Accessing and Using NCLDS Data

There are several different ways for someone to access NCLDS data, as well as a variety of forms of data and data-related services available. The access pathway you should follow will depend on the information you are seeking, the kinds of data you are eligible to request (based on all of the privacy and security rules NCLDS follows in order to protect sensitive data), and any related data preparation services you might request of the NCLDS team.

Data Users

General Public Practitioners Data Contributors

State Agencies Research Partners

Products and Services

Products and Services offered by NCLDS.

Data Inventory

Data Dictionary

Data Request Form

Start a request for a research-ready or custom, cross-sector dataset.

Review and Transmission Process for On-Request Datasets

Status of Open NCLDS Requests

Tutorials

Tutorial Modules and Videos