Using the Dashboards

Dashboard Metrics Watch the video below to learn about the metrics used in the PDP dashboards. Early Momentum Resources Adelman, C. (2006). The toolbox revisited: Paths to degree completion from high school through college. Washington, DC: Department of Education. Attewell, Heil & Reisel. (2012). What is academic momentum? And does […]

Key Performance Indicator Reports and Critical Data Elements

The PDP relies on a combination of elements from each institution’s cohort and course files to populate Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Reports. Participating institutions submit data twice per year and complete a one-time questionnaire to help tailor their reports. The Clearinghouse collects additional data through our EnrollmentVerify and DegreeVerify services. […]

Filters and Dimensions

General Filters Filter Name Definition Cohort Cohort by academic year. Cohort Term Term in which the student first enrolled in at least one course. Options: Fall Winter Spring Summer Credential Type Sought Credential the student is seeking in the first term of their first academic year. Options: Certificate seeking Associate […]

Transfer Dashboard

This dashboard provides a view of transfer student rates and other outcomes for students, such as credentials earned before or after transfer by cohort year. Watch the video below to learn more about the Transfer Dashboard. How It Works The dashboard includes information on transfer students who earned a certificate, […]

Time to Credential and Credentials Conferred Dashboard

This dashboard provides a count of an average time to completion for credentials awarded by your institution. Watch the video below to learn more about the Time to Credential and Credentials Conferred Dashboard. How It Works This dashboard displays the full range of undergraduate credential levels offered by your institution […]

Retention/Persistence Term-to-Term Dashboard

This dashboard provides a view of retention and persistence rates for students who attended your institution as first-time or transfer-in students over time, giving you a term-to-term view of six consecutive student cohorts within their first two academic years. Watch the video below to learn more about the Retention/Persistence Term-to-Term […]

Retention and Persistence Dashboard

This dashboard displays the first to second year retention and persistence rates for six consecutive student cohorts who attended your institution as first-time or transfer-in students. Watch the video below to learn more about the Retention and Persistence Dashboard. How It Works Retention = How many students are still enrolled […]

Analysis-Ready File Templates

You can use the following templates as guides to help you review your analysis-ready (AR) file. The templates are in Microsoft Excel format. Click an icon to download the file. Course AR File Template Cohort AR File Template Financial Aid AR File Template