social mobility

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The college entry exam, known locally as the "Suneung", is essential for admission to top universities and widely regarded as a gateway to social mobility, economic security and even a good marriage.

From Barron's • Nov. 13, 2025

Poverty and hunger are forms of structural violence that stunt lives, limit upward social mobility and raise the odds that a hungry child will one day end up in prison.

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2025

See our full overall ranking and explore other rankings focused on student experiences, salary impact, social mobility and best value.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 29, 2025

“It’s really about building a complete social mobility ecosystem,” says Ken Craft, CEO of Hope the Mission.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2025

The original exemplar of American social mobility was almost certainly Benjamin Franklin, one of seventeen children of a candle maker.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times