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Benchmarking with IPEDS Data

New to benchmarking? This three-hour workshop introduces core concepts using IPEDS surveys, Data Feedback Reports, and NCES tools. Learn how to build peer groups, define key performance indicators, and compare your institution meaningfully and effectively.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 3 Hrs • $0/$0

Beyond Compliance

Make the most of IPEDS data to explore student and institutional success. This workshop focuses on key surveys—Completions, Graduation Rates, 200% Graduation Rates, Fall Enrollment, and Outcome Measures—and helps you interpret outcomes and apply insights across your campus.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Comparing PDP and IPEDS Metrics

Explore the differences and complementarities between PDP and IPEDS metrics to better understand and report on student success.

Beginner • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Demystifying the HR Survey

This free, AIR-funded workshop helps IR and HR professionals confidently complete the IPEDS Human Resources survey. Learn how to prepare consistent data, classify employees accurately using SOC codes, coordinate with stakeholders, and use results beyond compliance. Hands-on exercises reinforce key concepts and support benchmarking with common employee metrics.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Illuminating the Finance Survey

This free, AIR-funded workshop offers step-by-step guidance on completing the IPEDS Student Financial Aid (SFA) and new Cost Survey (CST). Learn how to manage and extract financial aid data, create frozen files, and meet evolving reporting requirements. The session also covers best practices for accurate CST submission and how to use financial aid data for internal reporting and external benchmarking.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Leveraging Postsecondary Data Partnership Dashboards for Effective Benchmarking

Learn how to navigate, interpret, and leverage PDP Analysis-Ready files to deepen institutional research and strengthen student success strategies.

Beginner • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Managing IPEDS Spring Collection

This free, AIR-funded workshop walks participants through the IPEDS Spring Collection, focusing on the Fall Enrollment, Finance, and Human Resources surveys. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of reporting requirements, learn practical strategies for accurate and efficient submission, and leave equipped to manage their spring reporting with confidence.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Tackling the IPEDS Fall Collection

This free, AIR-funded workshop guides participants through the IPEDS Fall Collection, with a focus on the Cost of Attendance, Completions, and 12-Month Enrollment surveys. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of reporting steps, receive practical tips for efficient submission, and walk away with tools to confidently manage their fall reporting responsibilities.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Understanding the PDP Analysis-Ready Files

Learn how to navigate, interpret, and leverage PDP Analysis-Ready files to deepen institutional research and strengthen student success strategies.

Beginner • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Understanding the Postsecondary Data Partnership Institution-Level Dashboards

Learn how to navigate PDP dashboards to identify student success metrics, performance gaps, and opportunities for institutional improvement.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Unlocking the SFA Survey

This free, AIR-funded workshop provides foundational training on completing the IPEDS Student Financial Aid (SFA) Survey and the new Cost Survey (CST). Participants will learn to manage financial aid data, create frozen files, and navigate evolving reporting requirements. The session covers key concepts, accurate data submission, and best practices for CST reporting—along with strategies for using these data in internal analysis and external benchmarking.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 3 Hrs • $0/$0

Unpacking the IPEDS Winter Collection

This free, AIR-funded workshop covers the IPEDS Winter Collection, including the Student Financial Aid, Cost of Attendance (Part II), Graduation Rates, 200% Graduation Rates, Admissions, and Outcome Measures surveys. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance, practical tips for efficient submission, and the tools to confidently manage their winter reporting duties.

All Levels • Live Online Workshop • 2 Hrs • $0/$0

Using the PDP for Student Retention: Who Am I Losing and When Are They Leaving?

Learn to use PDP dashboards to identify retention patterns across all student populations—not just first-time, full-time freshmen.

Intermediate • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Using the PDP to Support a Student-Centered Continuous Quality Improvement Plan

Learn how to leverage PDP dashboards to design, implement, and communicate a student-centered continuous quality improvement (CQI) plan.

Intermediate • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Using the PDP to Understand Academic Momentum

Learn how to use PDP dashboards to measure academic momentum and identify early indicators of student success or risk.

Intermediate • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Using the PDP to Understand Academic Momentum: Strategies for Timely College Completion

Learn to analyze credit accumulation metrics using PDP dashboards to support timely college completion.

Intermediate • Live Online Workshop • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

2024-25 NCES IPEDS Updates

Stay informed on the latest IPEDS changes for 2024–25 through 2026–27. This free AIR-hosted webinar covers updates to Admissions, Cost of Attendance, Student Financial Aid, and enhancements to IPEDS tools and the website.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

A Refresher on the Upcoming FVT/GE Reporting Requirements

Federal reporting deadlines are rapidly approaching for the Financial Value Transparency (FVT) and Gainful Employment (GE) requirements. These requirements carry significant implications for institutional compliance—and for the students you serve.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Almost Too Easy: A New Way to Wrangle IPEDS Data

Quickly and easily transform IPEDS downloads into clean, analysis-ready datasets using a custom-built tool.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • < 1 Hour • $0 (Member Only Resource)

Finance Fundamentals for the IR Professional

Build foundational financial literacy to strengthen your ability to integrate finance and enrollment data, benchmark your institution, and enhance your effectiveness as an IR professional.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • < 1 Hour • $99/$129

Streamline Your IPEDS Reporting with Upload Files

Learn to streamline IPEDS reporting by creating reusable upload files, reducing manual entry and errors. This webinar guides you through building submission-ready files, locating documentation, and leveraging master datasets for broader institutional analysis.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0

Unlocking Insights with the IPEDS Data Feedback Report

Discover how to leverage the IPEDS Data Feedback Report (DFR) to benchmark your institution effectively. This webinar guides participants in understanding DFR components, tailoring reports for specific audiences, and utilizing insights for informed decision-making.

All Levels • On-Demand Webinar • 1-2 Hours • $0/$0