Criteria: Communication

The website clearly presents information on student learning outcomes assessment and/or results to multiple or specific internal and/or external audiences using layperson’s language and contextualized examples. Information is found on multiple pages across the website, updated regularly and easy to access and navigate via links or search engines. In addition, the site provides explanation or examples of the use of student learning outcomes assessment.


Wayne State University

Wayne State University’s program assessment webpage presents a detailed overview of how the university assesses student learning within programs. Located on the webpage is a framework that outlines each of the university’s assessment steps, including identifying programs goals, specifying intended outcomes, improving programs based on results, and measuring whether students meet outcomes. These steps are… Read more »

University of Montana

The University of Montana’s Planning Assessment Continuum website provides a collection of information regarding the university’s assessment practices in conservation with institutional and policy concerns. Visitors to the website can browse four areas of focus, which includes Planning, Implementation, and Analysis. In addition, within each area is content related to conducting assessments such as the… Read more »

Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University’s Student Life Studies website includes highlights from its various assessment initiatives, such as its participation in the Student Experience in the Research University Survey, in the Assessment Educational Series for 2014, and the use of campus surveys. In addition, the Student Leader Learning Outcomes Project provides information for staff to utilize with… Read more »

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology’s Student Learning Outcomes Assessment website presents information regarding institution-level assessment processes taking place at the university. Included within the website are essential outcomes for the University, an Institutional Effectiveness Map (IE MAP), and information about the university’s assessment measures. Further, there is information on assessment awards and grants including the Provost’s… Read more »

The Ohio State University’s Center for the Study of Student Life (CSSL)

The Ohio State University’s Center for the Study of Student Life (CSSL) website presents clear and concise information regarding the university’s ability to positively impact student development and outcomes. Visitors to the website can view a database of CSSL Reports pertaining to “Diversity and Inclusion”, “Involvement and Engagement”, “Wellness”, among other categories. Also located on… Read more »