University of the Virgin Islands 
Board of Trustees Meeting
March 8, 2014
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Faculty Publication (1A)
UVI Offering (1B)
P-16 Collaborative (1D)
Average Salaries of Instructional staff (1E, 5B)
Number of Staff (5B)
Faculty service activities (3B)
University’s data repository (3G)
Financial Aid to Students (6C, 6E)
Financial (6A, 6B, 6C, 6G, 6F,2A, 1A)
Research (6F)
Development (6C, 6E)
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Peers comparisons are made 
using UVI institutional Peers
Institutional Peers 

Alabama A&M University 

Clark Atlanta University 

Langston University 

Albany State University 

University of Guam 

University of Turabo, Puerto Rico 

University of the West Indies –
Cave Hill 

Western New Mexico University 

Savannah State University 

Ohio State University - Lima 
Campus
Aspirational Peers 

SUNY at Purchase College 

Wayne State College 

Oregon Institute of Technology 

Delaware State University 

University of Hawaii at Hilo 

Alfred University 

Andrews University 

University of Wisconsin - Superior 

University of Montevallo 

The University of Texas of the 
Permian Basin 
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***A process for this measure/indicator has 
been established and data is still being 
compiled. An update will be provided at the 
next reporting cycle***
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1A: Increase faculty productivity and effectiveness by expanding research and faculty 
scholarship expectations and opportunities. 
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By spring 2016, UVI faculty will increase the number of faculty publications by 10 percent
over current numbers
Data Source: UVI Libraries
UVI offers 43 academic programs including 9 
associate, 27 bachelor and 7 graduate 
degrees through five schools and colleges.
New Program offering: Bachelors of Business 
Administration in Information Systems and 
Technology
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1B: Increase the number of academic programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
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By fall 2017, UVI will increase by five the number of programs at the graduate and 
undergraduate levels.
Data Source: UVI Website
Number of UVI exiting students who have successfully passed 
the PRAXIS examination:
◦In spring 2012—of 16 students exiting the program 14 
were successful on the PRAXIS (pass rate: 87.5%)
◦In spring 2013 – of 15 students exiting 13 passed the 
PRAXIS (pass rate: 86.6%)
◦In fall 2013 – of 4 students exiting the program, 4 were 
successful on PRAXIS (pass rate:100%)
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1D: Fully implement the P-16 Collaborative with the Department of Education, the Board of 
Education, the Department of Human Services and the private schools.
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By fall 2017, UVI will reduce to 60 percent the number of entering students who need to 
take skill courses. 
•
UVI will fully implement the teacher certification program funded by SAFRA.
Data Source: School of Education - UVI
1E: . Improve the quality of teaching at all levels of the University. Develop competitive 
compensation packages inclusive of salary and benefits.
•
Develop competitive compensation packages inclusive of salary and benefits. 
5B: Increase persistence rates of employees at the University. Increase the retention rate of 
employees by 5 percent over current levels.
•
By December 2015, UVI will increase the retention rate of employees by 5 percent over 
current levels.
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Data Source: IPEDS, Human Resources - UVI
Full-time
Part-time
FTE Staff**
Staff 
Turn-over 
Rate (FT)
Faculty  
Turn-over 
Rate (FT)
FY 2011-12
488
208
557
4%
2%
FY 2012-13
486
242
567
8%
2%
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*Faculty and staff
**Full-time-equivalent (FTE) staff is calculated by summing the total number of full-time staff 
and adding one third of the total number of part-time staff. 
Graduate assistants are not included in the above figures.
Source: UVI HR & IPEDS report
UVI 
FY 2011-12
UVI
FY 2012-13
Peers
FY 2012-13
All Ranks
$63,494
$62,810
$55,526
Professor
$82,436
$77,944
$72,769
Associate Professor
$64,760
$66,815
$57,885
Assistant Professor
$54,446
$53,062
$50,839
Instructor
$39,072
$41,348
$38,452
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Data Source: IPEDS
Employees fringe benefits: 33% of annual salaries
$41,348
$53,062
$66,815
$77,944
$62,810
$38,452
$50,839
$57,885
$72,769
$55,526
$0
$40,000
$80,000
Instructors
Assistant Professor
Associate Professor
Professors
All Ranks
Peers
UVI
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*Institutional Peers
Data Source: IPEDS
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RELOCATION & MOVING EXPENSES

