Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using PlainCollege ("the Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site.

Data Accuracy Disclaimer

PlainCollege presents data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and other government sources. While we make every effort to present this data accurately, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information displayed on the Site.

Data may contain errors, omissions, or be outdated. Government datasets are updated periodically, and there may be a lag between updates and when new data appears on PlainCollege. Always verify critical information directly with the institution or official government sources before making educational, financial, or career decisions.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use PlainCollege for lawful purposes only. You may not:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, its servers, or any connected systems
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access the Site in a manner that degrades performance for other users
• Redistribute, sell, or commercially exploit the Site's content without permission
• Misrepresent the Site or its data as an official government resource

Intellectual Property

The design, layout, and original content of PlainCollege (including text, graphics, logos, and code) are the property of PlainCollege and are protected by intellectual property laws.

The underlying data displayed on PlainCollege is sourced from U.S. government datasets, which are generally in the public domain. Our presentation, organization, and analysis of that data is original work.

Not Professional Advice

PlainCollege provides data for informational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes professional educational, financial, legal, or career advice. We are not affiliated with any college, university, or the U.S. Department of Education.

Consult qualified professionals and official sources before making decisions about college enrollment, financial aid, student loans, or career paths.

Limitation of Liability

PlainCollege and its operators shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site. This includes damages resulting from reliance on any data or information obtained through the Site.

The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

External Links

PlainCollege may contain links to external websites, including college and university websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites. Following external links is at your own risk.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of PlainCollege after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of PlainCollege shall be resolved through appropriate legal channels.