611310 — Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in furnishing academic courses and granting degrees at baccalaureate or graduate levels. The requirement for admission is at least a high school diploma or equivalent general academic training. Instruction may be provided in diverse settings, such as the establishment's or client's training facilities, educational institutions, the workplace, or the home, and through diverse means, such as correspondence, television, the Internet, or other electronic and distance-learning methods. The training provided by these establishments may include the use of simulators and simulation methods.
Illustrative Examples
- Colleges (except junior colleges)
- Theological seminaries offering baccalaureate or graduate degrees
- Military academies, college-level
- Universities
- Professional schools (e.g., business administration, dental, law, medical)
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 611310 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 611000 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 61 → 611 → 6113 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 8221 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (via SIC1987:8221→NAICS1997:61131→2002:611310→2007:611310→2012:611310→2017:611310→2022:611310)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 611310:
- Sector 61 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Educational Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 611310 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 611310 is 'Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 61 (Educational Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 611310?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 611310 is $34,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 611310?
NAICS code 611310 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 8221 - Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools.