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Miami Coral Gables, FL At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 232 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 19% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,350–1,470 Est. Net Price * $41,028 Median Starting Salary $49,440
#201 #201 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO At Northwest Missouri State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $15,497 Median Starting Salary $54,336
#202 #202 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX At Sul Ross State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, Sul Ross State University awards 51 degrees annually to Criminal Justice/Safety Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 900–1,100 Est. Net Price * $12,240 Median Starting Salary $50,133
#203 #203 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. National University San Diego, CA At National University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, National University grants 307 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 750–1,170 Est. Net Price * $28,115 Median Starting Salary $50,393
#204 #204 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Carlow University Pittsburgh, PA Each year, Carlow University grants about 129 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 850–1,100 Est. Net Price * $20,561 Median Starting Salary $51,964
#205 #205 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison, NJ At Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,030–1,340 Est. Net Price * $26,472 Median Starting Salary $51,729
#206 #206 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. East Central University Ada, OK Each year, East Central University awards around 76 degrees to those studying Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 900–1,110 Est. Net Price * $9,355 Median Starting Salary $50,988
#207 #207 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Maine at Farmington Farmington, ME Every year, the University of Maine at Farmington grants around 38 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 920–1,210 Est. Net Price * $15,383 Median Starting Salary $55,236
#208 #208 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TX At Prairie View A & M University, the most popular majors students pursue are Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 860–1,040 Est. Net Price * $14,065 Median Starting Salary $50,081
#209 #209 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Chowan University Murfreesboro, NC Each year, Chowan University awards about 30 degrees to those studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 920–1,190 Est. Net Price * $15,845 Median Starting Salary $51,726
#210 #210 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Madonna University Livonia, MI At Madonna University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 890–1,120 Est. Net Price * $18,583 Median Starting Salary $50,700
#211 #211 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Alabama A & M University Normal, AL Each year, Alabama A & M University grants about 84 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 810–1,030 Est. Net Price * $14,064 Median Starting Salary $49,816
#212 #212 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Benedict College Columbia, SC At Benedict College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Sport and Fitness Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 820–1,010 Est. Net Price * $18,146 Median Starting Salary $48,859
#213 #213 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Emory & Henry College Emory, VA At Emory & Henry College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Social Studies Teacher Education....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,050–1,290 Est. Net Price * $21,714 Median Starting Salary $53,677
#214 #214 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Charlotte, NC Each year, Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte grants around 51 degrees to students majoring in Foodservice Systems Administration/Management, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 910–1,130 Est. Net Price * $29,481 Median Starting Salary $52,397
#215 #215 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Avila University Kansas City, MO Each year, Avila University awards around 40 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 850–1,080 Est. Net Price * $17,482 Median Starting Salary $51,211
#216 #216 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Holy Cross New Orleans, LA Each year, the University of Holy Cross awards around 34 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 890–1,080 Est. Net Price * $14,476 Median Starting Salary $49,592
#217 #217 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. SUNY College at Plattsburgh Plattsburgh, NY At SUNY College at Plattsburgh, the three most popular college majors students study are Accounting, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, SUNY College at Plattsburgh awards 107 degrees annually to graduating Accounting students....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,100–1,290 Est. Net Price * $15,982 Median Starting Salary $52,609
#218 #218 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Every year, Central Connecticut State University awards about 140 degrees to those studying Criminology, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Accounting, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $17,207 Median Starting Salary $51,794
#219 #219 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Fairfield University Fairfield, CT Each year, Fairfield University grants about 213 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,260–1,390 Est. Net Price * $47,630 Median Starting Salary $62,993
#220 #220 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Rhodes College Memphis, TN At Rhodes College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Neuroscience....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,310–1,470 Est. Net Price * $30,590 Median Starting Salary $58,177
#221 #221 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Maine Orono, ME At the University of Maine, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Maine awards 111 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,080–1,340 Est. Net Price * $18,237 Median Starting Salary $53,839
#222 #222 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Johnson & Wales University-Online Providence, RI Each year, Johnson & Wales University-Online grants around 87 degrees to students majoring in Foodservice Systems Administration/Management, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $18,265 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#223 #223 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Anna Maria College Paxton, MA Annually, Anna Maria College grants about 67 degrees to those studying Fire Science/Fire-fighting, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management,......view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 780–990 Est. Net Price * $28,732 Median Starting Salary $54,673
#224 #224 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall, MN Every year, Southwest Minnesota State University grants about 81 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $14,839 Median Starting Salary $54,627
#225 #225 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Misericordia University Dallas, PA Each year, Misericordia University grants about 100 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,060–1,230 Est. Net Price * $25,090 Median Starting Salary $55,211
#226 #226 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TN Annually, Tennessee Technological University awards about 145 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $15,138 Median Starting Salary $49,356
#227 #227 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, NY At Roberts Wesleyan University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Education, Other, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,000–1,270 Est. Net Price * $24,202 Median Starting Salary $53,323
