578 Best Private Diploma Universities in the USA

Compare 7,470 programs at 578 universities in the USA — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

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American Public University System

Charles Town, West Virginia · Private University · Est. 1991

US #254 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $9,597/yr
Earnings (10yr): $44,409
Students: 40,074

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Whitworth University

Spokane, Washington · Private University · Est. 1890

US #261 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $26,534/yr
Admission rate: 90%
Earnings (10yr): $58,561
Students: 1,858

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University of St Thomas

Saint Paul, Minnesota · Private University · Est. 1885

US #268 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $29,155/yr
Admission rate: 85%
Earnings (10yr): $73,739
Students: 6,245

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University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, Indiana · Private University · Est. 1890

US #272 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $18,196/yr
Admission rate: 96%
Earnings (10yr): $55,362
Students: 1,567

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Texas Christian University

Fort Worth, Texas · Private University · Est. 1873

US #278 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $36,660/yr
Admission rate: 44%
Earnings (10yr): $68,424
Students: 11,026

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University of Dayton

Dayton, Ohio · Private University · Est. 1850

US #279 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $29,533/yr
Admission rate: 65%
Earnings (10yr): $75,537
Students: 7,682

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Walla Walla University

College Place, Washington · Private University · Est. 1892

US #280 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $23,329/yr
Earnings (10yr): $61,885
Students: 1,252

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Wheaton College

Wheaton, Illinois · Private University · Est. 1860

US #282 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $26,975/yr
Admission rate: 87%
Earnings (10yr): $63,756
Students: 2,121

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Creighton University

Omaha, Nebraska · Private University · Est. 1878

US #284 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $31,568/yr
Admission rate: 80%
Earnings (10yr): $73,911
Students: 4,348

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Florida Institute of Technology

Melbourne, Florida · Private University · Est. 1958

US #287 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $35,639/yr
Admission rate: 58%
Earnings (10yr): $43,137
Students: 3,404

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Capella University

Minneapolis, Minnesota · Private University · Est. 1993

US #290 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $17,956/yr
Earnings (10yr): $42,189
Students: 18,364

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Pace University

New York, New York · Private University · Est. 1906

US #291 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $30,892/yr
Admission rate: 76%
Earnings (10yr): $70,378
Students: 7,665

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University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport, Connecticut · Private University · Est. 1927

US #292 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $27,807/yr
Admission rate: 83%
Earnings (10yr): $50,323
Students: 1,534

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University of Mobile

Mobile, Alabama · Private University · Est. 1961

US #295 ROI F Admissions open

Net price: $22,382/yr
Admission rate: 78%
Earnings (10yr): $43,611
Students: 1,307

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Regent University

Virginia Beach, Virginia · Private University · Est. 1978

US #300 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $19,923/yr
Admission rate: 38%
Earnings (10yr): $44,498
Students: 4,729

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Lipscomb University

Nashville, Tennessee · Private University · Est. 1891

US #303 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $24,739/yr
Admission rate: 68%
Earnings (10yr): $55,541
Students: 2,997

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Mercer University

Macon, Georgia · Private University · Est. 1833

US #304 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $23,847/yr
Admission rate: 69%
Earnings (10yr): $58,354
Students: 4,500

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Howard University

Washington, District of Columbia · Private University · Est. 1867

US #307 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $50,539/yr
Admission rate: 41%
Earnings (10yr): $63,066
Students: 10,108

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Xavier University

Cincinnati, Ohio · Private University · Est. 1831

US #309 ROI B Admissions open

Net price: $32,997/yr
Admission rate: 86%
Earnings (10yr): $64,873
Students: 4,207

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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Winona, Minnesota · Private University · Est. 1912

US #312 ROI C Admissions open

Net price: $11,704/yr
Admission rate: 93%
Earnings (10yr): $58,170
Students: 1,073

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Andrews University

Berrien Springs, Michigan · Private University · Est. 1874

US #316 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $12,547/yr
Admission rate: 82%
Earnings (10yr): $53,187
Students: 1,224

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Concordia University-Wisconsin

Mequon, Wisconsin · Private University · Est. 1881

US #317 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $36,201/yr
Admission rate: 78%
Earnings (10yr): $56,075
Students: 2,197

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Lindenwood University

Saint Charles, Missouri · Private University · Est. 1827

US #319 ROI D Admissions open

Net price: $19,638/yr
Admission rate: 57%
Earnings (10yr): $53,278
Students: 4,624

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Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private University · Est. 1824

US #321 ROI A Admissions open

Net price: $28,928/yr
Admission rate: 81%
Earnings (10yr): $77,449
Students: 3,755

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for private Diploma universities in the USA?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include American Public University System, Whitworth University, University of St Thomas. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study private Diploma universities in the USA?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying private Diploma universities in the USA?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

About private Diploma universities in the USA

This page lists private Diploma universities in the USA held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

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