College rankings have become a powerful influence in higher education. While the determinants of educational quality are not clearly defined, college rankings designate an institution's standing in a numerical order based on quantifiable measurements that focus primarily on institutional resources. Previous research has identified the…

The forces behind Stanford University's cost and price increases are outlined, and the problematic 2 percent difference between income and expenditures that must be resolved each year is discussed. (MSE)

This report provides data on the 1999-2000 cost allocation schedules of Wisconsin's technical colleges. Cost allocation information is used to calculate the distribution of state aid to the colleges and prepare financial and enrollment reports, including state statistical summaries and reports on the financing of Wisconsin's technical colleges.…

From 1989 to 1995 the market value of private colleges' endowments grew sharply. This study offers a perspective on the recent use of endowments to support current operations. Comparisons are drawn between actual and optimal endowment spending rates, noting that recent increases in stock and bond markets appear to have brought actual spending…

A survey of financial factors involved in presenting continuing education programs in optometry and keeping such programs in operation is reported. Factors such as status of self-support, salaries and gross income, tuition, other operating costs, instructor pay, and administrative overhead are included. (MSE)

Revenues of doctoral, comprehensive, general baccalaureate, and two-year private and public institutions are outlined by source (tuition and fees, appropriations, grants and contracts, private support, endowments, and others); expenditures are tabulated by function (instruction, research, public service, libraries, academic support, student…

Financial planning and management responsibilities of college governing boards are examined. External factors and the institution's condition and direction of movement are addressed, along with policies concerning financial resources (e.g., tuition, financial aid, investments, and educational and auxiliary sales and services). Also considered are:…

A survey conducted by the Higher Education Panel sought trends in various items of information about the financial condition of colleges and universities. A stratified sample of 760 insitutions was used, excluding major research universities. Information was requested on basic finance data, dormitory occupancy rates, occurrence of institutional…

A study of the relationship between the operating costs of statewide boards for higher education and the administrative costs of institutions of higher education in 50 states is described. The analysis focuses on 61 statewide boards for higher education and 1,472 public institutions. The research design involves controlling for such variables as…

The budget decision making process at Stanford University, California, from 1970 through 1979 was evaluated in relation to the allocation of general funds to 38 academic departments. Using Simon's theory of bounded rationality and an organizational level of analysis, the Stanford decision process was tested for its rationality through…

The development of a cost allocation model at Ohio State University is discussed. The model was designed to measure the direct, indirect, and total operating costs of university operations and to recover general fund overhead costs associated with unrestricted general fund support of auxiliary enterprises and revenue-generating activities. The…

A comparative budget analysis approach employed by British universities is discussed. The British funding system analyzes in detail unit costs and marginal costs and undertakes comparative assessments of expenditure patterns and priorities for a group of 95 institutions with similar objectives, in which each has autonomy in resource allocation.…

The financial health of private higher education in Indiana during 1968-1973 was assessed as part of a larger comprehensive study. In the report, attention is directed to enrollment trends, current fund revenues and expenditures, instructional expenditures, libraries, college administration, operations and maintenance, and balance sheets. Between…

Budget formulas used by states for state-supported colleges and universities are described, along with budgeting guidelines. A comparative analysis of the budget formulas in use in 1979-1980 reveals the similarities and differences in design among 19 states. Functional areas of expenditure used in the formula calculation are also compared for each…

Average institutional expenditure and revenue data include academic, academic support, support services, and financial aid expenditures and income from tuition and fees, appropriations, gifts, grants, and contracts for institutions with varying enrollment sizes. (MSE)