Research & Assessment
Presented in part by contributions to the NIRSA Foundation
Whether you’re advocating the principles of collegiate recreation or seeking funding for a renovation project, we believe there can never be too much information to share.
NIRSA’s Research & Assessment is second-to-none with regards to collegiate recreation, and we continue looking for new ways to grow — and share — our knowledge with you.
Value of Collegiate Recreation
Recreational Sports Journal
The Recreational Sports Journal is NIRSA’s scholarly publication for sharing empirical, theoretical, and applied research in the field of collegiate recreation.
Emerging Trends
NIRSA helps professionals stay on the cutting edge in the collegiate recreation field. Find out how you can benefit from staying ahead of the curve.
Benefits of Collegiate Recreation
Utilize NIRSA’s repository of research in the field of collegiate recreation to support the value of and to improve your recreational programs and services.
Benchmarking and Assessment Tools
Institutional Data Set
NIRSA’s powerful benchmarking tool provides members with access to current and relevant data on the facilities, programs, and services offered by NIRSA member institutions.
Risk Management Best Practices
NIRSA has partnered with risk management experts, SportRisk, to help you find out how your risk management practices compare to the collegiate recreation industry across North America.
Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education
As a CAS Member Association, NIRSA participates in collaborative projects to achieve our shared goal of fostering healthy learning environments.
Facilities & Construction Reports
NIRSA Member Institutions are innovators and builders. Find out what’s being constructed in the field of collegiate recreation across campuses nationwide.
NIRSA Salary Benchmarking
Salary Reports
Participate in NIRSA’s Salary Census of collegiate recreation profession and view past census reports.
Salary Benchmarking
Use the NIRSA Salary Benchmarking platform to see how your salary compares to national values.
Research Opportunities for Members
NIRSA Grant Program
NIRSA’s grant program supports the development and dissemination of research in the field of collegiate recreation.
Peer-to-Peer Research
NIRSA supports ongoing member research. Support for peer-to-peer surveys and research projects is guided by the NIRSA Research & Assessment Committee.
Research Leadership
Research Advisement
The NIRSA Research Advisement Work Team is available to all professional and student members who may need assistance in developing a research project.
Research Agenda
NIRSA educates and develops professionals and students through its support and engagement in scholarly research activities that advance the field of collegiate recreation.
Research Committee & Charges
NIRSA’s Research and Assessment Committee facilitates access to relevant research and assessment information by enhancing research and assessment resources for the Association.