College Board reviews

3.6

56% would recommend to a friend

(662 total reviews)
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David Coleman

66% approve of CEO

66% positive business outlook

College Board has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 662 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The College Board employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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662 reviews
1.0
Aug 23, 2024

Disappointing Technology Re-org

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Pros

My feelings about College Board have changed with the new leadership but previously it was a good place for technology. The re-organization is sidelining the best leaders.

Cons

The recent leadership reorganization has led to a less diverse team, raising some concerns. Additionally, there’s been a noticeable shift in how successful, revenue-generating projects are being perceived, with increased oversight and a micromanagement approach. This has impacted the morale of the high-performing team that drove these successes, creating challenges in maintaining the same level of performance, especially after their contributions were not fully recognized.

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College Board Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience on working at College Board. We acknowledge your concerns and recognize the crucial role a diverse team plays in our success and the success of those we serve. We are proud of the diversity and talent of our technology leadership team. Our goal is to create an environment where colleagues from all backgrounds can thrive, grow, and be recognized for their exceptional contributions. We appreciate your feedback in helping us improve and encourage you to discuss any concerns with your talent business partner if you haven’t already.
2.0
Nov 17, 2023

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Pros

I made some good friends working there and overall it was a learning experience like everything in life.

Cons

It's taken me a while to gather my thoughts on my time at the College Board. Looking back, I'm disheartened by the way my manager handled our team. Having gained managerial experience elsewhere, I've come to realize that prioritizing the team's well-being and growth is paramount. During my nearly 4-year tenure, despite delivering exceptional results for the organization, my efforts were barely acknowledged with a meager 2% raise and no recognition. Reflecting on that period, it's evident how my manager aimed to keep me down. The leadership was lacking, especially considering the significance of the work we were doing. Now, as a parent guiding my teen through the college application process, I'm seeing firsthand the exorbitant fees charged to families, juxtaposed with the unfair treatment of employees. It's disheartening because I once believed in David Coleman's progressive vision, hoping for a workplace where employees' happiness and well-being were prioritized.

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College Board Response
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Thanks for the feedback on your time at College Board. We strive to make this a great place to work and we’re sorry that we didn’t meet your expectations. Your experience is not what we want for our employees. We hold managers to a high bar and they are expected to lead as well as engage high-performing teams. We are disappointed to hear that you did not feel supported in your growth. Your feedback will help us continue to work to ensure that employees from all backgrounds have the opportunity to thrive and grow with us.
1.0
Aug 10, 2022

Terrible, racist or place

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Pros

Pay is good. Golden handcuffs though.

Cons

This is the absolute worst place I’ve ever worked. The amount of bullying and throwing people under the bus was ridiculous. It’s a superficial place that does not put the student first. They are all about their bottom line and treat people terribly. The leaders are racist and elitist. Stay away unless you enjoy going in the lion’s den on a daily basis.

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