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Vaughn College Named an Opportunity College by the New National Carnegie Classifications April 24, 2025 Vaughn College has been designated as an Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications, recognizing it as an institution that can serve as a model for studying how campuses can foster student success. This classification examines the extent to which institutions foster opportunities for student success by measuring whether they are enrolling students reflective of the communities they serve and how the earnings of students compare to peers in their area. LEARN MORE
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Vaughn is ranked #1 in upward mobility nationwide as reported in the “New York Times.”

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95% of Vaughn grads 78% in their field—are employed or continue their education within one year*
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RANKED #1
in economic mobility in NYC moving students from the bottom 20% to the top 1% in income***
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HIGHER ACCESS
HIGHER EARNINGS Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
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A New Era in Drone Technology—Agriculture and Construction Leading the Way

Drones have come a long way over the past 10 years. What was once considered a novelty or futuristic gadget has now become an innovative game changer that is reshaping the way industries operate. From surveying farmlands to inspecting towering skyscrapers, agriculture and construction are, respectively, leading the way in drone technology adoption—but they’re far […]

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Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education recognized Vaughn College as an “Opportunity College and University” for its ability to serve a higher proportion of under-resourced students and produce higher post-graduation earnings.
***New York City Economic Development Corporation, November 2024, "Academia in New York City: Shaping the Future of NYC’s Economy.”
*Outcomes include data within one year of graduation for graduates who reported via survey. There were a total of 361 reported graduates in 2023. 239 reported an outcome for a 66% response rate. The 2023 graduate class includes September 2022, December 2022 and May 2023 graduates.