Useful Resources

Affiliate Associations

  • American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) – AACRAO is a professional organization for individuals in the fields of enrollment management, admissions, and student services. The organization provides resources, publications, and professional development opportunities to its members. https://www.aacrao.org/
  • Middle States Association of Collegiate Registrars and Officers of Admission (MSACROA) – MSACROA is a professional organization for registrars and admissions officers in the Middle States region. The organization provides professional development opportunities, networking events, and resources on best practices in admissions and registration. https://www.msacroa.org/

Resources for the Registrar Office

  • National Student Clearinghouse – The National Student Clearinghouse is a nonprofit organization that provides data and information services to colleges and universities. The Clearinghouse offers a range of services, including degree verification, enrollment reporting, and student tracking. https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/

  • American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) – AACRAO is a professional organization for individuals in the fields of enrollment management, admissions, and student services. The organization provides resources, publications, and professional development opportunities to its members. https://www.aacrao.org/

  • National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) – NASFAA is a professional organization for financial aid professionals. The organization provides resources, training, and advocacy on behalf of its members. https://www.nasfaa.org/

  • Chronicle of Higher Education – The Chronicle of Higher Education is a newspaper and website that covers news, information, and analysis on higher education. The website includes job listings, opinion pieces, and data on enrollment trends. https://www.chronicle.com/

  • Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) – IPEDS is a data collection program run by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). The program collects data on enrollment, graduation rates, and other key metrics from colleges and universities across the country. https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/

  • Educause – Educause is a nonprofit organization that provides resources, events, and professional development opportunities for information technology professionals in higher education. The website includes articles, webinars, and research reports on technology trends in higher education. https://www.educause.edu/

  • National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) – NSLDS is a database that contains information on federal student loans and grants. The database is maintained by the U.S. Department of Education and can be used by financial aid professionals to track student loan and grant history. https://nslds.ed.gov/

  • College Board – The College Board is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services to students and colleges, including the SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The organization also provides resources for college admissions professionals, including data on college readiness and student outcomes. https://www.collegeboard.org/

  • Higher Education Data Sharing (HEDS) Consortium – The HEDS Consortium is a group of colleges and universities that collaborates on data collection and research projects. The consortium provides resources, training, and networking opportunities for its members. https://www.hedsconsortium.org/

Resources for the Admissions Office

  • National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) – NACAC is a professional organization for admissions professionals. The organization provides resources, training, and advocacy on behalf of its members. https://www.nacacnet.org/

  • Common Application – The Common Application is an online application platform that allows students to apply to multiple colleges and universities using a single application. Admissions professionals can use the platform to review and evaluate applications. https://www.commonapp.org/

  • National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) – NCES is a federal agency that collects and analyzes data related to education. The agency provides data on enrollment, graduation rates, and other key metrics for colleges and universities across the country. https://nces.ed.gov/

  • College Navigator – College Navigator is an online tool provided by NCES that allows users to search for colleges and universities based on various criteria, such as location, program offerings, and student demographics. https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/

  • College Scorecard – College Scorecard is another tool provided by NCES that allows users to compare colleges and universities based on factors such as graduation rates, average student debt, and earnings after graduation. https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/

  • The Chronicle of Higher Education – The Chronicle of Higher Education is a newspaper and website that covers news, information, and analysis on higher education. The website includes job listings, opinion pieces, and data on enrollment trends. https://www.chronicle.com/

  • Inside Higher Ed – Inside Higher Ed is an online publication that covers news, analysis, and opinion on higher education. The website includes job listings, articles on admissions trends, and resources for admissions professionals. https://www.insidehighered.com/

  • College Board – The College Board is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services to students and colleges, including the SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The organization also provides resources for college admissions professionals, including data on college readiness and student outcomes. https://www.collegeboard.org/

  • Peterson’s – Peterson’s is an online resource for college search and admissions information. The website includes college profiles, scholarship information, and test prep resources. https://www.petersons.com/

  • Admissions Revolution – Admissions Revolution is a blog that covers topics related to college admissions. The blog includes articles on recruitment strategies, data analysis, and student engagement. https://www.admissionsrevolution.com/

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