Press Releases
Annual Persistence and Retention Report, Featuring Race and Ethnicity Data for the First Time, Reveals Wide Gaps
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center released today its annual Persistence and Retention Snapshot Report. The report, which includes race and ethnicity data for the first time, details wide gaps in first-year persistence and retention rates.
Undergraduate Enrollments Down 300,000 for Spring 2017
Spring postsecondary overall enrollments fell by more than 272,000 students compared to a year ago, led by a decline of more than 244,000 students over the age of 24 and many were enrolled in a four-year, for-profit institution or a two-year public college, according to the Spring 2017 Current Term Enrollment Estimates report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Research Center Releases Report by Race and Ethnicity Showing Large Gaps in College Completion Rates
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center today released a new report, Completing College: A National View of Student Attainment Rates by Race and Ethnicity – Fall 2010 Cohort. This report is the first use by the Research Center of a new nationally representative sample of students, enabling the national results released in December, 2016 to be disaggregated by race and ethnicity.
Tennessee High Schools and Higher Education Institutions Can Now Send Electronic Transcripts to Each Other
All Tennessee high schools are now eligible to send electronic transcript data of current or recent students among all 649 high schools, Tennessee’s higher education institutions, Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) for Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship eligibility, by joining the new Tennessee Electronic Transcript Exchange.
State-By-State College Completion Rates Released by National Student Clearinghouse Research Center
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center released today six‐year, student success outcomes and college completion rates by state, which covers more than 2.9 million students.
U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Jon Tester Urge VA to Support Student Veterans
U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jon Tester (D-MT) are urging the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to more strongly support our student veterans.
The Role of Community Colleges in Postsecondary Success
As many of you know firsthand, community colleges educate more than 12 million students each year preparing them for their pathways to success, whether in higher education or their professional careers. They also provide critical pathways to four-year institutions for students seeking to transfer. To help tell this story, we are releasing today a report titled, “The Role of Community Colleges in Postsecondary Success.”
National Student Clearinghouse Selects Randy Strother as Chief Enterprise Architect
The National Student Clearinghouse announced today Randy Strother as Chief Enterprise Architect, a newly created position and senior member of the Information Technology leadership team, reporting directly to Vice President & Chief Information Officer Doug Falk.
Undergraduate Enrollments Down 310,000 for Fall 2016; Graduate and Professional Enrollments Up 40,000
NY, Illinois, and Michigan Lead Enrollment Declines; New Hampshire, Utah and Florida See Greatest Increases HERNDON, VA (Dec. 19, 2016) – Fall postsecondary overall enrollments fell by more than 270,000 students, which mostly consisted of more than 256,000 students...
Fall 2010 Cohort Outcomes: Decline in College Completion Rates Reverse and Lead to Upward Trajectory for Great Recession Cohorts
According to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s Signature Report, Completing College: A National View of Student Attainment Rates – Fall 2010 Cohort, recent declines in the overall national six-year completion rates have reversed and are now on an upward trajectory.
2016 High School Benchmarks Report Released
Forty-five percent of students graduating in the class of 2009 from higher-income high schools completed a college degree by 2015, compared to 24 percent of students from low-income schools, according to the fourth annual, The High School Benchmarks Report: National College Progression Rates.
The New Reality for College Students: Earning a Bachelor’s Degree Takes 5 to 6 Years and Students Attend Multiple Institutions
Today’s college student earns his or her bachelor’s degree in five to six years, according to a new nationwide report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Percentage of Students with Bachelor’s Degrees Enrolling in Two-Year Institutions Reaches a New Low
The percentage of students enrolling in community colleges or other two-year institutions, after earning bachelor’s degrees, is at its lowest point in 14 years, according to a new National Student Clearinghouse® Research Center report™, “Two-Year Enrollment after Bachelor’s Degree.”
National Student Clearinghouse Partners with the Federation of State Medical Boards for Secure Electronic Delivery of Physician Transcripts
Physicians and physician assistants now have a timelier, easier, and more secure way to deliver transcripts directly to the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB).
National Student Clearinghouse Names Bridget Sedlock as Managing Director, Corporate Services
The National Student Clearinghouse, the nation’s trusted source for education verification and student outcomes research, announced today Bridget Sedlock of Clifton, Virginia as Managing Director, Corporate Services.
College Students and Parents: Take Advantage of Student Discounts
Now more than ever, students and parents want money-saving opportunities from companies offering student discounts. Students can instantly confirm their eligibility with help from their college and the National Student Clearinghouse, enabling them to instantly qualify for discounts on auto insurance, laptops or other devices, apartment leases, and more.
State Data on Certificates & Associate Degrees Leading to a Higher Degree Released
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center today released the Certificate/Associate Pathways Snapshot Report for all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on degrees awarded in 2009-10 that led to an associate or bachelor’s degree.
National Student Clearinghouse Recognized for Exemplary Workplace Practices – Receives Prestigious When Work Works Award
The National Student Clearinghouse has been honored with a 2016 When Work Works Award for its use of effective workplace strategies to increase business and employee success.
241,000 Fewer College Students over Age 24 Enrolled; Under Age 24 Enrollments Remain Steady
Spring postsecondary enrollments for students over the age of 24 fell by more than 241,000 while enrollments for the 24 and under age category declined by just 7,800, according to the Spring Current Term Enrollment Estimates from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
National Student Clearinghouse’s StudentTracker for High Schools Earns iKeepSafe California Badge
iKeepSafe announced that it will be awarding the California Privacy Badge to StudentTracker for High Schools, a National Student Clearinghouse product. StudentTracker helps high schools and districts gauge the success their graduates have in college, focusing on enrollment, persistence, and completion.
National Student Clearinghouse Names Larry Hatch, Vice President of Industry and Workforce Services
The National Student Clearinghouse announced today Larry Hatch as their Vice President of Industry and Workforce Services.
National Student Clearinghouse Appoints Dave Pelham, Managing Director, Foundation Relations; and Michelle Blackwell, National Manager, Reverse Transfer Initiatives
The National Student Clearinghouse announced today Dr. W. David Pelham as Managing Director, Foundation Relations, and Michelle Blackwell as National Manager, Reverse Transfer Initiatives.
National Student Clearinghouse Releases Higher Education One-Year Mobility Data for All 50 States and DC
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center today released the Postsecondary Student One-Year Mobility Snapshot Report for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
National Student Clearinghouse Names Jonell Sanchez as Vice President of Education Services
The National Student Clearinghouse announced today Jonell Sanchez as Vice President of Education Services, a newly created position.
Colleges Producing More Graduates with Prior Degrees and Fewer First-Time Grads
According to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s annual Undergraduate Degree Earner’s Report, the number of graduates with prior awards grew by 12.4 percent from the 2011-12 to 2014-15 academic year, while the number of first-time graduates – students earning their first undergraduate degree – fell 2.6 percent.
Follow Us
