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College Stats Decoded breaks down Common Data Sets and IPEDs reporting from 100+ universities so you can easily find the data you need.

  • This is aggregated institutional data that can help you identify trends and understand a school's characteristics over time.
  • While this data can provide context, it cannot predict individual outcomes.
  • All data is sourced from published Common Data Set reports. Some data is from IPEDS, or other sources, and clearly marked if so.
  • If you notice a data discrepancy or mistake, please report it so it can be corrected.

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Admissions

Acceptance rates, yield, applicant volume, waitlist, gender, and geographic breakdowns.

Testing

SAT & ACT score trends, submission rates, GPA, and class rank over time.

Retention & Graduation

Graduation rates by income group, first-year retention, and cohort composition trends.

Financial Aid & Costs

Cost of attendance, aid packages, merit aid, loans, athletic aid, and international student aid.

Student Demographics

Gender, out-of-state percentages, international enrollment, and racial/ethnic makeup.

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