Measuring Well-Being in a College Campus Setting

A comprehensive technical report detailing the development, methodology, and validation of the ACHF Emotional Well-Being Survey.

This white paper describes the development of the American College Health Foundation (ACHF) Emotional Well-Being Survey, a tool designed to assess mental health and emotional well-being in higher education settings. The report addresses the lack of a universally accepted definition of well-being and the inconsistencies in measuring well-being across campuses. The survey focuses on five key dimensions: Community and Belonging, Coping and Stress Management, Purpose and Meaning, Subjective Well-being, and Institutional Environment. It was piloted at six diverse institutions and revealed insights into the mental health and well-being of staff, students, and faculty.

The survey findings highlighted variations in well-being across different demographics and the influence of environmental factors. This research confirms the importance of institutional support in enhancing mental health and emotional well-being on college campuses.

If your campus is interested in administering this survey to staff, students, and faculty, please contact Christine Kukich for pricing and availability.

See Also:

• Framing Well-Being in a College Campus Setting
• ACHF Emotional Well-Being Survey: Technical Report on Tool Development
• The Influence of Environmental Factors, Including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, on the Emotional Well-Being of Students, Staff, and Faculty