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Boston University Retention Score

Boston University is in the Bottom 40% of similar sized companies in its ability to retain quality employees. 50% of employees would not leave Boston University if they were offered a job for more money while 53% are excited to go to work each day. Overall, 50% of Boston University's employees feel the company is doing what it should to retain them while 50% may be considering new employment. Quality employees are difficult to find which makes retaining them all the more important.

Last updated months ago.

Where This Score Ranks Boston University's Retention

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40%
In the Bottom 40% of 1799 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
BOTTOM
35%
In the Bottom 35% of 272 Nearby Companies in Boston
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C65 / 100

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Who Ranks Boston University's Retention the Highest?

Experience - Entry Level 81/100

Gender - Male 70/100

Experience - Over 10 Years 69/100

Who Ranks Boston University's Retention the Lowest?

Experience - 3 to 6 Years 44/100

Ethnicity - Caucasian 57/100

Experience - 6 to 10 Years 58/100

Boston University Retention At a Glance

Boston University's Retention score is rated a "C" by 32 employees. The category helps understand Boston University's focus and commitment to retaining employees in their organization.

Over the past three months, Boston University's Retention score has remained steady at 65/100. Boston University ranks in 1st place versus 0 competitors which include .

Boston University's Retention score is in the Bottom 40% of 1799 similar sized companies (5,001-10,000 Employees) on Comparably. The Company ranks in the Bottom 35% compared to 272 nearby companies in Boston.

Boston University's Retention Trendline

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How Boston University's Retention Score is Calculated

Answer	Percent
Yes	29%
No	71%

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

Answer	Percent
Yes	86%
No	14%

Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?

out of 100

How would you rate the quality of your coworkers?

Answer	Percent
Yes	53%
No	47%

Are you typically excited about going to work each day?

Answer	Percent
Every week	40%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	0%
Once a year	60%
Never	0%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	75%
No	25%

Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	50%
No	50%

Do Your Company Leaders Do What They Should to Retain You as an Employee?

Answer	Percent
Very Secure	50%
Secure Enough	17%
Neutral	33%
Insecure	0%
Very Insecure	0%

How secure do you feel your job is at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	67%
No	33%

Do you have a close friend at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	67%
No	33%

Would you leave your current job for a 20% raise at a different company?

Answer	Percent
Multiple times a week	25%
Once a week	25%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	50%
Never	0%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	67%
No	33%

Do you feel burnt out at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	100%
No	0%

Are you challenged at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	50%
No	50%

Would you turn down a job offer today, for slightly more money?

Answer	Percent
Yes	100%
No	0%

Are you proud to be a part of your company?

Boston University's Retention Rank Against Similar Sized Companies on Comparably

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40%

Boston University ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies on Comparably with 5,001-10,000 Employees for Retention Score.

Boston University's Retention Rank Against Other Companies Nearby

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35%

Boston University ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies in Boston for Retention Score.

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