91³Ô¹Ï’s financial rating of A1 was recently , a credit rating agency responsible for setting the market standard for bond evaluations. 91³Ô¹Ï’ rating of A1 is one of the highest issued by Moody’s and indicates that the College has stable financial backing and ample cash reserves.
“In a nutshell, Moody’s sentiments are a reflection of 91³Ô¹Ï’ reputation, endowment, ability to attract students, and financial strength,” said Dean Calvo, 91³Ô¹Ï’ vice president and business affairs/treasurer.
Further affirming the school’s financial stability, , while the —its highest possible Financial Responsibility Score.
Moody’s rating is further explained in its 2017 opinion, noting “91³Ô¹Ï’ strong wealth providing operating flexibility and good coverage of debt and operations as well as the College’s excellent reputation and strong student demand as a nationally known women’s liberal arts college.” The opinion also highlights the College’s “very good strategic positioning as a member of the Claremont University Consortium (Aa3 Stable) and consistently solid cash flow fueling regular strategic and capital investment.”