Explore Data
Explore and analyze NCSES data through our collection of data tools, profiles, and resources.
Our Data Tools
Intuitive tools to analyze NCSES data on R&D and the education and employment of the STEM workforce.
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Data Explorer
Quickly discover and learn about available surveys and measures with the Data Explorer.
Tool purpose
Access NCSES metadata
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Chart Builder
Easily generate line and bar graphs using the Chart Builder.
Tool purpose
Visualize NCSES data
Region
National and State
Table Builder
Create custom tables using public data from NCSES surveys and two surveys from the Department of Education.
Tool purpose
Tabulate NCSES data
Region
National and State
SESTAT
Generate custom tables using public data from the SESTAT family of data collections.
Tool purpose
Tabulate SESTAT surveys
Region
National and Regional
NCSES Data Profiles
Academic Institution Profiles
Compare institution profiles to view selected data on doctorates, graduate students, funding, and expenditures. Profiles and corresponding data are based on data collections from four NCSES surveys.
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Science and Engineering State Profiles
Learn about state-level data on science and engineering personnel and finances, R&D performance, and federal R&D obligations. All data are available for download.
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State Indicators
Compare 60 key indicators to understand how your state ranks against other states and the nation. State trends include science and engineering education, workforce, R&D, patents and publications, and knowledge-intensive industries.
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Recent Data Tables
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Higher Education Research and Development: Fiscal Year 2022
November 30, 2023
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Survey of State Government Research and Development: FY 2022
November 27, 2023
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Annual Business Survey: 2022 (Data Year 2021)
October 30, 2023
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Nonprofit Research Activities: FY 2021
October 23, 2023
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Public Use Data Files
Public use data files are microdata files and documentation available for public use.
Survey of Earned Doctorates Restricted Data Analysis System (RDAS)
The RDAS allows users to access a comprehensive set of SED variables on a secure platform to create data tables.
Access Restricted Use Data
Apply to gain access to NCSES's restricted use microdata.
Data Inventory
View our available data inventory.
Data Resources
Schedule of Release Dates
See the release schedule for NCSES data and products.
Surveys and Analysis
Explore NCSES surveys for a detailed description and links to related data, reports, publication series, and products.
Errata
NCSES policy requires the correction of substantive errors in its content. Corrections posted since August 2010 are available here.
IRIS (Archived Data Resource)
Access historical detailed statistical tables on industrial R&D from the Survey of Industrial Research and Development (IRIS).