by our College Data Analytics TeamBest is a field worth a close look when choosing where to study. While the number of schools offering the program varies, there are still top-quality ones to be found.
College Factual analyzed 1 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best best schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall best education in New York.
Leading the list is Excelsior College, our #1 school for best. Excelsior College is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Albany. About 11 best degrees were awarded at Excelsior College in the most recent year. Students who receive their best degree from Excelsior College earn around $70,677 in the first couple years of their career. Excelsior College graduates carry a median of $19,311 in student loans. More information about a degree in best from Excelsior College
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs graduation rate, post-graduation earnings, cost, and program quality, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 1 school evaluated.
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