College Rating
Explore college excellence through QS I-GAUGE Rating
QS I-GAUGE College Rating uses a comprehensive framework to highlight a college's strengths and unique attributes. The assessment evaluates institutions across seven core and two advanced criteria, providing a holistic understanding of their performance. Based on the results, colleges are awarded overall and category-specific badges, ranging from Bronze to Platinum. These badges serve as a mark of institutional excellence, enabling students, parents, peers, partners, and other stakeholders to make well-informed decisions.
Stakeholder Surveys – Higher Education
4K
Alumni Responses
11K
Faculty Responses
112K
Student Responses
Key Areas of Evaluation for Institutional Excellence
Core Criteria
Teaching & Learning (TL)
Faculty Quality (FQ)
Employability (EP)
Diversity and Accessibility (DA)
Facilities (FC)
Social Responsibility (SR)
Governance and Structure (GS)
Advanced Criteria
Arts & Culture (AC)
Entrepreneurship (ET)
Internationalisation (IS)
Research (RE)
Innovation (IV)
Academic Development (AD)
Key Areas of Evaluation for Arts and Sciences Colleges
Teaching and Learning (TL)
Faculty Quality (FQ)
Student Progression (SP)
Diversity and Accessibility (DA)
Facilities (FC)
Social Responsibility (SR)
Academic Development and Governance (AG)
QS I-GAUGE College Rating process
We use a robust model to evaluate universities based on key metrics. Our comprehensive approach provides valuable insights for students, parents, and educators, aiding in well-informed decision-making.
Project Initiation
A dedicated Research Analyst initiates the process by conducting a detailed orientation session with the assigned Point of Contact (POC) from the college. This orientation ensures clarity on data requirements and establishes a seamless communication channel for acquiring necessary information.
Data Collection
Our assessment process involves two key data sources: survey data collected from students, faculty, and alumni and self-reported data submitted by the college in a standardized format. The data is securely stored in cloud storage, maintaining strict confidentiality throughout and after the assessment.
Data and Evidence Evaluation
Our Research Analyst maintains regular communication with the college's Point of Contact (POC) to clarify and gather additional evidence as necessary. Upon completion, the assessment undergoes rigorous quality checks conducted by QS I-GAUGE peer reviewers and the QS Intelligence Unit in London, ensuring its accuracy and reliability.
College Rating
Following the assessment, the college receives a detailed scorecard that highlights its key strengths and areas for improvement. The college will be awarded a certificate, an overall rating badge, and category-wise badges. Results are published on the QS I-GAUGE website to assist students, parents, and other stakeholders in making informed decisions.
Explore our top-rated Colleges
Are you a student, parent, academic, researcher, or someone looking for quality-focused colleges? Explore the list of QS I-GAUGE-rated colleges below.
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