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The 2025 Survey of IRPE Offices report offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving structure, functional reach, and strategic influence of Institutional Research, Planning, and Effectiveness (IRPE) offices across the California Community Colleges system.
Our latest findings indicate that while CCC IRPE offices have achieved significant integration within executive leadership—with 67% reporting directly to a President or Chancellor—they continue to navigate a persistent "capacity gap" driven by the dual pressures of complex equity mandates and rapid technological transitions.
Key areas of focus in the 2025 report include:
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Organizational Structure and Workforce Trends
- Staffing, Budget, and Capacity Challenges
- Evolving Functions: From Research to Strategy
- Data Infrastructure and the AI Frontier
- Strategic Successes and Future Needs
This report is designed to provide IRPE leaders with the empirical evidence necessary to advocate for the staffing, resources, and structural support required to sustain high-quality, equity-centered inquiry at their respective institutions.
