Using the Data

Below are essential resources and guides for working with HS&B:80 and NLS:72 data.

Quick Access Links

Resource HS&B:80 NLS:72
Cohort Profile 2014–15 description ; 2021 [Forthcoming]
Survey Instruments X X
Survey Technical Documentation X X
Documentation for Common Variables X X

Getting Started

  • Learn how to generate valid population estimates from the High School & Beyond (1980) study using inverse probability weighting and multiple imputation in this working paper.
  • Visit our Get the Data page for instructions on accessing the data.
  • Learn proper citation practices on our How to Cite page.
  • Visit our Bibliography Search to find publications that used HS&B:80 and NLS:72.
  • Visit our FAQ page for answers to common questions, or contact us directly for further support.
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