Analyzing College Senior Survey 2019 Results and Experiences
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Sample University Sample University College Senior Survey College Senior Survey 2019 Results 2019 Results Graduating Seniors Graduating Seniors Sample University Sample University N=1,229 N=1,229 Comparison Group Comparison Group N=14,386 N=14,386 Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles Return to contents Return to contents
THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE College Senior Survey College Senior Survey Results from the College Senior Survey (CSS) Results from the College Senior Survey (CSS) connect academic, civic, and diversity connect academic, civic, and diversity outcomes with college experiences to examine outcomes with college experiences to examine the institutional impact of: the institutional impact of: Academic experiences Academic experiences Co Co- -curricular experiences curricular experiences Diversity Diversity Future plans Future plans Satisfaction Satisfaction Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Table of Contents Table of Contents Demographics Demographics Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Race/Ethnicity Race/Ethnicity Major Major Finances Finances Academic Outcomes and Experiences Academic Outcomes and Experiences Habits of Mind Habits of Mind Pluralistic Orientation Pluralistic Orientation Academic Self Academic Self- -Concept Concept Faculty Interaction: Mentorship Faculty Interaction: Mentorship General Interpersonal Validation General Interpersonal Validation Academic Outcomes Academic Outcomes Academic Enhancement Experiences Academic Enhancement Experiences Co Co- -Curricular Outcomes and Experiences Curricular Outcomes and Experiences Social Agency Social Agency Civic Engagement Civic Engagement Civic Awareness Civic Awareness Leadership Leadership Health and Wellness Health and Wellness Diversity Diversity Positive Cross Positive Cross- -Racial Interaction Racial Interaction Negative Cross Negative Cross- -Racial Interaction Racial Interaction Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging Diversity Outcomes Diversity Outcomes Campus Climate and Diversity Campus Climate and Diversity Future Plans Future Plans Preparedness for Future Plans Preparedness for Future Plans Employment Employment Graduate/Professional School Graduate/Professional School Probable Career/Occupation Probable Career/Occupation Career Considerations Career Considerations Satisfaction Satisfaction Overall Satisfaction Overall Satisfaction Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses Satisfaction with Services and Community Satisfaction with Services and Community Alumni Engagement Alumni Engagement Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 3
A Note about CIRP Constructs A Note about CIRP Constructs The CIRP constructs illustrate important The CIRP constructs illustrate important information from the CSS about your students. information from the CSS about your students. Constructs Constructs Constructs statistically aggregate questions from CIRP surveys that tap into Constructs statistically aggregate questions from CIRP surveys that tap into key features of the college experience. These student traits and key features of the college experience. These student traits and institutional practices contribute to learning and development in college. institutional practices contribute to learning and development in college. Longitudinal Constructs Longitudinal Constructs Constructs that are included in the CIRP TFS and CSS that measure change Constructs that are included in the CIRP TFS and CSS that measure change in your student population over time. in your student population over time. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 4
Demographics Demographics Sexual Orientation Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Gender Identity 100% 0.4%4.7% 88.0% 90% 80% 26.3% 70% 60% 50% 40% 68.6% 30% 20% 6.2% 10% 2.2% 1.1% 1.1% 0.7% 0.4% 0.4% 0% Heterosexual Not Listed Gay Asexual Lesbian Queer Bisexual Pansexual Man/Trans man Woman/Trans woman Genderqueer / Gender non-conforming Different identity /Straight Above Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 5
Demographics Demographics Race/Ethnicity Race/Ethnicity 100% 90% 81.0% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 11.1% 10% 4.8% 3.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0% Other Race/ Two or More Pacific Islander American/ Caucasian Alaska Native Latina/o/x Ethnicities White/ Ethnicity African American Hawaiian/ Black Races/ Indian/ Asian/ Native Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 6
Demographics Demographics Primary Major (Aggregated) Primary Major (Aggregated) 0.0% Agriculture 0.0% 7.8% Biological Sciences 10.1% 26.6% Business 18.3% 1.6% Education 5.9% 1.6% Engineering 0.0% 1.6% English 4.1% 15.6% Fine Arts 15.4% 17.2% History or Political Science 3.6% 10.9% Arts & Humanities 10.7% 4.7% Math or Computer Science 1.2% 3.1% Physical Sciences 1.2% 4.7% Social Sciences 14.2% 4.7% Other 15.4% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 7
Demographics Demographics Finances Finances 100% 90% 80% Median Amount Borrowed 70% 57.9% 60% Your Institution $30,000.00 45.6% 50% Comparison Group $30,000.00 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% Borrowed money to help pay for college Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 8
Academic Outcomes and Experiences Academic Outcomes and Experiences Students develop skills, knowledge, and abilities through their experiences both in and out of the classroom. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Habits of Mind Habits of Mind Habits of Mind Habits of Mind is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with academic success. These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for academic success. These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for lifelong learning. lifelong learning. Construct Items 60 Ask questions in class Support your opinions with a logical argument Seek solutions to problems and explain them to others Revise your papers to improve your writing Evaluate the quality or reliability of information you received Take a risk because you felt you had more to gain Seek alternative solutions to a problem Look up scientific research articles and resources Explore topics on your own, even though it was not required for a class Seek feedback on your academic work Accept mistakes as part of the learning process 56 52 48 44 40 36 32 28 TFS 46.1 51.8 CSS 49.6 50.4 i c Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 10 10
