Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning › Institutional Research and Analysis › University Assessment Plan

Our Mission

Carnegie Mellon University regularly surveys its students to better understand their quality of experience, perceptions of campus climate, belonging and connection, access to holistic support and resources, and health and well-being. These surveys provide critical insights into student needs, helping the university identify areas for improvement and enhance programs, opportunities, and services. The data gathered inform decision-making and drive strategic actions aimed at fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-quality learning environment.

5 Guiding Principles

Collect data to better serve and support students - ensuring that their experiences, needs, and perceptions inform institutional priorities.
Share data with appropriate stakeholders in a timely and dynamic manner to promote informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
Increase transparency by openly communicating results and actions taken in response to findings.
Ensure data can be meaningfully disaggregated and appropriately interpreted, providing nuanced insights across student populations.
Close the loop through institutional commitments, linking assessment outcomes to tangible improvements in student services and success.

Together, these principles ensure that assessment is not simply an accountability exercise but a mechanism for organizational learning and institutional effectiveness.