Clearinghouse Academy Events

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Inform Your Decisions with Powerful Student Trends Data

Join the National Student Clearinghouse’s Custom Research team and our esteemed guest panelists for an insightful discussion on education research and how it can empower your decision-making. We’ll delve into how adopting a data-driven approach can help you find solutions to challenges and uncover new opportunities. We’re also excited to share that, during our session, we’ll introduce an innovative and cost-effective new service from our Custom Research team that can provide you with invaluable insights into the populations and movement trends for different fields that link from education to employment.

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Fake Degrees, Real Consequences: How Credential Fraud Impacts Business & Education

With the advent of artificial intelligence, diploma mills and diploma deepfakes are on the rise. Verifying degrees is now a critical defense for both business and education. Join experts from cybersecurity, identity verification, and education as they reveal the new threats in credential fraud—and how you can fight back. 

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StudentTracker for Colleges & Universties: Your Questions Answered

Join this webinar to ask any questions you have and get answers to the most frequently asked StudentTracker for Colleges & Universities questions for both basic and Premium Service.

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Curious about the latest update to the Student Level Report? Come join us for an engaging session where we’ll discuss the Newly Reportable Programs Cohort File 2025 reporting cycle enhancement. We’ll start with a brief overview on the federal requirements for newly reportable programs, then dive into a guided walkthrough of the updated FVT/GE dashboard navigation. It’s a great chance to get up to speed and see what’s new!

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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Getting Started with StudentTracker for High Schools

Are you wondering about the implementation process for StudentTracker for High Schools? Join us to learn the steps to successfully activate StudentTracker and tips for submitting your graduate files.

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Enrollment Reporting Part 4: After the Enrollment File is Processed

Learn the next steps after a file is processed and added to the Clearinghouse database, including how institutions are notified that the file has been processed and how to access the “Reject Detail Report.” We’ll also discuss the elements of the “Reject Detail Report,” common errors and how to resolve them, and the EDI Reject Report for EDI institutions.

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Come hang out with us for a relaxed, open-ended conversation—no slides, no formal agenda, and definitely no pressure. We’ll kick things off with a quick 10-minute spotlight on whatever’s top of mind for the team: enhancements, reminders, lessons learned, or anything buzzing in the world of enrollment reporting, compliance, Financial Value Transparency, and Gainful Employment.

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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Unlocking the Power of PDP Analysis-Ready Files

Ready to go beyond what the dashboards show? This workshop introduces you to the powerful analysis-ready (AR) files available through the PDP—exportable datasets that let you dive deeper into the student experience. This workshop will enhance your analysis with deeper, customizable insights—extending the value of the dashboards by enabling broader exploration and tailored decision-making. For current PDP users who have experience with basic PDP dashboard navigation.

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Come hang out with us for a relaxed, open-ended conversation—no slides, no formal agenda, and definitely no pressure. We’ll kick things off with a quick 10-minute spotlight on whatever’s top of mind for the team: enhancements, reminders, lessons learned, or anything buzzing in the world of enrollment reporting, compliance, Financial Value Transparency, and Gainful Employment.

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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The Cyber Ready Campus: Empowering Higher Ed Staff for Digital Defense 

Join our panel of cybersecurity experts to explore how higher education institutions can better prepare teams across campus to face evolving cybersecurity threats.

We’ll cover the cyber threat landscape specific to higher education, discuss effective training strategies focused on the four core areas of cyber readiness, steps staff can take to reduce risk in their daily work and how institutional leadership can foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness. Regardless of your role or institution’s size, get actionable takeaways and resources.

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Understanding PDP Institution-Level Dashboards

If you’re new to the PDP or just beginning to explore what it offers, this session is for you. Join AIR as we guide you through the PDP institution-level dashboards and show how they can transform the way your institution understands student success. These interactive tools offer powerful insights into early momentum and outcomes metrics—helping you answer critical questions around student success, performance gaps, and more.

