Contents

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Introduction

Data Collection and Processing Procedures

Coverage Issues

Statistical Issues

Summary and Conclusions

Appendix A. SESTAT and CPS Procedures for Collecting/Processing Data

Appendix B. SESTAT and CPS Variables Used

Appendix C. Standard Errors of SESTAT and CPS Estimates

Appendix D. CPS Individuals in S&E Occupations, by Highest Degree Attained

Appendix E. CPS Individuals in S&E Occupations With Degree Below Bachelor's

References

Suggested Citation, Acknowledgments

Suggested Citation, Acknowledgments

Tsapogas J, Fecso RS, Baskin R, Chu A, Gray C, Kalton G, Levine D, Smith T, Winglee M. 2007. Comparison of the National Science Foundation's Scientists and Engineers Statistical Data System (SESTAT) with the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Current Population Survey (CPS). Working Paper SRS 07-205. Arlington, VA. Division of Science Resources Statistics, National Science Foundation.