95%
OF VAUGHN GRADUATES
71% in their field—are employed or continue their education within one year*
At Vaughn College, return on investment means more than earning a degree. It means graduating with the skills, experience and industry connections to pursue strong career opportunities in high-demand fields—supported by financial aid, career services and a college experience built around outcomes.
What is College ROI?
College ROI (return on investment) measures what you gain from your education relative to its cost—in earnings, career outcomes and opportunity. At Vaughn College, ROI shows up in graduate employment rates, salaries and upward mobility rankings that place Vaughn among the best-performing colleges in New York City and the nation.
#1 in Top Performers on Social Mobility
#1
RANKED #1 In upward mobility nationwide
Moving students from the bottom 40% to the top 40% in income**
Higher access, higher earnings
Classified as Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education¶
86%
MORE THAN 86%
of students receive financial aid
The Vaughn Guarantee
The Vaughn Guarantee reflects the College’s commitment to student success. Eligible full-time students who are not employed within one year of graduating and still conducting an active job search may qualify for reimbursement of a year’s worth of federal Direct student loan payments. Not many schools are willing to put that in writing. Vaughn is. Learn more.‡
4%
RANKED IN TOP 4%
Of colleges with highest ROI for students from under-resourced communities***
Why Students Choose Vaughn
Students choose Vaughn because they want more than a classroom education. They want strong academic programs, career opportunities, employer access and a path to industries that continue to grow.
Career-Focused Programs
Vaughn offers degree programs in engineering, technology, management and aviation that align with real workforce needs. Current students say academic offerings, location and career opportunities are among the biggest reasons for having chosen Vaughn.
Industry-Connected Learning
Students build experience through labs, simulators, internships, competitions, conferences, clubs and employer engagement. Vaughn’s program integrates real-world exposure at every stage of the student journey.
Outcomes That Matter
Vaughn graduates land careers at organizations that matter. Alumni have gone on to work for NASA, SpaceX, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the Federal Aviation Administration and Lockheed Martin, among other companies.
The Network You Build Here Lasts a Lifetime
A Vaughn education creates value beyond the classroom. Through the support of professors, alumni, career services and the Vaughn Student Experience Fund, students expand their networks and gain professional exposure through clubs, conferences, competitions, employer events and student chapters of industry organizations. The fund makes it possible for students to travel to conferences, attend industry events and take part in experiences that would otherwise be out of reach. These opportunities help students build confidence, strengthen their résumés and form connections that can lead to internships and careers.
Career Services
Students engage with industry speakers, employers and professionals through events that bring career pathways into focus.
Competitions and Clubs
Student organizations and hands-on competitions help students practice leadership, teamwork and technical problem-solving. Vaughn’s clubs include Robotics Club, Women in Aviation International, the National Society of Black Engineers and the Hispanic Society of Professional Engineers, among others.
Industry Networking
Professional society student chapters and employer partnerships give students direct access to industry contacts, mentors and career opportunities.
Connected to Employers That Do More Than Hire
Vaughn’s employer network supports students through more than job opportunities. Partners contribute to internships, pathway programs, mentoring, speaking events and more across aviation, engineering, technology and management.
Boeing
Delta Air Lines
The FAA
NASA
Lockheed Martin
SpaceX
United Airlines
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
JetBlue
Atlas Air and more
Boeing
Delta Air Lines
The FAA
NASA
Lockheed Martin
SpaceX
United Airlines
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
JetBlue
Atlas Air and more
Partnerships
JetBlue Pilot Gateway Program, Atlas Air University Pipeline Program, Delta Tech Ops
Here’s Where a Vaughn Education Can Take You
ROI and Outcomes FAQs
For many students, value comes from a combination of career outcomes, financial aid, hands-on learning, employer access and upward mobility. Vaughn has strong graduate outcomes, broad financial aid support and national recognition for upward mobility and ROI.
Yes. More than 86% of Vaughn students receive financial aid. The college provides support through scholarships, grants, loans and related programs.
The Vaughn Guarantee states that eligible full-time students who are not employed within one year of graduation while conducting an active job search may qualify for reimbursement of a year’s worth of federal Direct student loan payments.
According to Vaughn’s student research, the leading reasons include academic offerings, location, industry network, career opportunities, scholarships, small class sizes, academic reputation and the open house experience.
Vaughn graduates have worked at many organizations that include NASA, JetBlue, SpaceX, Delta Air Lines, Lockheed Martin, the FAA and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, among others. Vaughn has relationships with a large network of employers across the country, and right outside the door in New York City.
Yes. Vaughn provides career services, employer engagement opportunities and on-campus recruitment such as career fairs, employer site visits, opportunities to travel to conferences and national events for networking, internship support, resume coaching and interview preparation and more as part of the student experience.
Students can build connections through conferences, events, clubs, competitions, site visits, professional organization student chapters and employer partnerships. The Student Experience Fund provides financial support for students to attend these events.
Rise Above With a Degree Built for Success
A Vaughn education is designed to create value at every stage of the student journey—from the day you enroll to the day you launch your career. Strong programs, real employer connections, hands-on learning and outcomes that rank among the best in the country. This is what a degree that pays off looks like.