Institutional Surveys

Institutional surveys support planning efforts by describing what motivates respondents, what is important to them and what respondents think of our efforts. Satisfaction, service levels and opportunities for improvement are common areas where institutional surveys can generate discussion, help us base decisions on objective information and compare results across time or peers.

As part of VCU’s commitment to continuous improvement, IRDS administers and analyzes several institutional surveys. These surveys provide insight into employee and student satisfaction and engagement. Results can be used by faculty and administrators for recruiting, setting priorities, planning, and demonstrating effectiveness.

IRDS performs an array of services related to institutional surveys, including working with the vendor to administer the survey, collaborating with campus partners to promote the survey, and analyzing, summarizing, and sharing results with stakeholders. Examples of analyses conducted by IRDS include: examination of sub-group differences, analyses of changes over time, and analyses of items related to specific topics (e.g., advising, student affairs, etc.). Summary reports for the most recent surveys can be found by clicking on the surveys listed above. 

For assistance accessing information related to our programs, please contact the Office of Institutional Research and Decision Support at irds@vcu.edu.