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Posted December 09, 2025

Datasource

A Datasource defines and manages dropdown lists of selectable values used throughout the system. These predefined options help standardize data entry.

Example: When entering a student's gender, you'll see a dropdown with values like Male and Female. These come from a datasource that can be customized to fit your institution's needs.

Datasource fields appear across PCR Campus, including on student, inquiry, and household records. They are hyperlinked for easy identification. Datasource values are also important when Importing Data. Imported values must match the predefined datasource options to be accepted during the import process.

Note: Only users with the DBA Full role can manage datasources, and access is further limited by module-specific permissions.

Example: To manage datasource fields in the Admissions module, a user must have the DBA Full role along with either the Admissions Full or Admissions Read role.