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Institutional Research

Dedicated to Being Data Informed

The institutional research (IR) office is dedicated to working collaboratively with the administration, faculty and staff to provide timely, reliable and accurate information to support the College's mission. We help the College make smart decisions using facts and numbers. Our goals are to give you the information you need to make data-driven decisions about initiatives and ensure ethical practices when working with people and student data. 

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314-951-9478

IR Services

Here's what we can help you with:

  • Finding specific data
  • Making reports 
  • Giving advice to groups or projects
  • Checking how certain classes are doing
  • Handling requests from the government or other agencies
  • Figuring out what happens to graduates
  • Helping with tasks related to grants or scholarships
  • Checking how students are learning
  • Studying College policies
  • Assisting with special programs
  • Managing surveys

Respect for Persons, Ethics and Justice

The STLCC's Human Subject Review Board (HSRB) helps teach students, teachers and staff about the rules for research involving people. We help make sure everyone gets the right permission before doing studies, and that they follow the laws that protect participants. We are also the main place to go if you have questions about these rules.

Consent Process

Getting consent is more than just having someone sign a paper. The goal is to make sure that people fully understand the study and their part in it before they agree to join. The researcher has to make sure the information is clear, that the person understands the risks and benefits and has a chance to ask questions. The researcher also needs to make it clear that joining the study is completely voluntary, and anyone can stop at any time without getting in trouble.

  • Legal consent: a researcher cannot involve someone in a study without their legal consent, unless the HSRB says otherwise.
  • Clear language: the consent must be in simple language that the person can understand.
  • No waiving of rights: the consent form can’t take away any legal rights or release anyone from responsibility if something goes wrong.
  • Children in research: for anyone under 18 to be in a study, their parent or guardian has to give written permission, unless the HSRB says otherwise. Sometimes, depending on the child's age and maturity, the child might also need to agree.

Once the consent form is approved, it will be stamped with the HSRB number and date. Only stamped forms can be used to get consent from participants. You cannot change the form without getting a new approval. Every participant must get a copy of the consent form.

Timeline for Review 

Before doing any research, you must get approval from the HSRB. If you do research without this approval, it’s illegal and could harm participants. A project that starts without approval can be stopped by the College.

  • You need to give the HSRB at least 30 business days to review your research plans.
  • Double-check your application to avoid delays.

The HSRB meets every few months to review research plans. Some studies can be approved by a co-chair, while others need to be reviewed by the whole committee.

Forms and Guides

 

Want to Work With Us?

Consulting

If you're an STLCC faculty, staff member or student in need of research assistance, reach out to the IR office today. Email the department at institutionalresearch@stlcc.edu and we'll respond within two business days.

HSRB Compliance

Looking to submit a research proposal for review? Researchers must obtain administrative authorization prior to applying for review by the HSRB.

Enrollment Reports

The reports on this page provide data on enrollment for St. Louis Community College. Data are based on the College census date reflecting enrollment at 25 percent of time into the term. Additional enrollment information about STLCC is available through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

Enrollment Reports

The Higher Education Act (HEA) enrollment report provides comprehensive insights into enrollment trends and statistics as mandated by the HEA. This report offers detailed data on student enrollment patterns, including demographics, enrollment status, program participation and institutional characteristics.  By accessing this report, stakeholders can gain a clear understanding of enrollment dynamics within our institution, aiding in strategic planning, resource allocation and policy development.

2024 (PDF)

2023 (PDF)

2022 (PDF)

2021 (PDF)

2020 (PDF)

IPEDS Feedback Report

The data we submit to IPEDS offer valuable feedback and analysis. This report provides insights into data quality, completeness and consistency, allowing institutions to assess their reporting accuracy and compliance with federal regulations. Through this feedback mechanism, stakeholders can identify areas for improvement, enhance data integrity and ensure alignment with IPEDS reporting standards, ultimately fostering transparency and accountability in higher education.

2023 (PDF)

2022 (PDF)

2021 (PDF)

2020

View all previous data feedback reports on IPEDS.

IPEDS Data Summary

Our internal summary offers stakeholders a glimpse into the latest data submitted to IPEDS. This summary provides an overview of key metrics and indicators relevant to our institution’s performance and characteristics, offering insights into enrollment, graduation rates, financial aid and more. Accessible ahead of the official IPEDS data feedback report, this summary allows stakeholders to stay informed about our institution’s data submission in a timely manner. Additionally, the report includes a year-over-year comparison to track trends.

2023 (PDF)

2022 (PDF)

2021 (PDF)

2020 (PDF)

Student Right-to-Know

Reports on this page provide completion, retention, transfer and persistence data. Definitions for variables are included in the reports. The Student Right-to-Know cohort report is disclosed here as required by federal law.

Student Right-to-Know Report (PDF)
First Destination of All Degree Completers (PDF)
Key Performance Area: Graduates (PDF)

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