Common Data Set
The Common Data Set (CDS) was developed in a collaborative effort between publishers and the educational community in order to improve the quality and accuracy of information provided to publishers and to reduce the reporting burden on institutions. Thus, the CDS is a collection of standard data items and definitions that are utilized by the higher education community and by publishers.
Common Data Set 2008-2009:
- Section A: General Information *
- Section B: Enrollment and Persistence *
- Section C: First-Time, First-Year (Freshman) Admission *
- Section D: Transfer Admission *
- Section E: Academic Offerings and Policies *
- Section F: Student Life *
- Section G: Annual Expenses *
- Section H: Financial Aid *
- Section I: Instructional Faculty and Class Size *
- Section J: Degrees Conferred *
- Appendix: Definitions *
