Institutional Research data serves as the official source of evidence, research-based information about Virginia Military Institute's cadets, faculty, and staff. We provide data and analysis to internal and external stakeholders such as the federal government, the State Council of Higher Education (SCHEV), and the executive administration of VMI for use in data-informed decision-making. We disseminate actionable information designed to improve operations that affect student learning, both directly and indirectly. We also provide routine and ad-hoc reports and analysis to assist in informed decision-making across the Post.

The VMI Fact Book provides an annual snapshot of key institutional data, offering comprehensive information on enrollment, demographics, faculty and staff profiles, academic programs, athletics, finances, outcomes, and more. It serves as an essential resource for understanding VMI's academic and institutional performance.

The Data Dictionary provides definitions for key terms to ensure the consistency, clarity, and understanding of data across all systems.

 The Common Data Set (CDS) initiative is a collaborative effort among data providers in the higher education community and publishers as represented by the College Board, Peterson's, and U.S. News & World Report. The combined goal of this collaboration is to improve the quality and accuracy of information provided to all involved in a student's transition into higher education, as well as to reduce the reporting burden on data providers. 

IR Statement of Ethical Principles

Data use for decision-making in higher education is critical for improving student success and institutional effectiveness. Those improvements are valuable only when achieved through integrity, professionalism, and fairness. In September 2019, the Association for Institutional Research (AIR) Board of Directors approved the AIR Statement of Ethical Principles to modernize the principles guiding our professional community.

The Association for Institutional Research affirms the overarching principles regarding the use of data to facilitate insights and improve decision-making. These principles guide us as we promote the use of data, analytics, information, and evidence to improve higher education.

Approved by the AIR Board of Directors