College with 100% acceptance rates (or almost 100%) can be a great resource when searching for safeties during university list building!

Despite the stress and anxiety of “getting in” that the college application process creates, there are many colleges and universities in the US with near or 100% acceptance rates. US News and World Report updates this list annually. 

It’s reorganized here by state to help you approach your university list building by the geographic areas of greatest interest to you. 

There are some real hidden gems included in the list below where you can get a great education and balance your university list to include safety schools you are excited to consider!

Curious to compare this year’s list of Colleges & Universities with (almost) 100% Acceptance Rates to last year’s? Click here. 

While building your university list, here are some more lists you might find helpful!

Best Colleges for B-Students 2025

Excellent Colleges with Higher Acceptance Rates

Colleges With 100% Acceptance Rates - 2025

Colleges With The Lowest Acceptance Rates

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