Improving the student accounts process sounds about as sexy as a root canal, which is part of why so many institutions have avoided upgrading processes that could earn thousands or even millions in lost revenue.

Just 49% of U.S. adults believe the economic benefits of a college degree outweigh tuition costs.

The scoring system by SmartAsset shows how well institutions are competing state by state and going up against the best in the nation.

The retiring Mike Martin and his strong team at FGCU have helped it become an international powerhouse.