FAQs

Reports

1. What reports are included as part of the program?
2. Will I have access to my institution’s data file?
3. When will we receive our Participation Reports?
4. Are additional reports available?
5. What reports can non-applicants purchase?
6. What types of benchmarks are available?

1. What reports are included as part of the program?

All institutions that apply for The Chronicle's 2012 Great Colleges to Work For recognition program will automatically receive three participation reports: a Topline Survey Results Report, a Topline Results by Job Category Report, and a Higher Education Workplace Trend Report Excerpt . More information is available on the Participation Reports page.

2. Will I have access to my institution’s data file?

No. In order to protect the confidentiality of all participants, you will not have access to your raw data.

3. When will we receive our Participation Reports?

Participation Reports will be sent out to all program applicants the week of August 6, 2012.

4. Are additional reports available?

In addition to receiving three free Participation Reports as part of the Great Colleges recognition program, there are several additional report options that will enable you to prioritize scarce resources, inform accreditation self-studies, enhance recruiting efforts, and build a more engaged community. Learn more in the Reports section about:

• Survey Data – review in depth your institution’s strengths and challenges so that you can target initiatives for improvement. Click here to see samples and learn more.
• Benchmark Data - see how your Faculty, Staff and Administration’s responses compare to those of other institutions. Click here to see samples and learn more.
• Combo Package – combine your survey data with the program’s benchmark data to gain the greatest insight and value from your participation in the Great Colleges program. Click here to learn more.
• Consulting Options - collecting feedback is one thing; capitalizing on it is another. Click here to find out how.

For your reference, click here to review the 2012 Reports and Services Brochure.  The 2012 Reports and Services Brochure will be available soon, and prices will largely mirror the prices listed in the 2011 brochure.

5. What reports can non-applicants purchase?

All colleges regardless of participation can purchase the annual Higher Education Workplace Trend Report. Click here for more information on this comprehensive report.

6. What types of benchmarks are available?

There are five standard benchmarks that are incorporated in the Chronicle Great Colleges program: Honor Roll (formerly Best in Size), Carnegie Classification, Status (Private or Public), Geography, and Enrollment Size.

All purchased reports will be sent out starting the week of August 22, 2012.

Additionally, with access to an extensive higher education database, ModernThink has the ability to customize benchmarking to fit your needs. For further information, please contact Janet Wurtzel at  1.888.684.4658 ext. 117 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .