Niche just released their annual list for the best colleges in Texas. Some familiar names will be in top ten, but let's see who they have as the best in the state for this school year. Top Ten Colleges in Texas for 2025-2026 Every year, Niche ranks the best Universities in America and if you want to stay in Texas. Finally the University of Texas at Tyler makes their way into the top ten after being at 11 last year. Getty Images Getty Images loading...For anyone enrolling in colleges, one of the most stressful things is actually getting accepted.