How does VCU get its True Numbers?
Annually since 2002, VCU has been conducting random campus-wide surveys of VCU students. Between 2002 and 2007, the survey was collected using scantrons in randomly selected, undergraduate classes. This process was both optional and anonymous and our response rate was generally 95% or higher. Since 2008, the survey methodology and instrument have changed. We continue to collect the data every spring, but currently use the updated, online ACHA NCHA II instrument. In addition, we are now random sampling graduate students as well. At the beginning of each spring semester, we obtain a list of all the email addresses for students enrolled in VCU spring classes. The list is sent to ACHA who then draws a random sample. One of every six students is randomly selected to participate. The survey is both optional and confidential. Students are assured that no one at VCU or ACHA can connect an individual student to their survey responses. A third party vendor creates a secure site that protects stu