#228 #228 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Earlham College Richmond, IN At Earlham College, the three most popular college majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biochemistry, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Est. Net Price * $26,517 Median Starting Salary $51,922
#229 #229 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,240–1,410 Est. Net Price * $30,911 Median Starting Salary $54,307
#230 #230 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Walla Walla University College Place, WA Every year, Walla Walla University awards about 53 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 980–1,250 Est. Net Price * $26,001 Median Starting Salary $54,482
#231 #231 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lindsey Wilson College Columbia, KY Annually, Lindsey Wilson College awards about 169 degrees to students studying Human Services, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $14,422 Median Starting Salary $50,593
#232 #232 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Georgia Southwestern State University Americus, GA At Georgia Southwestern State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 900–1,120 Est. Net Price * $11,779 Median Starting Salary $51,075
#233 #233 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Augustana University Sioux Falls, SD At Augustana University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,080–1,290 Est. Net Price * $25,280 Median Starting Salary $56,787
#234 #234 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Cornell University Ithaca, NY At Cornell University, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Labor and Industrial Relations, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Cornell University grants 457 degrees annually to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 8% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Est. Net Price * $26,455 Median Starting Salary $50,930
#235 #235 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Villanova University Villanova, PA At Villanova University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, Villanova University grants 220 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,410–1,510 Est. Net Price * $37,946 Median Starting Salary $57,313
#236 #236 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Southwestern College Winfield, KS Annually, Southwestern College awards about 48 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 930–1,120 Est. Net Price * $27,337 Median Starting Salary $51,095
#237 #237 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Charleston Charleston, WV Each year, the University of Charleston grants around 341 degrees to students studying Organizational Leadership, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,100 Median Starting Salary $51,403
#238 #238 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Every year, the College of the Ozarks awards around 31 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 15% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $12,279 Median Starting Salary $50,375
#239 #239 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Memphis Memphis, TN Each year, the University of Memphis awards about 375 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 930–1,190 Est. Net Price * $13,656 Median Starting Salary $48,883
#240 #240 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Thomas College Waterville, ME At Thomas College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Forensic Psychology. In fact, Thomas College awards 33 degrees every year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 800–1,010 Est. Net Price * $18,882 Median Starting Salary $54,067
#241 #241 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Tennessee State University Nashville, TN At Tennessee State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 880–1,040 Est. Net Price * $9,231 Median Starting Salary $49,463
#242 #242 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TN Annually, East Tennessee State University grants about 502 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $16,033 Median Starting Salary $49,559
#243 #243 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. State University of New York at New Paltz New Paltz, NY Annually, State University of New York at New Paltz awards about 202 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, and Sociology....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,180–1,340 Est. Net Price * $17,848 Median Starting Salary $51,135
#244 #244 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Management and Technology Arlington, VA At the University of Management and Technology, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Information Technology, and Homeland Security....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,987 Median Starting Salary $52,373
#245 #245 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Midland University Fremont, NE At Midland University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Education, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Midland University awards 36 degrees annually to graduating Education, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 960–1,180 Est. Net Price * $24,143 Median Starting Salary $56,022
#246 #246 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Every year, Nova Southeastern University grants about 453 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Neuroscience....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,060–1,310 Est. Net Price * $32,756 Median Starting Salary $48,888
#247 #247 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies Portland, OR Annually, Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies grants about 44 degrees to students studying Applied Psychology, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,343 Median Starting Salary $50,015
#248 #248 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA At Carnegie Mellon University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,500–1,570 Est. Net Price * $32,964 Median Starting Salary $52,428
#249 #249 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Webster University Saint Louis, MO At Webster University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Education, and General. In fact, Webster University grants 98 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,040–1,300 Est. Net Price * $27,695 Median Starting Salary $50,357
#250 #250 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 62 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,120–1,350 Est. Net Price * $27,386 Median Starting Salary $50,966
#251 #251 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Juniata College Huntingdon, PA Annually, Juniata College awards around 52 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Environmental Science, Wildlife, and Fish and Wildlands Science and Management....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,080–1,290 Est. Net Price * $28,925 Median Starting Salary $57,839
#252 #252 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Piedmont University Demorest, GA At Piedmont University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 990–1,180 Est. Net Price * $21,599 Median Starting Salary $52,239
#253 #253 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA Annually, the University of Washington-Seattle Campus grants around 481 degrees to those studying Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Biochemistry....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,230–1,460 Est. Net Price * $11,023 Median Starting Salary $46,955
#254 #254 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA Every year, Seattle Pacific University grants about 92 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,050–1,320 Est. Net Price * $26,155 Median Starting Salary $54,368
#255 #255 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Mississippi University for Women Columbus, MS Every year, Mississippi University for Women awards about 379 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $12,617 Median Starting Salary $49,298
