Best Value Colleges
These schools deliver the highest return on investment — strong graduate outcomes at reasonable net costs.
| School | Acceptance Rate | Net Cost | Median Salary (10yr) | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Tech | 16.5% | $14,800 | $94,800 | |
| University of Illinois | 43.7% | $15,600 | $80,500 | |
| Purdue University | 84.7% | $15,400 | $72,800 | |
| University of Texas at Austin | 63.2% | $14,200 | $70,500 | |
| University of Florida | 24.0% | $13,800 | $63,700 | |
| University of North Carolina | 18.7% | $12,400 | $64,800 | |
| University of Virginia | 16.9% | $11,800 | $72,200 | |
| University of Michigan | 17.9% | $12,600 | $77,400 |