The colleges and universities within this Excel list meet the following criteria — which we believe are important indicators for student success in a college experience.
- Colleges that accept at least 50% of applicants.
- Private colleges with at least a 50% 4-year graduation rate, and public colleges with at least a 50% 5-year graduation rate.
- Retention rates above the national average for freshman students returning for their sophomore year.
- Unweighted GPA between 2.8-3.9.
- Reasonable test scores — if required.
- Colleges with at least 500 students.
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