Frequently asked questions and user guides
Welcome to FYF! Here's how to get started:
Each metric provides insight into different aspects of college performance:
All indices are normalized scores where higher values are better. A "—" indicates data is not available for that metric.
Data is updated quarterly as new information becomes available from our data sources.
Missing data points are displayed as "—". When multiple metrics are missing, we may use statistical imputation, which is clearly marked on institution pages.
Use the search box on the home page or rankings page. You can search by institution name or filter by state abbreviation.
OPEID (Office of Postsecondary Education ID) is a unique identifier for each institution. You can find it in the URL when viewing an institution's profile page.
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