1. About College Factual

“Empowering students with data-driven insights to make informed decisions about their educational future.”

1.1 Our Platform

What is College Factual?

College Factual is a comprehensive data analytics platform that helps students:

• Find their best-fit college
• Access detailed school profiles
• Compare institutions effectively
• Receive personalized recommendations
• Make informed decisions about their education

How do you collect your data?

We aggregate data from authoritative sources:

• U.S. Department of Education (NCES)
• College Scorecard
• IPEDS
• Direct institutional partnerships
• Verified alumni networks

How often is your data updated?

• Annual comprehensive updates
• Quarterly metric reviews
• Real-time institutional changes
• Continuous accuracy verification

2. College Rankings

2.1 Methodology

How do you determine rankings?

Our data-driven approach considers:

1. Academic Excellence

   • Faculty resources
   • Student outcomes
   • Academic rigor

2. Value Metrics

   • Return on investment
   • Graduate earnings
   • Cost efficiency

3. Student Success

   • Retention rates
   • Graduation rates
   • Career outcomes

4. Campus Environment

   • Diversity metrics
   • Student satisfaction
   • Support services

Why trust our rankings?

“Our commitment to transparency and data-driven analysis ensures unbiased, objective rankings that truly serve students' needs.”

Our rankings are:

• Mathematically objective
• Methodology-transparent
• Regularly updated
• Source-verified
• Outcome-focused

3. Using Our Services

3.1 Basic Features

Is College Factual free?

We offer:

• Free basic features
• Premium insights
• Advanced analytics
• Personalized recommendations

How do I create a college list?

Follow these steps:

1. Use our search tool
2. Save preferred schools
3. Get matched recommendations
4. Compare institutions

3.2 Comparison Tools

Can I compare colleges?

Our comparison features include:

• Multi-school analysis (up to 4)
• Statistical comparisons
• Cost breakdowns
• Outcome metrics
• Side-by-side evaluation

4. Technical Support

4.1 Platform Compatibility

Supported Browsers

We optimize for all modern browsers:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge
• Opera

4.2 Account Management

Password Reset Process

1. Click “Forgot Password”
2. Enter email address
3. Check email for instructions
4. Create new password
5. Confirm changes

Profile Updates

To modify your profile:

1. Log in
2. Access profile settings
3. Make desired changes
4. Save updates
5. Verify changes

5. Additional Support

5.1 Help Resources

Need more assistance?

• Visit our Help Center
• Contact Support Team
• Email: support@collegefactual.com

5.2 Direct Support

“Our dedicated support team is here to help you navigate your college decision journey with confidence.”

For personalized assistance:

• Submit a support ticket
• Schedule a consultation
• Join our webinars
• Access our resource library