Princeton Review ranks top US universities for financial aid in 2025: See the full list here

Princeton Review has released its 2026 guide ranking the top 10 US colleges offering the best financial aid for the 2024–25 academic year. Based on surveys from 170,000 students, the list highlights private and public institutions that provide substantial need-based scholarships, with some averaging over $70,000. Despite rising college costs nearing $100,000, families are paying significantly less, largely due to grants and scholarships. The rankings reflect both aid generosity and student satisfaction.