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American Universities and Colleges Data
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About
This dataset contains details of higher education institutions across the United States of America. It includes information on both public and private universities. Originally compiled for cybersecurity research on American higher education websites, the dataset is now publicly available to support open science principles. It provides a valuable resource for understanding the landscape of US higher education.
Columns
- Id: A distinct identifier assigned to each educational institution within the dataset.
- Region: The specific federal state where the institution is situated.
- Name: The full, official name of the higher education institution.
- Category: Indicates whether the institution operates as a public or a private entity.
- Url: The official website address for the respective institution.
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided in a CSV format, with a file size of approximately 143.68 kB. It contains records for 1,978 higher education institutions, structured across 5 distinct columns. Specific numbers for rows/records are available and reflected in the institution count.
Usage
This data is ideal for various applications, including academic research, particularly in the field of cybersecurity. It can be utilised for analysing trends in US higher education, developing tools that require institutional information, and promoting the general advancement of research and knowledge sharing.
Coverage
The dataset covers higher education institutions exclusively within the United States of America. The data was gathered on 2nd February 2023. It encompasses a wide range of institutions, including public and private entities, as well as degree-granting institutions offering bachelor's or higher, two-year programmes, and less than two-year programmes. The institutions included have an active, new, or restored status.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Researchers and academics can utilise this dataset for their studies, especially those focusing on cybersecurity or the educational sector. Analysts will find it useful for statistical analysis and trend identification. Developers can integrate this data into applications requiring a directory of US universities. Given its public domain license, it can be used by anyone for any purpose.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- USA Higher Education Institutions 2023
- American Universities and Colleges Data
- US Higher Ed Directory
- United States Postsecondary Institutions
- National Education Institutions List
Attributes
Original Data Source: American Universities and Colleges Data
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