53 Public Administration colleges in the Northeast with strong social mobility outcomes. Average earnings: $64,985.
| Rank | School | Graduate Earnings | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #51 | $49,365 | $10,533 | Excellent | $9,563 | Good | 94th percentile mobility | |
| #52 | University Of MainePublic | $48,653 | $25,000 | Good | $21,900 | Challenging | 74th percentile mobility |
| #53 | $47,295 | $23,725 | Manageable | $17,794 | High | 81th 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 →
