Frequently Asked Questions

Definitions and explanatory notes are provided with OIRDS dashboards where applicable. Review the definitions, tooltips, and other supporting information included with the dashboard before interpreting or comparing measures.

The reporting period varies by data source and dashboard. Look for the year, term, cohort, or reporting-period information displayed on the dashboard to determine the most recent data available.

Many OIRDS dashboards allow users to select prior years or reporting periods directly. Historical reports may also be available through the Reports & Resources section of the website.

Dashbord figures can differ because reports may use different census dates, reporting periods, student populations, or definitions.

For example, a report may use fall census enrollment while another report includes enrollment throughout the academic year. One report may include only degree-seeking students, while another includes all enrolled students. Differences can also result from whether a report counts unique students, term-specific headcount, or FTE.

OIRDS dashboards are intended to provide consistent views using the definitions and reporting methodology described in each dashboard's supporting materials.

Use the red Reset Arrow ⟲ to return the dashboard to its default view.

Yes. Visualizations can be exported or saved using the available download options. Depending on the visualization, users may be able to save a graph as an image or PDF.

Yes. Each dashboard includes a Table view with a Download Tables button. Click the Download Tables button, select the appropriate table, then choose CSV or Excel (.xlsx) to download it.

Yes. Downloads reflect the filters and selections applied to the dashboard at the time the data are downloaded.

Yes. Rutgers affiliates may submit requests for data that are not available through the public dashboards and reports on this website.

Unfortunately, OIRDS does not accept individual data requests from outside Rutgers at this time.

Providing a clear description of the question you are trying to answer helps OIRDS evaluate your request. When possible, identify the population, measures, reporting period, level of detail, and intended use of the requested information.

Please contact OIRDS through the Request Data & Support page and include the name of the dashboard or report, the information you were viewing, and a brief description of the potential issue.

Some institutional information is publicly available, while other data and analytical resources may be limited to authorized Rutgers users because of the nature or level of detail of the information provided.