SSEDL: Social Science Electronic Library

Obtain access to more than 500 health and social science datasets from more than 250 studies, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF). SSEDL data archives have been used by thousands of students and professionals at universities and research institutions throughout the United States for more than 20 years. The nine topically-focused collections are:

A scientist expert panel selected every study in the data archives based on its technical quality, substantive importance to the field, policy relevance, potential for secondary analysis, and disciplinary balance.

• Each data archive provides raw data files, SAS & SPSS data extract program files, SPSS portable files, frequencies, data dictionaries, and detailed user's guides

Access to SSEDL enables you to:

• Search and retrieve variables within and across studies by topic, type, or keyword(s)
• Prepare files for data analysis
• Conduct online data analysis
• View and print the original data collection instruments

An annual subscription to SSEDL includes:

• Unlimited downloading of all data, instruments, and supporting documentation
• Access to subscription website 24/7
• Free access to the Multivariate Interactive Data Analysis System (MIDAS)
• Free technical assistance

Subscription Inquiries: Dr. JJ Card, jjcard@socio.com, 650-383-6278
Subscriber customer assistance: Julie Sears, jsears@socio.com, 650-383-6255