Office of Institutional Research

Mission

The mission of the Office of Institutional Research is to provide leadership and support for the planning and evaluation efforts of the Loyola College community.  We manage the College’s reporting and accountability processes and respond to internal and external requests for information.   

Primary Goals

• Coordinate the institutional research functions of the College, including federal and state reporting, internal and external surveys, ad hoc data requests, and longitudinal research projects
  
• Produce accurate, concise, and timely management information to support effective institutional planning and decision-making
  
• Facilitate Loyola’s participation in national survey programs involving students, faculty, and staff 
  
• Support the College’s academic assessment activities
  
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of all institutional data
  
• Publish an annual fact book
  
• Provide data to academic departments for program review and accreditation self-studies 
  
• Support the research and evaluation efforts of other administrative offices and departments on campus