In our fifth annual survey, 103 colleges were recognized. Learn more about the 12 recognition categories in which each was evaluated. Colleges marked with a are on the Honor Roll.
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In our fifth annual survey, 103 colleges were recognized. Learn more about the 12 recognition categories in which each was evaluated. Colleges marked with a are on the Honor Roll.
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Recognition categories in which this college performed well:
Collaborative Governance
Compensation and Benefits
Confidence in Senior Leadership
Diversity
Facilities, Workspace & Security
Job Satisfaction
Professional/Career-Development Programs
Respect and Appreciation
Supervisor or Department-Chair Relationship
Teaching Environment
Tenure Clarity and Process
Work/Life Balance
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These colleges are the best of the best. Those that make the Honor Roll are cited most often across all recognition categories, and grouped by enrollment size. (Small institutions have 2,999 or fewer students, medium ones have 3,000 to 9,999, and large ones have 10,000 or more.) Ten four-year colleges, and four two-year colleges, make the cut in each size.
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Large 4-Year Colleges
Collaborative Governance
Compensation and Benefits
Confidence in Senior Leadership
Diversity
Facilities, Workspace & Security
Job Satisfaction
Professional/Career- Development Programs
Respect and Appreciation
Supervisor or Department- Chair Relationship
Teaching Environment*
Tenure Clarity and Process*
Work/Life Balance
Large 2-Year Colleges
2-Year Colleges are not evaluated in the Tenure Clarity and Process category.
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Great Colleges achieve excellence in at least one of 12 categories, such as Work / Life Balance. They are rated by their faculty and staff, who agree or disagree with survey statements related to each category.(See our methodology for details.) Colleges are grouped as four-year or two-year institutions, and by enrollment size. Pull down the menu to see top performers and statistics.
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Collaborative Governance
Faculty members play significant roles in decisions related to academic programs. Employees agree with statements like "Faculty, administration, and staff are meaningfully involved in institutional planning."
Compensation and Benefits
Pay is fair, and there is overall satisfaction with benefits. Employees agree with statements like "This institution's benefits meet my needs."
Confidence in Senior Leadership
Leaders have the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for the success of the college. Employees agree with statements like "Senior leadership provides a clear direction for this institution's future."
Diversity
The college makes a concerted effort to create a welcoming and fair environment for all employees. Employees agree with statements like "This institution has clear and effective procedures for dealing with discrimination."
Facilities, Workspace & Security
Facilities meet employees' needs, and the campus appearance is pleasing. Employees agree with statements like "The institution takes reasonable steps to provide a safe and secure environment for the campus."
Job Satisfaction
There is an overall sense that the job is meaningful to the employee and to the college. Employees agree with statements like "My job makes good use of my skills and abilities."
Professional/Career-Development Programs
Employees get the chance to develop skills and they understand their requirements for career advancement. They agree with statements like "Our orientation program prepares new faculty, administration, and staff to be effective."
Respect and Appreciation
Employees are regularly recognized for their contributions. Employees agree with statements like "Our recognition and awards programs are meaningful to me."
Supervisor or Department-Chair Relationship
Supervisors or chairs makes expectations clear and solicit ideas. Employees agree with statements like "I believe what I am told by my supervisor/department chair."
Teaching Environment
Faculty members say the institution recognizes innovative and high-quality teaching. They agree with statements like "Teaching is appropriately recognized in the evaluation and promotion process." (Faculty only.)
Tenure Clarity and Process
Requirements for tenure are clear. Employees agree with statements like "Promotions in my department are based on a person's ability." (Faculty at four-year institutions only.)
Work/Life Balance
College policies give employees the flexibility to manage their lives on the job and at home. Employees agree with statements like "My supervisor/department chair supports my efforts to balance my work and personal life."
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Collaborative Governance
Compensation and Benefits
Confidence in Senior Leadership
Diversity
Facilities, Workspace & Security
Job Satisfaction
Professional/ Career-Development Programs
Respect and Appreciation
Supervisor or Department- Chair Relationship
Teaching Environment
Tenure Clarity and Process
Work/Life Balance
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Collaborative Governance
Compensation and Benefits
Confidence in Senior Leadership
Diversity
Facilities, Workspace & Security
Job Satisfaction
Professional/Career- Development Programs
Respect and Appreciation
Supervisor or Department Chair Relationship
Teaching Environment*
Tenure Clarity and Process*
Work/Life Balance
2-Year Colleges are not evaluated in the Tenure Clarity and Process category.
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