Research using the National Database

The National Database contains more than 1.5 million student records submitted by Achieving the Dream colleges.  The database is used for research by two partners of Achieving the Dream, JBL Associates and the Community College Research Center

• JBL Associates, uses the National Database to produce a bi-monthly newsletter called “Data Notes”.  In each Data Note, JBL Associates focuses on a topic related to student outcomes at the Achieving the Dream colleges.
• Community College Research Center (CCRC) uses the National Database for research projects focused on community college issues including access and equity; the high school-to-college transition; institutional mission and governance; programs and practice; and workforce education.