2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings highlight SUNY Old Westbury’s economic impact on students

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SUNY Old Westbury has again been feted for the impact and commitment it has for the social mobility of its students, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 America’s Best Colleges rankings.

For the second consecutive year, SUNY Old Westbury ranked No. 9 among Universities in the Northeast in the social mobility category. Introduced in 2019 as part of the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings, the social mobility category considers the degree to which an institution elevates its low-income graduates to a higher standard of living.  

SUNY Old Westbury strategically allocates resources and develops support programs to help students thrive academically and foster a sense of belonging.

-- Timothy E. Sams, President 

Making college more affordable is a consistent goal for SUNY Old Westbury, as 45 percent of students are Pell Grant recipients.  

“Our university is committed to ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder talented students from pursuing a college education and achieving success after graduation,” said President Timothy E. Sams. “SUNY Old Westbury strategically allocates resources and develops support programs to help students thrive academically and foster a sense of belonging.”

In addition to being identified for fueling the social mobility of its graduates, SUNY Old Westbury was ranked the 37th Top Public Colleges among Regional Universities in the North and 101st overall among Top Regional Universities in the North.

“Our faculty and staff are dedicated to developing programs that encourage students to reach their full potential,” said Dr. Sams. “We are committed to creating a learning environment that values innovation and academic excellence, all while prioritizing affordability and the overall value we offer to students as they advance in their lives.” 

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