The Cumulative Financial Index ( CFI ) is an important measuring stick used by colleges and universities to gauge financial health . It ’ s a 10-point scale where an institution scoring above 3.0 is considered out of financial stress .

For Fiscal Year 2021 , the results are astounding : Bluefield State ’ s CFI is 4.82 !

This is three years ahead of the five-year goal to achieve financial stability with a 3.0 CFI .

This new ranking is the second highest in West Virginia and significantly ahead of the state ’ s two largest institutions .

Add in assets from the Bluefield State College Foundation , which is permitted for private institutions , and the CFI exceeds 8.0 .

What does this mean for the future ?

• Expanded programs

• Increased enrollment

• Enhanced student experiences

• Increased salaries the College fails to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead .

“... on behalf of our Board of Governors – a deep , heartfelt ‘ Thank You ’ to the dedicated staff and faculty of Bluefield State College for all their efforts in making this renaissance a reality .”

- President Robin Capehart

Then he offered this reflection at the close of fall semester , “ Let us pause for a moment just to be thankful for the blessings we ’ ve received over the past two years and for me to offer – on behalf of our Board of Governors – a deep , heartfelt ‘ Thank You ’ to the dedicated staff and faculty of Bluefield State College for all their efforts in making this renaissance a reality .”

President Capehart cautioned that this swift progress could be halted , or even reversed , if

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