Will My College Survive?
Check your college's financial health with our 13-factor risk assessment system
About This Tool
This tool analyzes the financial health of U.S. colleges and universities using 13 risk factors identified through academic research and data analysis. Our methodology is based on studies of institutional closures and financial distress indicators.
Data Sources
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - U.S. Department of Education (2012-2023)
- U.S. News & World Report Rankings - National University Rankings (2024)
Methodology
Risk factors are derived from analysis of institutional closure patterns and financial distress indicators identified in higher education research. The 13-factor model evaluates financial stability, enrollment trends, revenue dependencies, and institutional characteristics.
Risk Factor Distribution
Analysis of 9,041 U.S. colleges and universities:
| Risk Factors | Schools | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 0 risk factors | 4,902 | 54.2% |
| 1 risk factors | 537 | 5.9% |
| 2 risk factors | 582 | 6.4% |
| 3 risk factors | 1,276 | 14.1% |
| 4 risk factors | 952 | 10.5% |
| 5 risk factors | 628 | 6.9% |
| 6 risk factors | 108 | 1.2% |
| 7 risk factors | 50 | 0.6% |
| 8 risk factors | 5 | 0.1% |
| 9 risk factors | 1 | 0.0% |
| 10 risk factors | 0 | 0.0% |
| 11 risk factors | 0 | 0.0% |
| 12 risk factors | 0 | 0.0% |
| 13 risk factors | 0 | 0.0% |
Risk Level Guide
🟢
0-1 Risk Factors
Low Risk
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2-3 Risk Factors
Moderate Risk
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4+ Risk Factors
High Risk