Survey Component Overview
The purpose of the AL component of IPEDS is to collect information on library collections, library expenditures, and library services for libraries in degree-granting postsecondary institutions. The Academic Libraries component for IPEDS replaced the previous Academic Libraries Survey, which was collected from degree-granting postsecondary institutions every other year in odd-numbered years.
Data Collection Period
- December 4, 2024 – April 2, 2025 for IPEDS Keyholders
- December 4, 2024 – April 16, 2025 for IPEDS Coordinators
Academic Libraries (AL)
- Overview Tutorial Script (PDF)
- Visit NCES' Academic Libraries Information Center for more information and the history of the Academic Libraries component
- Watch a webinar on changes that took effect during the 2015-16 collection cycle from the Association of Research Libraries (ARL).
- Learn more about the Academic Libraries (AL) Survey
Related Content
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Academic Libraries (AL) Libraries Sharing Resources
Understand how to report shared library resources in the IPEDS Academic Libraries survey, ensuring accurate data submission.
All Levels • On-Demand Tutorial • <1 Hour
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Academic Libraries (AL) Digital Collections
Understand how to report digital and electronic library materials in the IPEDS Academic Libraries survey, including e-books, e-media, and e-serials.
All Levels • On-Demand Tutorial • <1 Hour
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Academic Libraries (AL) Reporting Serials
Learn how to accurately report unique physical and electronic serial titles, including open access, in the IPEDS Academic Libraries survey.
All Levels • On-Demand Tutorial • <1 Hour
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Academic Libraries (AL) Reporting Expenses
Understand how to accurately report library expenses—including salaries, materials, and operations—in the IPEDS Academic Libraries survey.
All Levels • On-Demand Tutorial • <1 Hour
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