Proof of Usefulness Report

College Raptor

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+628
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

College Raptor is a highly established, high-utility platform acquired by Citizens Financial Group in 2022, validating its immense traction and value. While the underlying project demonstrates exceptional real-world utility (35M+ users, significant acquisition), the submission itself was of extremely low quality, providing vague claims ('everyone', 'most people') and lacking specific evidence. The score reflects the proven high value of the asset, significantly penalized by the lack of effort and detail in the submission form.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+144
Technical Innovation+112
Evidence Of Traction+150
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+5
Subtotal+739
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+628

Project Details

Project URL
collegeraptor.com
Description
College Raptor, accessible via collegeraptor.com, is an innovative platform that helps students and families make informed decisions about college selection and financial planning. The company provides tools and resources to compare colleges based on various criteria such as academic offerings, campus life, and financial aid options. By offering personalized college matches and cost estimates, College Raptor aims to simplify the college search process and empower students to find the best fit for their educational and financial needs.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Software Development, Research, Educational Institutions
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline