About DegreeFactual
Our Mission
DegreeFactual was built to make one of the most consequential decisions easier: choosing what to study. We bring together comprehensive data on over 7,000 accredited U.S. colleges and the 6,000+ programs they offer, giving prospective students, families, and college counselors an objective foundation for comparing options and understanding outcomes.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Major Profiles
Detailed program data organized by CIP classification. Compare programs across colleges, view completion rates, degree levels offered, and enrollment trends for every field of study.
Full College Profiles
Every IPEDS-tracked institution with complete data: admissions selectivity, enrollment demographics, tuition and fees, financial aid, graduation rates, and employment outcomes.
Career Pathways
See exactly where each major leads. We connect programs to real career data including median salaries, 10-year job growth projections, and required skills using BLS and O*NET.
College Rankings
Data-driven rankings covering overall quality, value for money, student diversity, and program-specific excellence across dozens of fields of study.
Objective, Data-Driven Information
Our mission is to provide accurate, unbiased information to help you make informed decisions about your education. All data on our site comes from official government and authoritative sources:
IPEDS - Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Managed by the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IPEDS provides comprehensive data on colleges and universities including admissions statistics, enrollment figures, tuition and fees, graduation rates, financial aid information, and institutional characteristics.
NCES CIP - Classification of Instructional Programs
The NCES Classification of Instructional Programs provides a taxonomic scheme that supports accurate tracking and reporting of educational programs. We use CIP-to-SOC crosswalks to connect educational programs with career outcomes and occupational data.
BLS - Bureau of Labor Statistics
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics provides authoritative employment and wage data, including occupational employment statistics, wage projections, career outlooks, employment growth trends, and industry analysis to help you understand the job market for various careers.
O*NET - Occupational Information Network
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, O*NET provides detailed occupational information including skills, knowledge areas, abilities (KSA), work activities, technology skills, education requirements, interests (RIASEC codes), work values, and work styles for over 1,000 occupations.
While we may feature advertising partnerships with educational institutions, our editorial integrity is non-negotiable. All data and information presented on our site remains completely independent of any advertising relationships. Schools cannot influence our data presentation, rankings, or educational content. Our goal is to empower you with accurate, unbiased information to find the right educational path.
Who We Serve
Prospective Students
Discover which colleges offer the major you want, compare their costs and outcomes, and find the program that matches your career goals and budget.
Families & Parents
Get clear, objective data to support your student's decision. Understand the real costs, likely career outcomes, and what distinguishes one college's program from another.
College Counselors
Access a comprehensive, data-driven resource to guide students through major selection, connecting academic interests to career realities and institutional fit.
Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Maintaining the highest standards of data accuracy and integrity
- Presenting information in clear, accessible formats
- Regularly updating our data to reflect the latest available information
- Providing unbiased, fact-based insights without commercial influence
- Helping you navigate the complexities of college selection with confidence
Start Your Journey
Whether you're just starting to explore potential majors or ready to compare specific colleges and programs, DegreeFactual gives you the objective, government-sourced data you need to make an informed decision.