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Latest Research

Released 07.27.2020 | Download Report

A National Snapshot: How Students Experience and Perceive Transferring Earned Credit

Released 10.05.2020 | Download Report

Most institutions withhold transcripts if students owe

Impact of COVID-19 on institutional practices
Released 04.22.2020 | Download Snapshot | Download Report

Impact Survey 4: Enrollment Indicators, Fall Course Delivery, Fall Calendar and Social Distancing Measure Plans

Released 04.16.2020 | Download Snapshot | Download Report

Impact Survey 3: Impact of COVID-19 on Transfer Credit Evaluation, Official Transcript Receipt & Delivery, Test Score Receipt and Fall Calendar/Sessions Plans

Released 04.09.2020 | Download Snapshot | Download Report

Impact Survey 2: Impact of COVID-19 on Admissions Practice and Fall Course Delivery

Released 04.02.2020 | Download Snapshot | Download Report

Impact Survey 1: Impact of COVID-19 on Grading, Transcript and Commencement Practices

Press Releases

  • New AACRAO Report Explores Accelerating Learner Success Through Flexible Scheduling

    November 19 2024

  • New AACRAO Report Examines States with Existing Transcript-Hold Regulations

    October 22 2024

    AACRAO and Ithaka S+R have released "Balancing Access and Accountability: Insights from States with Existing Transcript-Hold Regulations Part 2," highlighting the effects of state-level transcript-hold regulations on higher education. Key findings include that 97% of institutions altered their practices following state regulations, with over half eliminating transcript holds for unpaid balances. The report notes that while changes affected a small portion of learners, 90% of institutions felt prepared to comply with new federal regulations. It emphasizes the need for proactive strategies to prevent unpaid balances and offers recommendations for institutions to adapt effectively to regulatory changes. For more details, the full report can be accessed online.

  • AACRAO Facilitates the Southeastern Regional Talent Ecosystem Pilot, Supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

    September 03 2024

    Innovative new resource hub aims to support the adoption and implementation of Learning and Employment Records (LERs) in postsecondary education.

  • LER Accelerator and Learn & Work Ecosystem Library Announce Partnership to Develop Comprehensive LER Resource Collection

    August 14 2024

    Innovative new resource hub aims to support the adoption and implementation of Learning and Employment Records (LERs) in postsecondary education.

  • New AACRAO Report Examines Impact of Federal Transcript-Hold Regulations on Higher Education

    June 26 2024

    The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) has published a new report, "Balancing Access and Accountability: Assessing the Implications of the New Federal Transcript-Hold Regulation for Higher Education - Part 1." Authored by Dr. Wendy Kilgore of AACRAO and Dr. James Dean Ward of Ithaka S+R, the report examines the effects of federal regulations limiting transcript holds for unpaid balances. Data from a survey of 326 institutions reveals that while 77% do not plan to use partial-transcript holds, many are eliminating holds and changing policies in response to the new regulations. The report highlights the need for ongoing research and collaboration to understand and adapt to these changes, promoting learner success and institutional stability. The full report is available on the AACRAO website.