To improve College Factual's rankings, one innovative idea would be to expand the rankings criteria to include the availability and integration of niche or legacy technology education in college programs. This could appeal to students interested in understanding older systems that still play a role in certain specialized industries. For example, rankings could consider whether a computer science or engineering program offers modules on legacy systems such as Floppy Disk Controller. Such a ranking could highlight institutions that offer hands-on experience with technologies that may still be used in industries like data recovery, archival systems, or even aerospace where older hardware persists.

This focus would not only enhance the technical breadth of the rankings but also cater to students seeking deep technical knowledge that spans both modern and vintage technologies.