Our services
Comprehensive Solutions for Character & Leadership Development in Higher Education
We help institutions unlock excellence by providing data-driven assessments, personalized reporting, and expert consulting to enhance student success, leadership development, and institutional effectiveness. Our services are structured into three levels. With this structured approach, universities can systematically measure, analyze, and act on key insights to improve student outcomes and institutional success.
personal and community benefits
Why do character skills matter in higher education?
Character skills are crucial in preparing college students to become productive members of society, aligning perfectly with the mission of higher education institutions. Developing these abilities not only ensures academic success but also equips students to thrive in their personal and professional lives.
Enhanced Social Interactions
Skills like empathy and teamwork foster better relationships among peers and professors, creating a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Improved Academic Performance
Critical thinking and resilience enable college students to tackle academic challenges confidently, leading to better educational outcomes.
Lifelong Learning
Character skills instill a love for learning and personal growth, ensuring students continue to develop and adapt throughout their lives.
Professional Readiness
Attributes such as responsibility, time management, and ethical behavior make college graduates well-suited for the workforce, fulfilling societal needs for capable and principled professionals.
Level 1
Assessments
We provide proprietary assessments that evaluate students, faculty, and admissions candidates on key character and leadership skills. Our tools—ELEVATE, ASCEND Admissions, and VANGUARD—offer institutions reliable, data-driven insights to measure and develop essential traits like resilience, leadership, and adaptability.
Key Deliverables
- Data-driven character and leadership skill reports – Comprehensive evaluation of key competencies.
- Admissions evaluation tools – Helping institutions make informed enrollment decisions.
- Customized assessments – Supporting student success and leadership programs.
Benefits
- Improve application review efficiency
- Reduce staff burnout
- Improve student retention and success rates
- Identify candidates who align with institutional values
- Build a diverse, high-performing student body
Who It Supports
- Undergraduate Admissions – Institutions can streamline student selection and identify students who will thrive academically and socially in their new environment.
- Graduate Admissions – Identifying students with high potential beyond traditional metrics.
- International Admissions – Ensuring international applicants are a social and cultural fit.
- First Year Experience – Helping students understand their non-cognitive strengths and help them assimilate.
- Student Development Programs – Assessing students to tailor and enhance programs that support a smooth transition into college and foster continuous growth.
- Leadership Potential Evaluation – Assessing leadership readiness and development for graduate students, faculty, and professionals.
Level 2
Reporting
Our reporting services turn raw assessment data into meaningful, actionable insights. We provide universities with personalized reports, benchmarking data, and progress tracking to drive student success, enhance faculty development, and refine institutional programs.
Key Deliverables
- Personalized program and course evaluation reports – Actionable insights for improving student development initiatives.
- Institutional benchmarking and comparative insights – Identifying areas for growth.
- Student development progress tracking – Measuring individual and cohort progress over time.
Benefits
- Identify strengths and weaknesses in existing programs
- Improve student engagement and long-term success
- Optimize resource allocation for maximum impact
- Enhance course effectiveness and student learning outcomes
- Equip faculty with data-backed teaching insights
- Support accreditation and institutional improvement efforts
Who It Supports
- Program Evaluation – Providing personalized reports on the effectiveness of character development initiatives.
- Course Evaluation – Delivering customized insights on how courses influence student character and leadership growth.
- Character Skill Analysis – Identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
- Student Development Tracking – Measuring student progress over time.
- Institutional Benchmarking – Comparing performance against peer institutions.
Level 3
Consulting
Beyond assessment and reporting, we offer expert guidance to help institutions implement effective character and leadership development initiatives. Our consulting services include targeted coaching, faculty training, and institutional strategy support, ensuring lasting impact.
Key Deliverables
- Targeted coaching and remediation strategies – Helping students build character and leadership skills.
- Faculty and staff development training – Strengthening educators’ ability to foster student growth.
- Custom workshops – Integrating character and leadership development into academic programs.
Benefits
- Strengthen faculty impact on student success
- Foster a culture of leadership and continuous improvement
- Improve faculty retention and satisfaction
- Strengthen institutional reputation and program credibility
Who It Supports
- Student Development & Success – Providing coaching and remediation strategies.
- Faculty & Staff Development – Equipping educators with leadership training and mentoring tools.
- Workshops & Training – Custom sessions to integrate character skill development into academic and leadership programs.
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Character Arc LLC
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and Brookfield, CT
Character Arc is dedicated to empowering educational institutions by fostering the development of essential character skills in students and faculty. Through evidence-based assessments, coaching, and mentoring, we help individuals enhance their personal and professional growth. Our holistic approach focuses on improving student success, retention, and leadership outcomes, ensuring institutions cultivate a thriving academic environment. By offering tailored solutions, Character Arc supports schools in creating effective, character-driven learning experiences. Let us help you unlock the full potential of your students and faculty with transformative, character-focused strategies.
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