HOUSING

INSURANCE PROGRAMS
◦
Group Health, Dental and Prescription Drugs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Compulsory 
◦
Group Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment/Non-Contributory - $10,000
◦
Contributory – Plan A @ 1x, 2x’s, 3x’s, 4x’s base annual salary
◦
B @ $10,000, 15,000, $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, $100,000, $150,000
◦
Death Benefits (3/5 of base salary paid to beneficiaries)
◦
Income Disability (Eligible after one year of continuous employment)
◦
Medical Air Services Association – MASA (Optional)
◦
American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus-AFLAC (Optional)
◦
Worker’s Compensation

RETIREMENT- DEFINED CONTRIBUTION OR DEFINED BENEFIT ACCOUNTS-COMPULSORY
◦
Employee percentage=8%, Employer Percentage=14.5% for TIAA-CREF Annuity Plan
◦
***Employee percentage=*8.5%, Employer Percentage=17.5% for (GERS) Government Employees Retirement
System. 

EDUCATION
◦
Free tuition For Faculty, Spouse, and Eligible Dependents 
◦
Tuition Exchange Program for Eligible Dependent Children
◦
Auditing Privileges
◦
Library Privileges

HEALTH SERVICES

SAVINGS PLAN

LEAVE BENEFITS

PRE-TAX BENEFITS

OTHERS
◦
Direct Deposit of payroll checks
◦
Notary Public 
Data Source: Human Resources - UVI
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
INSURANCE PROGRAMS
◦
Group Health, Dental, Prescription Drugs, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-Compulsory 
◦
Group Life, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment / Non-Contributory - $10,000
◦
Contributory – Plan A @ 1x, 2x’s, 3x’s, 4x’s base annual salary
◦
Plan B @ $5, 000, $10,000, 15,000, $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, $100,000, $150,000
◦
Medical Air Services Association – MASA (Optional)
◦
American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus-AFLAC (Optional)
◦
Worker’s Compensation

RETIREMENT- DEFINED CONTRIBUTION ACCOUNT-COMPULSORY 
◦
Employee percentage=*8.5%, Employer Percentage=17.5% (GERS) for Government Employees Retirement System
(*Participants that have uninterrupted service credit of more than five years with GERS prior to October 1, 2005, 
employee contribution percentage rate is 8%)

RETIREMENT-TAX DEFERRED CONTRIBUTION ACCOUNT

EDUCATION
◦
Free tuition for Full-time Employees, Spouse and Eligible Dependents 
◦
Tuition Exchange Program for Eligible Dependent Children 
◦
Auditing Privileges
◦
Library Privileges

HEALTH SERVICES

SAVINGS PLAN

LEAVE BENEFITS

PRE-TAX BENEFITS-(Flexible Spending Account)
Data Source: Human Resources - UVI
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
RELOCATION EXPENSES

HOUSING

INSURANCE PROGRAMS
◦
Group Health, Dental, Prescription Drugs, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)-Compulsory 
◦
Group Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment/Non-Contributory - $10,000
◦
Contributory – Plan A @ 1x, 2x’s, 3x’s, 4x’s base annual salary
◦
Plan B @ $10,000, 15,000, $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, $100,000, $150,000
◦
**Death Benefits (3/5 of base salary paid to beneficiaries)
◦
Income Disability (Eligible after one year of continuous employment)
◦
Medical Air Services Association – MASA (Optional)
◦
American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus-AFLAC (Optional)
◦
Worker’s Compensation

