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Metrics definitions, IPEDS formulas, peer benchmarking, and original research for institutional research and institutional effectiveness teams, all in one place.
Metrics & formulas
Metrics & formulas
Plain-language definitions and exact formulas for the metrics IR/IE teams report most, plus tools for building peer groups.
IR metrics, IPEDS formulas, and reporting deadlines
Plain-language definitions, exact formulas, worked examples, and 2025-26 deadlines for retention, FTE, graduation rate (150% time), cohort default rate, and net price.
Read moreIR metrics and benchmarks higher ed teams track
A practical reference for retention, graduation (150% time), FTE, cohort default rate, net price, and peer benchmarking, with definitions, formulas, and NCES sources.
Read moreOriginal research
Original research
Free whitepapers grounded in interviews with IR and IE professionals across the country.
Whitepapers for IR & IE leaders
Free original research on how higher ed teams handle data, definitions, and requests, based on 70+ interviews.
Read moreUnderstanding Data Request Workflows in Higher Ed
Free whitepaper on how AI-enabled workflows help higher ed teams reclaim 40-60% of capacity, based on 50+ institutional interviews.
Read moreFurther reading
Further reading
More guides, the full blog, and role-specific reading for IR directors.
IR Resources and Further Reading: Everything We Published in One Place
A curated index of Clema's guides, whitepapers, benchmarks, and reading lists for IR and IE professionals.
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