2008 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:08) Field Test Methodology Report

Title:	2008 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:08) Field Test Methodology Report
Description:	This report describes the methodology and findings of the NPSAS:08 field test, which took place in the 2006-07 school year. The NPSAS:08 field test was used to plan, implement, and evaluate methodological procedures, instruments, and systems proposed for use in the full-scale study scheduled for the 2007-08 school year.
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Cover Date:	August 2008
Web Release:	September 10, 2008
Print Release:	This Publication will only be available online.
Publication #:	NCES 200801 General Ordering Information
Center/Program:	NCES
Authors:	Cominole, M., Riccobono, J., Siegel, P., Caves, L., & Rosen, J.
Type of Product:	Working Paper
	Working Papers provide preliminary analysis of substantive, technical, and methodological issues. They are works in progress that are presented to promote the sharing of valuable work experience and knowledge. These papers have not undergone a rigorous review for consistency with NCES standards.
Survey/Program Areas:	National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS)
Keywords:	Cost of Higher Education Higher Education • cost of Postsecondary Education • finance Students • financial aid
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