#256 #256 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. United States Naval Academy Annapolis, MD A majority of majors at Navy are in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with the top five choices being Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Political Science and Government, General, Operations Research, Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare, Mechatronics, Robotics, and and Automation Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 9% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,200–1,420 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $46,558
#257 #257 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Every year, The Catholic University of America awards around 133 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $35,008 Median Starting Salary $62,380
#258 #258 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Texas A&M University-San Antonio San Antonio, TX At Texas A&M University-San Antonio, the most popular majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminology....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 850–1,080 Est. Net Price * $13,263 Median Starting Salary $48,744
#259 #259 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Tiffin University Tiffin, OH At Tiffin University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 860–1,120 Est. Net Price * $24,516 Median Starting Salary $52,606
#260 #260 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Seton Hill University Greensburg, PA Each year, Seton Hill University awards around 33 degrees to those studying Pre-Physician Assistant, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Est. Net Price * $23,732 Median Starting Salary $57,570
#261 #261 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Dayton Dayton, OH At the University of Dayton, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Finance, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, the University of Dayton awards 214 degrees per year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,230–1,400 Est. Net Price * $31,551 Median Starting Salary $59,896
#262 #262 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of the Ozarks Clarksville, AR At the University of the Ozarks, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Public Health Education and Promotion, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,150 Est. Net Price * $16,651 Median Starting Salary $51,473
#263 #263 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MI Each year, the University of Michigan-Dearborn grants about 134 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,000–1,270 Est. Net Price * $12,798 Median Starting Salary $46,279
#264 #264 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. King's College Wilkes-Barre, PA At King's College, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, and Accounting. In fact, King's College grants 92 degrees every year to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,060–1,240 Est. Net Price * $25,608 Median Starting Salary $57,255
#265 #265 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ At New Jersey Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Computer and Information Sciences, and General. In fact, New Jersey Institute of Technology awards 234 degrees per year to Information Technology majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,210–1,470 Est. Net Price * $16,736 Median Starting Salary $45,511
#266 #266 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Missouri Valley College Marshall, MO Each year, Missouri Valley College grants around 34 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 900–1,120 Est. Net Price * $18,396 Median Starting Salary $52,128
#267 #267 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Portland Portland, OR At the University of Portland, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,200–1,360 Est. Net Price * $34,951 Median Starting Salary $56,782
#268 #268 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Marietta College Marietta, OH Each year, Marietta College awards around 35 degrees to students studying Petroleum Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,210 Est. Net Price * $21,333 Median Starting Salary $53,689
#269 #269 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Salem State University Salem, MA Every year, Salem State University grants around 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,160 Est. Net Price * $19,324 Median Starting Salary $52,686
#270 #270 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Barry University Miami, FL At Barry University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,080 Est. Net Price * $23,930 Median Starting Salary $50,019
#271 #271 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, CO Every year, the University of Colorado Boulder awards around 1087 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,260–1,440 Est. Net Price * $22,640 Median Starting Salary $52,542
#272 #272 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Grand View University Des Moines, IA Annually, Grand View University grants about 33 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $22,296 Median Starting Salary $53,778
#273 #273 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Buena Vista University Storm Lake, IA At Buena Vista University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Human Services, General, and Accounting. In fact, Buena Vista University awards 85 degrees per year to graduating Elementary Education and Teaching students....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $18,156 Median Starting Salary $52,004
#274 #274 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Charleston Southern University Charleston, SC Each year, Charleston Southern University grants around 90 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 950–1,170 Est. Net Price * $21,347 Median Starting Salary $51,305
#275 #275 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Whitworth University Spokane, WA At Whitworth University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Whitworth University grants 57 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,100–1,330 Est. Net Price * $27,491 Median Starting Salary $53,450
#276 #276 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Delaware State University Dover, DE At Delaware State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 880–1,090 Est. Net Price * $15,555 Median Starting Salary $53,168
#277 #277 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Annually, Saint Edward's University grants around 76 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Communication, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Neurobiology and Behavior....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,230 Est. Net Price * $28,351 Median Starting Salary $51,550
#278 #278 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. United States Air Force Academy USAF Academy, CO Every year, United States Air Force Academy awards around 135 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 14% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,250–1,460 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $46,630
#279 #279 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC Each year, Wake Forest University awards about 154 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Finance, General, Political Science and Government, General, Communication, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 22% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,410–1,510 Est. Net Price * $27,790 Median Starting Salary $59,215
#280 #280 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis, MO Each year, the University of Missouri-St Louis awards around 333 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Est. Net Price * $11,577 Median Starting Salary $48,095
#281 #281 Best College for General Studies in the U.S. University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell, WA At the University of Washington-Bothell Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,300–1,490 Est. Net Price * $10,013 Median Starting Salary $49,551
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About General Studies

