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¾¨Ó㴫ý is one of the pioneers in helping consumers find information about selecting the ideal college through its participation in the University and College Accountability Network (U-CAN).

The U-CAN Web site () is the first nationally coordinated effort by institutions themselves, private or public, to collect and report data and qualitative information directly to consumers. The project, coordinated by the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU), includes over 600 colleges and all content and design have been driven by consumer comments and field tests.

U-CAN features two-page profiles of institutions covering: admissions, enrollment, academics, student demographics, graduation rates, most common fields of study, transfer policies, accreditation, faculty information, class size, tuition and fees trends, price of attendance, financial aid, campus housing, student life, and campus safety. Links are also provided for additional information from campus Web sites.

All information at is free and NAICU does not accept advertising or sponsorships on the site. U-CAN information is derived from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS survey and the Common Data Set. The site was launched September 26.

"Trying to compare information and evaluate colleges can be confusing to prospective students and their families," said ¾¨Ó㴫ý President R. Thomas Williamson. "U-CAN offers data in a concise, user-friendly format that empowers families to make informed decisions about finding the college that is right for them. An informed consumer and a great college are a perfect match. ¾¨Ó㴫ý is very pleased to be among the first in the nation to participate in this worthwhile project."

Contact Tony Pals, NAICU public information director, at (202) 739-0474 or e-mail tony@naicu.edu or visit or for more information.