RETIREMENT- DEFINED CONTRIBUTION or DEFINED BENEFIT ACCOUNTS-COMPULSORY 
◦
Employee percentage=8%, Employer Percentage=14.5% for TIAA-CREF Annuity Plan OR
◦
***Employee percentage=* 8.5%, Employer Percentage=17.5% for (GERS) Government Employees 

RETIREMENT-TAX DEFERRED CONTRIBUTION ACCOUNT

EDUCATION
◦
Free tuition For Full-time Employees, Spouse, and Eligible Dependents 
◦
Tuition Exchange Program for Eligible Dependent Children 
◦
Auditing Privileges
◦
Library Privileges

HEALTH SERVICES

SAVINGS PLAN

LEAVE BENEFITS

PRE-TAX BENEFITS
Data Source: Human Resources - UVI
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UVI Anti-Violence and Peace Initiative (AVPI) : The UVI Anti-Violence and Peace 
Initiative (AVPI) was formed to promote peace across the Virgin Islands by supporting anti-violence 
organizations and programs in an effort to avoid, document, and eradicate acts of violence. 

AVPI co-sponsored the inaugural 18-mile Peace Walk on March 16, 2013.

AVPI co-sponsored, along with the Association of Virgin Islands' Psychologists, the From Hurt to 
Healing: A Community Approach to Treating Trauma on May 16-17, 2012 on the UVI campuses 
on St Croix and St Thomas. 

Dr. Frank Mills and Dr. Asha DeGannes made presentations about the mission and plans of AVPI 
to two Rotary clubs on St. Thomas: Rotary Sunrise on July 16, 2013 and Rotary St Thomas II on 
August 14, 2013. 

President Hall, Dr. Mills, Dr. DeGannes and Mr. Curtis attended a peaceful demonstration and vigil 
in memory of David Payne, Jr. on August 30, 2013 at the Alexander Justice Complex. 

AVPI hopes to implement the Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) program at UVI.
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3B:  Develop and implement a formal mentorship program between UVI personnel and 
identified community groups.
•
By Fall 2015, there will be in place a distinct volunteer program at UVI that is offering 
services to the public
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GeoCAS: Institute for Geocomputational Analysis and Statistics
GeoCAS is a greatly successful and productive program, filling a deeply 
needed niche and addressing the demands of the geospatial research and 
planning community in the Territory.

More than 100 VI professionals have received certified GIS training, 8 graduate 
students have completed a 4 credit GIS certified training course and 15 
undergraduate students are currently taking a GIS course using the GeoCAS facilities.
3G: Provide access to University intellectual and other resources through technology to enhance 
UVI’s position and leadership within the region.
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By fall 2013, UVI will increase the number of persons that access the University’s automated data 
repository as a credible source of reference for research and other purposes.
Total financial aid for first year students
Federal Grant Aid
Val and Sal Scholarships
Institutional Scholarships
Student Loans
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6C: Increase enrollment across the University.
6E: Expand the funding base of the University through increased philanthropic support. 
Data Source: IPEDS
Source: IPEDS Reports
Aid Year 11-12
Aid Year 12-13
Average Peers 
Aid Year 12-13
Federal Grants
71%
72%
74%
Pell Grants
71%
72%
73%
Other Federal Grants
9%
8%
13%
Val and Sal Scholarships
4%
3%
N/A
Institutional scholarships
28%
32%
21%
Federal Loans to Students
35%
38%
66%
Federal, State, Local or 
Institutional Aid
80%
80%
85%
Any Type of Financial Aid 
91%
91%
92%
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Average amount of aid paid to full-time first-year students:

