The Francis Marion University Institutional Planning office develops and implements a comprehensive institutional planning cycle and documentation process for the university. Our goals is to collaborate with faculty and administrative staff to obtain documentation and information pertaining to institutional planning.

The Office of Institutional Research is devoted to obtaining empirical information to assist in the assessment of program effectiveness, research on institutional processes, development of strategic plans, and provision of a valid description of the characteristics of the University’s students, faculty, financial status, staff and facilities. Efforts are being made to increase the quality of our data, its format, and its availability to faculty and staff.

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness encourages continuous assessment and improvement of academic programs, student support offices, and administrative services by providing leadership and actively participating in the strategic planning and evaluation processes for the University.