Regional Universities Midwest Rankings

Regional Universities offer a full range of undergraduate programs and some master's programs but few doctoral programs. Regional Universities include Providence College, Santa Clara University, Elon University and Butler University.

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These rankings are split into four regions: North, South, Midwest and West.

Tuition and fees:
$36,422 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
4,065
Setting:
urban
#1
Overall Score: 100 out of 100.

Founded in 1878, Creighton University is a private institution. Creighton University follows a semester-based academic calendar and its admissions are considered more selective.

Tuition and fees:
$37,010 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
4,062
Setting:
suburban
#2
Overall Score: 95 out of 100.

Butler University

Indianapolis, IN

Butler University is a private institution that was founded in 1855. The school has 57.2 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students, and the student-faculty ratio at Butler University is 11:1.

Tuition and fees:
$33,696 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
3,364
Setting:
city
#3
Overall Score: 91 out of 100.

Drake University

Des Moines, IA

Drake University was established in 1881 as a private institution. Drake University follows a semester-based academic calendar and its admissions are considered more selective.

Tuition and fees:
$31,480 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
4,588
Setting:
suburban
#4
Overall Score: 86 out of 100.

Bradley University

Peoria, IL

Located in Peoria, Ill., Bradley University gives its students many opportunities to participate in both academic and recreational activities. Career and entrepreneurship centers help students learn, and around 250 student organizations help students have fun.
 

Tuition and fees:
$36,160 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
3,260
Setting:
city
#5
Overall Score: 85 out of 100.

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN

Located in northwest Indiana, Valparaiso University is a private, Lutheran institution at which students are encouraged to volunteer and serve their community. Valparaiso students can get involved through many campus ministries, Division I sports, and the local Popcorn Festival.

Tuition and fees:
$35,080 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
4,633
Setting:
urban
#6
Overall Score: 82 out of 100.

Xavier University

Cincinnati, OH

Xavier University is a private, Jesuit institution located in Cincinnati. Xavier students have many different clubs and activities to choose from, and the school is known for its men's basketball team.

Tuition and fees:
$37,180 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
3,125
Setting:
suburban
#7
Overall Score: 79 out of 100.

John Carroll University

University Heights, OH

John Carroll University is a private, Jesuit school situated in the suburbs of Cleveland. As a Catholic institution, John Carroll offers students opportunities to explore religion through the Ignatian Spirituality Institute and other faith centers.

In-state tuition and fees:
$7,430 (2015-16)
Out-of-state tuition and fees:
$13,654 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
5,910
Setting:
rural
#8Tie
Overall Score: 74 out of 100.

Truman State University

Kirksville, MO

Truman State University was established in 1867 as a public institution. Truman State University follows a semester-based academic calendar and its admissions are considered more selective.

Tuition and fees:
$32,946 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
2,420
Setting:
city
#8Tie
Overall Score: 74 out of 100.

University of Evansville

Evansville, IN

The University of Evansville is a liberal arts school situated in southwest Indiana, with a secondary campus in England. Each year, more than half of students study at Evansville’s British campus, Harlaxton College, or in another foreign country.
 

Tuition and fees:
$34,450 (2015-16)
Enrollment:
2,853
Setting:
suburban
#10
Overall Score: 72 out of 100.

Elmhurst College

Elmhurst, IL

Elmhurst College has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,853, with a gender distribution of 40.1 percent male students and 59.9 percent female students. At this school, 35 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 65 percent of students live off campus.

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