102 Engineering colleges in the South with strong social mobility outcomes. Average earnings: $59,636.
| Rank | School | Graduate Earnings | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #101 | Jackson State UniversityPublic | $39,060 | $30,470 | Excellent | $15,000 | Good | 78th percentile mobility |
| #102 | $38,924 | $29,000 | Good | $19,929 | Manageable | 88th 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 →
