Bond-Rating Update

The following institutions had their bond ratings upgraded during January 2008. Ratings, which reflect the relative financial strength of institutions, help determine their cost of borrowing.

Upgrades
  • Illinois State University, by Standard & Poor's, from A to A+. Applies to $52-million in new bonds. Reasons cited include increasing applications, "consistently strong financial performance, and gradual

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