1.2: Provider Scorecards

Use data from government agencies to create provider scorecards.

Other Information:

Reliable data from government agencies can be used to create provider scorecards that compare how well different service providers perform. Scorecards are a tool for agencies and consumers to make more informed decisions and choices-and for providers to better understand and improve their performance. If data on participant characteristics are available, such as education level or income, scorecards can go a step further by enabling more detailed comparisons of alternative providers that serve people with similar characteristics.

Stakeholder(s):

• Service Providers


• Department of Education: Example: The College Scorecard, launched earlier this year, highlights key indicators about the cost and value of colleges and universities to help high school students choose a post-secondary school that meets their needs. It is produced by the Department of Education and posted on its web site. The Scorecard includes data on costs, graduation rates, loan default rates, and average student debt-and average earnings of recent graduates will be added soon.


• Colleges


• Universities

Indicator(s):

Indicator:1

Content