College Board Research

Explore published research studies and reports that provide data on College Board programs, college access initiatives, and affordability.

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Trends in Higher Education

Review the latest trends in college costs, financial aid, and the benefits of a college degree.

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Reports

Find the latest student performance and participation data for College Board programs and services, including the SAT, the PSAT/NMSQT, and AP Exams.

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Landscape™

Landscape offers colleges information on high schools and neighborhoods to help admissions officers fully consider every student, no matter where they live.

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Student and Parent Attitudes Toward College and Admissions

Read new research on student and parent views on their readiness for college, the value of college, and the college admissions process.

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Updated Evidence on Changes in College Applications, Admissions, and Enrollments (Fall 2022)

This research brief provides updated evidence from ARC on fall 2022 applications, admissions, and enrollment trends as well as new evidence on students’ test score disclosure decisions.

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Education Pays

The Education Pays report documents differences in the earnings and employment patterns of U.S. adults with different levels of education. It also examines the persistent disparities across different socioeconomic groups in college participation and completion.

Search the ERIC Database

Browse this comprehensive online library of education research and information where you can find College Board research publications by topic.