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Come hang out with us for a relaxed, open-ended conversation—no slides, no formal agenda, and definitely no pressure. We’ll kick things off with a quick 10-minute spotlight on whatever’s top of mind for the team: enhancements, reminders, lessons learned, or anything buzzing in the world of enrollment reporting, compliance, Financial Value Transparency, and Gainful Employment.

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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Enrollment Reporting Part 5: Reporting Separation Statuses

This webinar covers the importance of reporting separation statuses in a timely manner and the different ways to report them. Also covered will be reporting students who continue enrollment at your institution after completing a program.

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Revolutionizing the PDP Data Submission

Join us for a demo of how to access the new, easy-to-use PDP data submission using the same credentials as when you access your dashboards. We’ll cover changes to the PDP data submission process and the benefits of submitting using this new interface.

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Audit Resource Center Spotlight: How to Report Graduated (G) Enrollment Statuses for Federal Compliance 

Graduated enrollment statuses are commonly reviewed during a federal financial aid audit and are a critical component of enrollment compliance reporting. Please join us to get answers to your questions about reporting best practices for Graduated (G) enrollment statuses!

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Come hang out with us for a relaxed, open-ended conversation—no slides, no formal agenda, and definitely no pressure. We’ll kick things off with a quick 10-minute spotlight on whatever’s top of mind for the team: enhancements, reminders, lessons learned, or anything buzzing in the world of enrollment reporting, compliance, Financial Value Transparency, and Gainful Employment.

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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Leveraging PDP Dashboards for Effective Benchmarking

Do you seek valuable insights from comparing of your institution to others? As a student-centered data resource that offers a comprehensive view of student progress and success, the PDP provides valuable metrics and subpopulations that aren’t available elsewhere. Join AIR for a case study-based exploration of PDP’s benchmarking capabilities.

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Compliance Corner: FVT/GE

Come hang out with us for a relaxed, open-ended conversation—no slides, no formal agenda, and definitely no pressure. We’ll kick things off with a quick 10-minute spotlight on whatever’s top of mind for the team: enhancements, reminders, lessons learned, or anything buzzing in the world of enrollment reporting, compliance, Financial Value Transparency, and Gainful Employment.

After that, it’s your time. Bring your questions, thoughts, or just listen in. Whether you’ve got something specific to ask or just want to hear what others are thinking, we’re here for it.

Note: If you have school-specific questions, please reach out to schoolops@studentclearinghouse.org. We take those offline so we can tailor the answers to your institution’s unique context and make sure you get the most relevant support.

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Using the PDP to Support a Student-Centered CQI Plan

Ready to move from data to action? This workshop helps you operationalize the PDP to drive student-centered improvements at your institution. Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) offers a proven structure for institutional effectiveness, and this workshop emphasizes how to use PDP data to fuel the process—ensuring your plans are both grounded in insight and built for impact.

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Enrollment Reporting Part 6: G from Degree 

Join our presenters as they shed light on the Clearinghouse’s G from Degree process. Learn the difference between the enrollment and degree databases at the Clearinghouse as well as how G from DegreeVerify files are generated. We’ll also review the “Degree Transmission Detail” tabs on the Clearinghouse secure site, including ways to resolve students flagged on the “G Not Applied” list.

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Getting Started with StudentTracker for High Schools

Are you wondering about the implementation process for StudentTracker for High Schools? Join us to learn the steps to successfully activate StudentTracker and tips for submitting your graduate files.

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Comparing PDP and IPEDS Metrics: Using What You Know to Explore What’s New 

As a data professional, you’re likely fluent in IPEDS definitions and reporting structures. That familiarity can serve as a strong foundation for exploring the PDP, a student-centered data resource that offers a more comprehensive view of student progress and success.

This workshop uses a compare-and-contrast approach to help you build fluency in PDP metrics by anchoring them to concepts you already know. Through examination of where the PDP aligns with—and diverges from—IPEDS, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how to interpret PDP data, communicate insights, and decide when to use each system effectively. Whether you’re new to the PDP or are looking to deepen your understanding, this session will help you make the most of both data systems.