Frequently Asked Questions

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 2010 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 Topline Higher Education Benchmarking Report. 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 July 19, 2010

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 2009 Reports and Services Brochure. The 2010 Reports and Services Brochure is coming soon and will be substantially similar to 2009’s.

5. What reports can non-applicants purchase?

All colleges regardless of participation can purchase the 2010 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: Best in Size, Carnegie Classification, Status (Private or Public), Geography, and Enrollment Size.

Additionally, with access to an extensive higher education database, ModernThink has the ability to customize benchmarking to fit your needs. Please contact Keith Barber for further information at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or at 302.442.6080.