Аннотация:Analyzed is the concept of risk as an inevitable fact of our time. They researched conceptual approaches to risk of foreign and domestic scientistswho substantiate risk as a way of mastering reality, a condition, and stimulus of activity. The article presents an understanding of risk as a newopportunity, which is provided by competent use of information, an ability to make high-quality decisions in society of risk. The article attempts toshow some aspects of education not only through its involvement in the risk system, but also as product and risk generator. Attention is focused onthe fact that the concept of “educational risk” has not finally formed in science; most scientists research it through factors that affect processes andoutcomes of education. Educational risks exist in the sphere of interests and competences of the state, employers, and youth. The authors provide aclassification of educational risk and substantiate the relationship of risk groups. The authors propose specific measures for educational risk management, which require systemic multi-level solutions involving participation in risk management of risk groups. It is concluded that students areable to manage educational risk due to a set of knowledge, awareness of the labor market, and understanding of state policies related to education.Key words: opportunity, responsibility, risk, decision, educational risk, risk management, student youth, labor market, status.