Habits of Mind Habits of Mind Habits of Mind Habits of Mind is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with academic success. These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for academic success. These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for lifelong learning. lifelong learning. 60 Construct Items 57 Ask questions in class Support your opinions with a logical argument Seek solutions to problems and explain them to others Revise your papers to improve your writing Evaluate the quality or reliability of information you received Take a risk because you felt you had more to gain Seek alternative solutions to a problem Look up scientific research articles and resources Explore topics on your own, even though it was not required for a class Seek feedback on your academic work Accept mistakes as part of the learning process 54 50.9 50.4 50.4 50.4 50.0 51 49.6 49.6 49.5 48 45 42 39 36 33 30 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 11 11
Pluralistic Orientation Pluralistic Orientation Pluralistic Orientation Pluralistic Orientation is a unified measure of skills and dispositions appropriate is a unified measure of skills and dispositions appropriate for living and working in a diverse society. for living and working in a diverse society. Construct Items 58 Ability to see the world from someone else's perspective Tolerance of others with different beliefs Openness to having my own views challenged Ability to discuss and negotiate controversial issues Ability to work cooperatively with diverse people 54 52.6 51.9 51.1 50.9 50.8 50.0 50 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 12 12
Academic Self Academic Self- -Concept Concept Self Self- -awareness and confidence in academic environments help students learn by awareness and confidence in academic environments help students learn by encouraging their intellectual inquiry. encouraging their intellectual inquiry. Academic Self Academic Self- -Concept students beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. students beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. Concept is a unified measure of is a unified measure of 60 58 56 Construct Items 54 Self-rated: Academic Ability Self-rated: Self-Confidence (Intellectual) Self-rated: Drive to Achieve Self-rated: Mathematical Ability 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 TFS 50.8 50.5 CSS 56.6 54.4 i c Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 13 13
Academic Self Academic Self- -Concept Concept Self Self- -awareness and confidence in academic environments help students learn by awareness and confidence in academic environments help students learn by encouraging their intellectual inquiry. encouraging their intellectual inquiry. Academic Self Academic Self- -Concept students beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. students beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. Concept is a unified measure of is a unified measure of 58 54 52.5 52.3 Construct Items 50.5 49.5 48.8 50 46.9 Self-rated: Academic Ability Self-rated: Self-Confidence (Intellectual) Self-rated: Drive to Achieve Self-rated: Mathematical Ability 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 30 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 14 14
Faculty Interaction: Mentorship Faculty Interaction: Mentorship Faculty Interaction: Mentorship Faculty Interaction: Mentorship measures the extent to which students and measures the extent to which students and faculty have mentoring relationships that foster both academic and personal faculty have mentoring relationships that foster both academic and personal support and guidance. support and guidance. Construct Items 58.2 57.9 57.4 58 Encouragement to pursue graduate/professional study An opportunity to work on a research project Advice and guidance about your educational program Emotional support and encouragement A letter of recommendation Help to improve your study skills Feedback about your academic work (outside of grades) Encouragement to discuss coursework outside of class Help in achieving your professional goals 53.9 53.5 54 52.7 50 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 15 15
General Interpersonal Validation General Interpersonal Validation These items measure the extent to which students believe faculty and staff These items measure the extent to which students believe faculty and staff provide attention to their development. provide attention to their development. 100% 90% 80% 35.9% 38.3% 70% 49.2% 50.9% 60.0% 60.1% 58.3% 64.4% 60% 50% 40% 30% 57.5% 53.3% 45.3% 44.2% 20% 36.7% 35.0% 34.5% 28.8% 10% 0% At least one faculty member has taken an interest in my development At least one staff member has taken an interest in my development Faculty believe in my potential to succeed academically Faculty empower me to learn here Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 16 16
Academic Outcomes Academic Outcomes These items illustrate the extent to which students agree that this institution These items illustrate the extent to which students agree that this institution has contributed to their academic skills and abilities. has contributed to their academic skills and abilities. 100% 90% 80% 70% 50.0% 49.5% 41.7% 44.7% 47.5% 42.6% 60% 50% 40% 30% 45.0% 41.9% 41.8% 41.1% 41.0% 20% 39.7% 10% 0% Preparedness for graduate or advanced education Intellectual and practical skills (including inquiry and analysis, critical thinking, and information literacy) Ability to conduct research Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 17 17