An undifferentiated program that includes instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies.

Students majoring in General Studies can earn up to a Bachelors degree. On average, 40% percent of men and 60% percent of women make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. General Studies is has the largest number of granted degrees in Texas. The Median Starting Salary for an undergraduate degree in General Studies is $38,700.

Popularity of General Studies Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of General Studies degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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Careers

The highest paying career for General Studies majors is Postsecondary Teachers, All Other. However, another thing to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A position that is in high need that a degree in General Studies can prepare you for is Postsecondary Teachers, All Other.

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These are the highest paying careers for General Studies majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students

12,504

Female Students

7,561 (60%)

Male Students

4,943 (39%)

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#1 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

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#2 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

80%

109

1,040–1,240

$12,375

$51,515

#3 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

96%

41

970–1,150

$14,679

$50,525

#4 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

97%

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1,020–1,230

$7,295

$51,295

#5 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

67%

28

930–1,150

$14,164

$50,015

#6 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

94%

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970–1,190

$13,156

$50,115

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$22,655

$49,759

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$8,650

$50,932

#9 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

68%

6

1,090–1,370

$21,464

$50,968

#10 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

81%

32

1,100–1,320

$21,205

$55,281

#11 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

82%

20

980–1,210

$23,364

$50,537

#12 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

99%

53

1,020–1,220

$18,466

$55,182

#13 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.

69%

16

870–1,150

$12,268

$52,770

#14 Best College for General Studies in the U.S.