PROPRIETARY ASSESSMENT TOOLS
Empowering Higher Education
Through Data-Driven Insights
Our proprietary assessment tools are designed to unlock the full potential of students, faculty, and institutions by offering a data-driven, holistic approach to evaluating character skills. Whether you’re in admissions, student development, or leadership training, our tools—ASCEND Admissions, ELEVATE Holistic Inventory, and VANGUARD Advanced Assessment—provide comprehensive insights into academic performance, leadership potential, well-being, and interpersonal effectiveness. By combining standardized metrics with personalized data, these tools help higher education institutions make informed decisions, tailor support strategies, and cultivate future leaders. Explore how each of our tools can transform your approach to student success, development, and institutional growth.
HOLISTIC ADMISSIONS MADE SIMPLE
ASCEND Admissions
Our proprietary tool, ASCEND Admissions, is tailored for the admissions process. ASCEND Admissions provides a comprehensive evaluation of academic performance, leadership potential, well-being, and motivation by analyzing key character skills. By combining standardized metrics with personalized data, this innovative tool delivers data-driven insights that help institutions identify candidates who demonstrate both technical prowess and exceptional non-cognitive qualities. With ASCEND Admissions, every application is evaluated holistically, paving the way for a more inclusive, efficient, and strategic admissions process that unlocks the full potential of future leaders.
Measures
5 Holistic Areas of student potential: Academic, Mental Well-Being, Leadership, Motivation and Community Engagement
Reporting Deliverables
Access to results data via dashboard
Applicable to
Admissions Professionals, Undergraduate Enrollment, International Admissions, First-Generation, Honors Programs, Summer/Bridge Programs
Length of Test
80 questions
Time Required
10–15 minutes
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
ELEVATE Holistic Inventory
Our flagship and most comprehensive tool for student support, development, and success. ELEVATE Holistic Inventory leverages a data-driven approach to evaluate 20 individual character skills. By combining standardized metrics with personalized insights, ELEVATE enables institutions to identify individual strengths and pinpoint areas for targeted intervention. Beyond student development, ELEVATE also helps professors assess the impact of their classes and curriculum on students’ character growth, providing valuable feedback to refine teaching strategies and enhance educational outcomes. This comprehensive assessment empowers administrators and faculty to implement proactive support strategies that foster lasting student success and holistic growth.
Measures
20 unique character skills which impact student outcome
Customized Reports to meet your Institution's needs
Access to results data via dashboard
Applicable to
Students and Professors, Student Development, Student Success, First Year Experience, Program Evaluation and Monitoring
Length of Test
100 questions
Time Required
15–20 minutes
LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT FOR FUTURE INNOVATORS
VANGUARD Advanced Assessment
VANGUARD Advanced Assessment is our proprietary tool designed for graduate and MBA admissions, as well as faculty development. Measuring 15 higher-level leadership skills-including cultural competence, empathy, listening, and strategic decision-making-VANGUARD provides a comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s leadership potential and interpersonal effectiveness. By leveraging data-driven insights, this assessment helps institutions identify and develop future leaders who can navigate complex challenges, foster collaboration, and drive organizational success. Whether used for admissions or faculty growth, VANGUARD empowers institutions to cultivate leaders who excel in both character and capability.
Measures
15 advanced character skills within the areas of emotional and cultural competency which impact leadership potential
Customized Reports to meet your Institution's needs
Access to results data via dashboard
Applicable to
Administrators developing and/or evaluating Leadership Skills, Graduate Admissions, MBA Admissions, Leadership Development, Medical Programs, Higher Ed Leadership
Length of Test
120 questions
Time Required
20–25 minutes
How We Support Institutions
Understanding and developing character skills is essential for fostering well-rounded, capable students who are prepared for both academic and professional success. Combined with our assessment tools, our comprehensive services provide institutions with the tools to assess, analyze, and enhance these critical skills through data-driven insights, personalized reporting, and expert consulting. Explore our services to see how we can help your institution cultivate stronger student outcomes, support faculty development, and build a thriving academic community.
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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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