Yes, I have read that.
Then you should know that the SSA calculates and returns to the U.S. Department of Education the Department the mean and median annual earnings of a cohort of students who completed the GE program during a specified cohort period.
Also, have you heard of GE Programs? When did the new rules become effective?
In accordance with regulations effective July 1, 2012, the United States Department of Education calculates metrics for GE Programs each year.