Policy Services

Trellis research has provided support to policymakers for over 30 years. The Trellis research team aggregates available facts to present a baseline understanding of various policy issues and assist with data collection that helps to inform public policy decisions.

Trellis has supported policymakers in understanding:

  • College Access
  • Higher Education Finance Structure
  • Student Finances and Financial Aid
  • Student Success and Outcomes Measurement
  • Workforce Development

Featured Research

State of Student Aid in Texas

This reference for colleges, universities, and policymakers provides a comparison of Texas state and federal student aid programs. >>

Loan Counseling Studies

Trellis Company conducts studies on federal student loan counseling in collaboration with the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. >>

FAFSA Completion Search Tool

What is your school’s FAFSA completion rate? Find out how Texas schools compare. >>

Have a policy question or need support gathering data? Contact us at partnerships@trelliscompany.org.

Additional policy research includes: