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Creating & Formatting Data Files

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Learn how to create, format, and populate data files so they can be processed by the PDP.

Creating a Data File

Formatting a Data File

Formatting the Header Record

Formatting the Trailer Record

Formatting the Column Header Record

Formatting the Cohort File Detail Records

Formatting the Course File Detail Records

Formatting the Financial Aid File Detail Records

Sample Data Files

Data File Templates

Formatting the Detail Records

Help Topics

  • Data Files
    • Creating & Formatting Data Files
    • Submitting Data
    • Updating Data
  • Working with Dashboards
  • Using the Analysis-Ready Files
  • Resources

Useful Links

  • - PDP Website
  • - PDP Service Updates
  • - PDP Tutorials
  • - Get Help

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