Colleges and universities dedicate significant resources to institutional strategic planning, yet there is little evidence to inform how to make those plans effective. This study examines how U.S. higher education strategic plans are developed, communicated, and implemented, how closely they remain aligned as they move through the institution, and the role leaders at every level plan in carrying them out.

The study is open to faculty and staff at all levels at U.S. colleges and universities. It is anonymous and will take 15-18 minutes to complete. Findings will be shared with anyone who is interested. Click on the link below to complete or share the survey.