Tool Summary #

Qualtrics is an online survey platform used to create, distribute, and store surveys and the collected data. It generally features more depth and complexity than other online survey tools. It is a powerful data collection tool, and for that reason, it is often used by UMW for research, or when an elaborate survey setup is needed.

Quick Facts #

• Price: Free for UMW students and faculty.
• Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Mobile app.
• Recommended For: Students and Professors.
• Where to Access: UMW’s Qualtrics portal. Log in with a UMW NetID and password.

Things to Know #

Qualtrics offers advanced survey instruments that are especially useful for research, such as the ability to create a custom logic flow between questions or to randomize question order for each participant. There are several question types that Qualtrics features for use, such as matrix tables, text entry, graphical sliders, and more.

Survey data collected in Qualtrics can be transferred to spreadsheet tools like SPSS or Excel. Custom timeframes for taking the survey and metadata collection can also be set up.

Getting Started Guides #

UMW Qualtrics Page – Extra tips and common questions.

Qualtrics Survey Overview – How to create a survey step by step.

Additional Resources #

How to Add a Study to SONA as a Researcher (Qualtrics Integration) – YouTube Video walking through how to add a study to SONA.

Want More Help? #

Book an appointment with a consultant at the DKC. We would love to help!

Reviewed by Haley Gosman 10/01/24