5 Area Studies colleges in Washington with strong social mobility outcomes. Average earnings: $73,374.
| Rank | School | Graduate Earnings | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $78,466 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Manageable | 97th percentile mobility | |
| #2 | $78,466 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Manageable | 94th percentile mobility | |
| #3 | $78,466 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Manageable | 94th percentile mobility | |
| #4 | $68,905 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,968 | Challenging | 96th percentile mobility | |
| #5 | $62,569 | $18,500 | Manageable | $23,123 | High | 91th percentile mobility |
Our social mobility rankings answer: "Which schools deliver the best outcomes for students from low-income backgrounds?"
This is not simply "which schools admit the most low-income students" — it's which schools both serve low-income students and deliver strong earnings outcomes.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
