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October Schedule of Live Webinars
Check out the live webinars available from the Clearinghouse Academy in October 2026.
Poverty Level Remains Driving Factor in Postsecondary Outcomes
The 2026 High School Benchmarks report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows high school poverty level remains a key factor in postsecondary outcomes. Immediate college enrollment stayed largely steady, while persistence improved—especially among graduates from high-poverty high schools. However, significant gaps persist in enrollment, persistence, completion, and STEM degree attainment between high- and low-poverty schools.
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Changing Trends Among Part-Time Students in Higher Education
National Student Clearinghouse Research Center data shows part-time undergraduate enrollment reached 5.7 million students in Fall 2025, while students who start college part-time are seeing decade-long highs in persistence and retention. Although recent gains were seen across institution types, part-time students still complete credentials at much lower rates than full-time students, making future completion trends important to watch.
Admit and Enroll New Students Faster with Third-Party Ordering for Admissions
Rather than wait for students to order their own transcripts, admissions offices can request them on their behalf with Third-Party Ordering for Admissions. The result is a smoother admissions workflow that eases the burden on students’ shoulders and gives staff more time to support them.
September Schedule of Live Webinars
Check out the live webinars available from the Clearinghouse Academy in September 2026.
Back to School, Backed by Data
The National Student Clearinghouse is proud to provide secondary school leaders with data and services that can help them prepare students for success beyond high school.
Computer Science Enrollment Is Cooling
Computer science enrollment is declining across major institutional sectors despite continued growth in overall undergraduate enrollment, according to National Student Clearinghouse data. The trend began in fall 2025 and continued into spring 2026, with nearly every major computer science specialization seeing decreases. Persistence rates also lag among top majors, suggesting shifting student demand and program choices.
August Schedule of Live Webinars
Check out the live webinars available from the Clearinghouse Academy in August 2026.
Leveraging PDP Data for Student Success
In two recent webinars, Postsecondary Data Partnership users from Elgin Community College and Metropolitan State University of Denver shared how they gain insights from the data and then make informed decisions that benefit their learners.
What Senior Surveys Miss About Student’s Postsecondary Pathways
Senior surveys can leave high schools and districts guessing about their graduates’ actual postsecondary outcomes. StudentTracker helps replace self-reported intentions with verified enrollment and completion data. High schools and districts get both a clearer view of what students actually do after graduation and the insights needed to strengthen college readiness efforts.
Undergraduate Enrollment in Health Professions Continues Multi-Year Growth in Spring 2026
Health Professions’ enrollment grew for the third consecutive year in spring 2026, topping two million undergraduate students nationwide, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center’s Final Spring Enrollment Trends. Gains were seen across four-year, two-year, and PAB institutions, with nursing remaining the largest area of study.
New Persistence and Retention Report Reveals Decade-High Rates Among Black, Hispanic, and Part-Time Students
The new Persistence and Retention Report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows that nearly 86% of students who started college in fall 2024 returned for their second semester, with over 77% returning in fall 2025. The report revealed decade-high persistence and retention rates among Black, Hispanic, Native American, and part-time students.
July Schedule of Live Webinars
Check out the live webinars available from the Clearinghouse Academy in July 2026
Make the Right Moves: Your Guide to FVT/GE Reporting
The final Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment (FVT/GE) reporting period begins July 1st, and the National Student Clearinghouse has resources to support you throughout the process.