Aid Year 11-12: $5,253

Aid Year 12-13: $5,474
Source: IPEDS
All references to FY 2013 are based on unaudited numbers.
Data Source: IPEDS, UVI Administration and Finance 
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1A: Increase faculty productivity and effectiveness by expanding research and faculty scholarship 
expectations and opportunities. 
2A: UVI will produce graduates who are academically excellent, globally sensitive, entrepreneurially  
focused, emotionally and spiritually balanced, and committed to serving the world. 
6A: Create an institutional culture of entrepreneurship.
6B: Increase revenues from new client bases, new products, and other revenue generating activities.
6C: Increase enrollment across the University. 
6F:  Increase the number and dollar value of federal, corporate, and industry grants awarded to the 
University. 
6G: Restore local government funding to 2009 levels and higher. 
6H: Enhance productivity and sustainability of auxiliaries.
Financial Indicators – FY 2013 (unaudited)
◦VI Government Support
3%
◦UVI Revenues from Operations*
16%
◦Revenues from Centres and Auxiliaries
17%
◦Total Operating Revenues
**
10%
Summary Revenues - FY 2012 (audited)
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• Unrestricted Revenues                                    
• Federal Restricted Revenues
• Local Capital Appropriation 
(Debt Service)
• Gifts
• Net Investment Income
• Total Actual Sources of Funds 
FY2012
$44,764,277           9%
$22,405,853          15%
$  3,992,205          
$  1,404,204           30%
$  3,000,000          200%
$75,564,539             9%
*Revenues from Operations(restricted + unrestricted) = tuition and fees + federal grants and contracts (excluding student 
grants) + state grants and contracts + auxiliary + miscellaneous income. 
**Operating revenues (unrestricted) = tuition and fees + government operating appropriations + auxiliary + miscellaneous 
income. (Source: UVI Administration and Finance)
VI Government Support      17% over FY 09
(Appropriations for operations FY 13 - $28,878,868)
(Appropriations for operations FY 09 - $34,638,278)             
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5 pts (FY 12 to FY 13)
Institutional Peers Average ratio 
FY 2011-12:  63%
56%
62%
67%
2011
2012
2013
28%
36%
36%
2011
2012
2013
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Institutional Peers Average ratio:  
FY 2011-12: 40% 
Total revenues for the essential education activities of the 
institution. Core revenues for public institutions (…GASB standards) 
include:
Tuition and fees
Government appropriations (federal, state, and local)
Government grants and contracts
Private gifts, grants, and contracts
Investment income
Other operating and non-operating sources 
Other revenues and additions
Core revenues exclude revenues from auxiliary enterprises (e.g., 
bookstores, residence halls), hospitals, and independent operations. 
(Source: IPEDS Glossary)
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Revenue Source  FY12
UVI % of Total 
Core Revenues
Institutional
Peers 
(FY 11-12)
Tuition and fees
19%
21%
Government appropriations
33%
32%
Government grants and contracts
37%
33%
Private gifts, grants, and contracts
3%
1%
Investment income
2%
1%
Other core revenues
6%
12%
Total core revenues
100%
100%
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The full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment used in this report is the sum of the institution’s FTE undergraduate enrollment and
FTE graduate enrollment (as calculated from or reported on the 12-month Enrollment component). FTE is estimated using 12-
month instructional activity (credit and/or contact hours). All doctor’s degree students are reported as graduate students.
Revenue Source  FY12
UVI FTE : 2,020
Peers Average FTE: 4,325
UVI Core 
Revenue per 
FTE Enrollment*
Peers Core 
Revenue per 
FTE 
Enrollment*
Tuition and fees
$  7,311
$  4,258
Government appropriations
$12,716
$  5,682
Government grants and contracts
$14,217
$  7,521
Private gifts, grants, and contracts
$  1,136
$     296
Investment income
$     845
$     264
Other core revenues
$  2,151
$  2,895
Total core revenues
$38,376
$20,916
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The full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment used in this report is the sum of the institution’s FTE undergraduate enrollment and
FTE graduate enrollment (as calculated from or reported on the 12-month Enrollment component). FTE is estimated using 12-
