#37: Rhode Island College, Rhode Island

Tuition Cost: $26,000

Graduate Percentage: 46%

Rhode Island might not top the list for college choices, yet Rhode Island College remains bustling with students. Its New England location poses a challenge, not least due to high living costs, leaving graduates earning an average of $37,000 annually.

In an effort to support students financially, Rhode Island College has reduced its fees. Despite this, graduates often leave saddled with approximately $26,000 in debt, a figure that can deter prospective students.