Alternative revenues in higher education

Due to increasing costs and flat or decreasing tuition revenues, members are seeking any and all alternative revenue streams—and many have been successful.  While not every idea is suitable for every institution, there are a host of strategies for business leaders to explore. By leveraging existing assets, infrastructure, and creating funding strategies, institutions can generate nontraditional revenue and ensure long-term success. 

What are the best alternative revenue sources for universities?

To help you implement successful revenue diversification strategies, we have compiled 200+ innovative alternative revenue ideas across seven key categories:  

• New educational revenues 
• Academic entrepreneurship infrastructure  
• Branding, licensing, and affinity 
• Auxiliary services 
• Student fees  
• Campus operations 
• Facilities and real estate 

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