month instructional activity (credit and/or contact hours). All doctor’s degree students are reported as graduate students.
Total expenses for the essential education activities of the 
institution. Core expenses for public institutions (…GASB standards) 
include:
Instruction
Research
Public service
Academic support
Institutional support
Students services
Other core expenses
Core expenses include also expenses for operation and maintenance 
of plant, depreciation, scholarship, fellowships expenses, other 
expenses, and non-operating expenses. (Source: IPEDS Glossary)
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Revenue Source FY12
UVI % of Total Core 
Expenses
UVI % of Total Core 
Expenses
(FY 11-12)
Instruction
21%
38%
Research
14%
8%
Public service
13%
6%
Academic support
7%
9%
Institutional support
25%
17%
Students services
6%
8%
Other core expenses
14%
14%
Total core expenses
100%
100%
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The full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment used in this report is the sum of the institution’s FTE undergraduate enrollment and
FTE graduate enrollment (as calculated from or reported on the 12-month Enrollment component). FTE is estimated using 12-
month instructional activity (credit and/or contact hours). All doctor’s degree students are reported as graduate students.
Revenue Source FY12
UVI FTE : 2,020
Peers Average FTE: 4,325
UVI Core Expenses 
per FTE Enrollment
Peers Core 
Expenses per FTE 
Enrollment
Instruction
$  8,170
$  7,369
Research
$  5,252
$  2,158
Public service
$  4,855
$  1,685
Academic support
$  2,738
$  1,709
Institutional support
$  9,738
$  3,835
Students services
$  2,276
$  1,638
Other core expenses
$  5,528
$  3,317
Total core expenses
$38,258
$21,710
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The full-time equivalent (FTE) enrollment used in this report is the sum of the institution’s FTE undergraduate enrollment and
FTE graduate enrollment (as calculated from or reported on the 12-month Enrollment component). FTE is estimated using 12-
month instructional activity (credit and/or contact hours). All doctor’s degree students are reported as graduate students.
FY 2012-13: $17,851
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6F:  Increase the number and dollar value of federal, corporate, and industry grants awarded to the 
University. 
Data Source: Office of Sponsored Programs - UVI
$17
$15
$12
2011
2012
2013
Grants and Contracts
19%*
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*Based on actual numbers.  Calculation: $12,202,364- $15,049,301= -18.9%
$15,049,301
Millions
Awards by Source
FY 2012
FY 2013
Federal Direct Awards
$11,547,941
$  9,026,996
Federal Subcontracts
$  2,561,787 
$  1,694,457 
VI Territory
$    906, 173
$  1,187,317
Private
$       33,400
$     293,594
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•
In FY 2013 a total of 72 proposals (71 in FY 12) were submitted for 58 awards 
(56 in FY 2012). 
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Of the $12,202,364 received, $10,929,615 were allocated as Direct Costs and 
$1,272,749 as Indirect Costs.
Amount Awarded by  Recipients
FY 2012
FY 2013
College of Science and Mathematics
$      1,420,061 
$      1,967,552 
CLASS
$         49,000 
$         60,000 
School of Education
-
-
School of Business
_ 
$             6,400
School of Nursing
$      1,846,048 
$ 
2,012,730 
Research and Public Service
$     5,100,784 
$  
5,804,652 
Others (e.g. Athletics, CELL)
$     6,633,408 
$     2,351,030 
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6C: Increase enrollment across the University.
6E: Expand the funding base of the University through increased philanthropic support.
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By spring 2017, UVI will raise $15 million in gifts and contributions through annual 
giving and the capital campaign.
Data Source: Office of Institutional Advancement - UVI
Total Contribution: $462,154          61%
Cash Contribution:  $445,629          60%
Gift-in-Kind:
$  16,525          78%
Total Alumni Contributions      48% = $15,330
2% Traditional Alumni Contributed           6pts 
$14,370 Contributions                          46%  
Less 1% Special Alumni Contributed
$960 Contributions                               65%
56% Cabinet Contributed                              
$4,425 Total Contributions                    5%
44% Trustees Contributed                        6pts      
$22,750 Total Contributions                  40%
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