Capacity, Quality & Value

Program evaluation can be a powerful tool for guiding and supporting effective programming.  However, ineffective evaluation places programs at risk for obtaining weak, incomplete, or even misleading findings.  ARC offers top-quality program evaluation and related services, providing excellent value and meaningful insight at every funding level.  We help service providers choose the evaluation that will serve them best by presenting options at several price points and clearly describing the positives and negatives associated with each.

Learn more about ARC's program evaluation services:

• Entry-Level Program Evaluation

• Mid-Level Program Evaluation

Related Services

Learn more about program evaluation in general:

If you are just beginning to think about program evaluation or would like to learn more about it as you select an evaluator, these resources will help you consider how to go forward.

Entry-Level Program Evaluation

• What does it cost? For as little as $1,500, ARC can help programs evaluate the quality of their core services. 

• What will it accomplish? This level of evaluation provides vital information about the dynamics that promote outcomes, limited indications of the outcomes themselves, and basic reporting. 

• Who should consider an entry-level evaluation? Programs best-suited for this level of evaluation include those with no dedicated evaluation funding but a desire to learn about their programming and show potential funders a commitment to evaluation.

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Mid-Level Program Evaluation

• What does it cost? The costs associated with mid-level evaluations can vary from $5,000 - $10,000 depending on the scope of the project and the travel required. 

• What will it accomplish? ARC will provide considerable insight on core services and a range of outcomes, particularly attitudes and competencies.  Onsite interviewing and observation are available options, and reporting is substantial. 

• Who should consider a mid-level evaluation? Programs best-suited for this level of evaluation include those with some evaluation funding, a strong commitment to learning about their programming, and a desire to position themselves to compete for substantial future funding.

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Related Services:

For programs conducting internal evaluations or simply in need of different consulting assistance, ARC offers support with program development, survey design, and creation of other tools to support programming.