This half-day workshop provides a practical, hands-on deep dive into the IPEDS Use the Data website. Participants learn when and how to use key IPEDS tools—Data Trends, Statistical Tables, Summary Tables, Compare Institutions, and Custom Data Downloads—to efficiently answer applied research questions and respond to data requests. The session also covers the benefits and limitations of each tool, helping participants build confidence in selecting the most appropriate tool for different data needs.

Ideal for institutional researchers, data analysts, and higher education professionals who work with IPEDS data regularly.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify and select the appropriate IPEDS data tool for various research needs
• Understand the functions, strengths, and limitations of each IPEDS tool
• Increase efficiency in responding to internal and external data requests
• Navigate the IPEDS Use the Data website with greater confidence
• Strengthen applied research capabilities using publicly available IPEDS data