America's most conservative colleges in 2020, ranked
What's the most conservative college in America?
Niche, a data analytics website, ranked the most conservative-leaning colleges for 2020, based on student reviews of the campus community. It also catalogued many of the students' thoughts about their chosen schools.
Ranking at No. 50 is Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan. A freshman there wrote that the school "encourages students to succeed and enjoy their college experience."
Niche also ranked the most liberal colleges in the nation. Check out that list here.
49. Toccoa Falls College
Located in Toccoa Falls, Georgia, this private Christian college is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, an education association with more than 180 Christian institutions.
48. Harding University
Harding University, a private Christian college in Searcy, Arkansas, offers more than 100 undergraduate majors.
47. Howard Payne University
This private Christian school, located in Brownwood, Texas, requires students to attend chapel in order to graduate.
46. Mississippi College
A freshman at this private Christian college wrote that attending is a "fun and enjoyable experience."
45. Concordia University - Wisconsin
A sophomore at Concordia University - Wisconsin wrote that "there is no better campus in Wisconsin than Concordia's campus, it is so breathtaking."
44. Wayne State College
Business is the most popular major at this school, located in Wayne, Nebraska.
43. University of Dallas
The sports teams at this private Catholic university, located in Irving, Texas, are named the Crusaders.
42. University of Valley Forge
A freshman at the University of Valley Forge in Pennsylvania wrote that the institution is a "great Christian university."
41. Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg State University is the third highest-rated public university in Kansas.
40. Campbell University
This private Christian university, located in Buies Creek, North Carolina, was founded by Baptist minister J.A. Campbell in 1887.
39. Lancaster Bible College - Capital Seminary & Graduate School
A senior at the Lancaster Bible College - Capital Seminary & Graduate School, in Pennsylvania, wrote that the "environment at LBC is incredible."
38. Southern Utah University
The most popular majors at Southern Utah University include liberal arts and humanities, nursing and education.
37. Olivet Nazarene University
A junior at this private Christian university in Bourbonnais, Illinois, wrote that "ONU is best for anyone who wants to be around other Christians who worship the same God."
36. Ohio Christian University
Ohio Christian University students are required to attend chapel while enrolled in the school.
35. University of North Georgia
The most popular major at the University of North Georgia is liberal arts and humanities.
34. Oklahoma Baptist University
"Oklahoma Baptist is phenomenal in their academics, personal relationships and the integration of Christianity," writes a freshman.
33. Grove City College
A sophomore at Grove City College praised the school for being "so welcoming and kind, the classes were interesting, the culture is very Christ-centered."
32. University of Tennessee - Martin
The University of Tennessee - Martin is the fourth highest-rated public school in the state.
31. Southeastern University
Located in Lakeland, Florida, Southeastern University is the second-most conservative college in the state.
30. Wisconsin Lutheran College
A Wisconsin Lutheran College freshman wrote that the "community... is very welcoming and friendly."
29. University of Saint Francis - Indiana
This private Catholic university, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has an acceptance rate of 99%.
28. Lee University
"Lee University has such a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. You are instantly connected with those who share your similar interests but are also challenged by different world views," a student wrote.
27. Palm Beach Atlantic University
The most conservative college in Florida is also located in the second-best location in the state, according to Niche's ratings.
26. University of Northwestern - St. Paul
This private Christian university in Minnesota offers a Gospel-centered curriculum.
25. Angelo State University
Angelo State, located in San Angelo, Texas, is the third-most conservative college in the state.
24. University of Mississippi
Ole Miss is the second highest-rated college in Mississippi.
23. Union University
Located in Jackson, Tennessee, Union University provides "Christ-centered education that promotes excellence and character development in service to church and society," per Niche.
22. Indiana Wesleyan University
This private Christian university in Marion, Indiana is rated as having the eighth-best dorms in the nation.
21. Crown College
A Crown College alum wrote that the school, located in Minnesota, "helps you grow in Christ and the staff help you develop and make your faith your own."
20. Ouachita Baptist University
Ouachita Baptist University, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, is the third highest-rated college in the state.
19. North Greenville University
This private Christian university, in Tigerville, South Carolina, is a "place filled with loving and caring people," writes a student.
18. Anderson University
A sophomore at Anderson University, in South Carolina, wrote that "the atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, with caring professors who truly want to see their students succeed."
16. Samford University
Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Samford University is the top-rated private school in the state.
[Editor's note: You'll notice that the No. 17 college is missing from this list. Niche says the No. 17 school lost its ranking following a data update from the Department of Education.]
15. Southwestern Assemblies of God University
This private Christian university in Waxahachie, Texas has the best dorms in the state, per NIche.
14. Maranatha Baptist University
A junior at Maranatha Baptist University, in Wisconsin, wrote that students are "pushed to do [their] best academically and spiritually."
13. LeTourneau University
Located in Longview, Texas, LeTourneau University is Niche's highest-rated college for online courses in America.
12. Biola University
Biola University in La Mirada, California is the most conservative college in the state, according to the Niche survey.
11. Utah State University
Utah State University is the second highest-rated public university in Utah, per Niche.
10. Oral Roberts University
Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Oral Roberts University is Niche's fourth-best rated college in the state.
9. Oklahoma Christian University
An Oklahoma Christian University freshman wrote that the college is a "great place if you are looking for higher education and spiritual growth."
8. Cornerstone University
Cornerstone University was founded in 1941 as the Baptist Bible Institute. The school became Cornerstone University in 1999.
7. Colorado Christian University
This non-denominational college in Lakewood, Colorado, has 1,840 undergraduate students.
Pictured is former Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson, who held a rally on the Colorado Christian University's campus.
6. Franciscan University of Steubenville
Franciscan University of Steubenville is the fifth highest-rated Catholic college in Ohio.
5. Bob Jones University
This private Christian university in Greenville, South Carolina is the fifth-best college in the state according to Niche's ratings.
4. Brigham Young University
Located in Provo, Utah, Brigham Young University is Niche's best-rated college in the state.
3. Liberty University
Liberty University, located in Lynchburg, Virginia, was founded by Rev. Jerry Falwell. It is the second highest-rated college for online courses in the nation, per Niche.
2. Cedarville University
A Cedarville University freshman wrote that the college, located in Ohio, is "an incredible university to study at."
1. Brigham Young University - Idaho
Located in Rexburg, Idaho, this private Christian university is also ranked as the safest college campus in the state.