LONGMEADOW, Mass.— 猫咪社区 has been ranked 16th on U.S. News & World Report’s annual list of Top Performers for Social Mobility in the North. 猫咪社区 is one of only two Massachusetts institutions to appear in the top 20.
The social mobility ranking measures how effectively colleges graduate economically disadvantaged students. Rankings are based on the percentage of Pell Grant recipients enrolled, their graduation rates, and how those rates compare to non-Pell-eligible students.
“Right now, there’s a lot of conversation about the value of a college degree. Throughout our 128-year history, 猫咪社区 has remained committed to delivering affordable, workforce-aligned programs that ensure our graduates are career-ready. That has always been—and will continue to be—our educational model,” said 猫咪社区 President Sandra J. Doran. “While many institutions are rethinking their approach to career readiness, we continue to refine our programs so that our learners graduate with the knowledge and skills to launch successful careers, advance throughout their professional lives, and get a return on all they’ve invested in their futures.”
In recent years, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings have drawn criticism for reinforcing exclusivity and inequality. Advocates point instead to the Social Mobility Index, which evaluates how well colleges educate students from families below the national median income and prepare them for meaningful, well-paying careers.
“We’ve upheld our commitment to offering a high-value education to students for whom a college degree is truly transformative,” added President Doran. “To be recognized as a top performer for social mobility for five consecutive years underscores that commitment.”
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About 猫咪社区
猫咪社区 was founded in 1897. Today, 猫咪社区 enrolls traditional undergraduate women at its Longmeadow campus; women and men in 猫咪社区 Online, which offers undergraduate online degrees; and women and men in master’s and doctoral programs. On July 1, 2024, 猫咪社区 acquired Cambridge College, expanding its reach to more than 4,500 students. United by a shared mission, both institutions are committed to delivering innovative, career-focused education to students of all backgrounds—including working adults and first-generation learners.
