30 Communication colleges in New York with strong social mobility outcomes. Average earnings: $67,350.
| Rank | School | Graduate Earnings | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #26 | $56,403 | $21,196 | Good | $19,010 | High | 82th percentile mobility | |
| #27 | Suny BrockportPublic | $54,496 | $20,000 | Excellent | $16,353 | Manageable | 87th percentile mobility |
| #28 | $53,501 | $14,350 | Excellent | $15,568 | Good | 91th percentile mobility | |
| #29 | $52,334 | $21,028 | Good | $12,951 | Manageable | 85th percentile mobility | |
| #30 | Suny At Purchase CollegePublic | $45,092 | $21,067 | Manageable | $30,798 | High | 79th 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 May 2026 refresh for 2026 rankings, based on Department of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
