Trends & Insights
As the higher education landscape changes, Optimal seeks to provide data-driven studies on important topics across our sites. Our studies use proprietary research and in-depth analysis.

These 15 schools result in the lowest debt for students and have at least a 50% acceptance rate

Our survey shows younger generations are twice as likely to choose a college based on prestige than older generations.

We compared job openings, the number of job seekers, and advertised salaries by state to find the best options for relocating.

Earnings data shows religious schools and universities in Florida and California top the list of HSIs with the highest payoff.

The exodus of teachers that many thought the pandemic would trigger has yet to happen.

Data shows that HBCU grads can earn more than average for their field of study in these seven majors.

Amazon became the largest employer for recent bachelor's grads. Here's a look at the top degrees and most popular jobs for grads at Amazon.

We took a look at where 550,000+ recent college graduates worked one year after earning their degree to find out which companies offer the best chances at a job out of college.

Analysis of Jesuit colleges found that their average salary outcomes are stronger than national median salaries
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