Academic Enhancement Experiences Academic Enhancement Experiences Opportunities to apply learning inside and outside the classroom augment Opportunities to apply learning inside and outside the classroom augment students academic involvement, allowing them to make meaningful intellectual students academic involvement, allowing them to make meaningful intellectual connections and communicate their knowledge to others. connections and communicate their knowledge to others. 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 78.5% 71.0% 30% 60.2% 48.4% 20% 24.7% 10% 11.3% 0% Participated in an undergraduate research program Completed a culminating experience for your degree (e.g., capstone course/project, thesis, comp exam) Participated in study abroad Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 18 18
Co Co- -Curricular Outcomes and Experiences Curricular Outcomes and Experiences Co-curricular experiences provide opportunities for students to grow intellectually, interpersonally, and emotionally. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Social Agency Social Agency Activities and beliefs equip and empower students to create a world that is Activities and beliefs equip and empower students to create a world that is equitable, just, democratic, and sustainable. equitable, just, democratic, and sustainable. Social Agency to which students value political and social involvement as a personal goal. to which students value political and social involvement as a personal goal. Social Agency measures the extent measures the extent 66 Construct Items 64 62 Participating in a community action program Helping to promote racial understanding Becoming a community leader Keeping up to date with political affairs Influencing social values Helping others who are in difficulty 60 58 56 54 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 TFS 50.8 50.5 CSS 56.6 54.4 i c Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 20 20
Social Agency Social Agency Activities and beliefs equip and empower students to create a world that is Activities and beliefs equip and empower students to create a world that is equitable, just, democratic, and sustainable. equitable, just, democratic, and sustainable. Social Agency to which students value political and social involvement as a personal goal. to which students value political and social involvement as a personal goal. Social Agency measures the extent measures the extent 62 58.5 Construct Items 58 56.7 55.7 54.3 54.3 54.2 Participating in a community action program Helping to promote racial understanding Becoming a community leader Keeping up to date with political affairs Influencing social values Helping others who are in difficulty 54 50 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 21 21
Civic Engagement Civic Engagement Engaged citizens are a critical element in the functioning of our democratic Engaged citizens are a critical element in the functioning of our democratic society. society. Civic Engagement Civic Engagement measures the extent to which students are motivated measures the extent to which students are motivated and involved in civic, electoral, and political activities. and involved in civic, electoral, and political activities. 58 Construct Items 54.4 53.8 53.4 54 Publicly communicated your opinion about a cause (e.g., blog, email, petition) Worked on a local, state, or national political campaign Demonstrated for a cause (e.g., boycott, rally, protest) Goal: Keeping up to date with political affairs Goal: Influencing social values Helped raise money for a cause or campaign Performed volunteer or community service work 51.6 51.3 51.2 50 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 30 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 22 22
Civic Awareness Civic Awareness The ability to evaluate, question, and develop solutions affecting local and global The ability to evaluate, question, and develop solutions affecting local and global communities is an important skill. communities is an important skill. Civic Awareness Civic Awareness measures students understanding of the issues facing their community, nation, and the world. understanding of the issues facing their community, nation, and the world. measures students 58.9 58 Construct Items 55 53.2 Understanding of national issues Understanding of global issues Understanding of the problems facing my community 51.7 52 50.0 49.0 49 47.7 45.5 46 44.6 43 40 37 34 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 23 23
Leadership Leadership Leadership Leadership measures students' beliefs about their leadership development and measures students' beliefs about their leadership development and capability, and their experiences as a leader. capability, and their experiences as a leader. 58 Construct Items 54.2 54 Self-rated: Leadership ability I have effectively led a group to a common purpose Held a leadership position in an organization Participated in leadership training 52.0 51.3 50.7 50.1 49.7 50 45.5 46 44.6 42 38 34 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 24 24
Health and Wellness Health and Wellness Students physical and emotional well Students physical and emotional well- -being can affect many important aspects of being can affect many important aspects of the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness. gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness. 100% 90% 80% 41.5% 70% 43.3% 60% 6.7% 10.3% 50% 40% 9.2% 30% 51.7% 51.7% 6.7% 46.6% 43.3% 20% 26.8% 21.7% 10% 0% Felt overwhelmed by all I had to do Felt anxious Felt hungry but didn t eat because I didn t have enough money for food Your Institution Frequently Occasionally Comparison Group Frequently Occasionally Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 25 25
Health and Wellness Health and Wellness Students physical and emotional well Students physical and emotional well- -being can affect many important aspects of being can affect many important aspects of the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness. gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness. 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 20.0% 50% 43.3% 16.2% 40% 36.7% 34.4% 33.2% 30% 43.3% 20% 33.2% 10% 20.0% 18.5% 18.3% 16.2% 0% Self-Rated: Emotional Health Self-Rated: Physical Health Self-Rated: Drive to achieve Your Institution Highest 10% Above Average Comparison Group Highest 10% Above Average Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 26 26
Diversity Diversity The social and psychological climate on campus can impact students ability to benefit from their educational environment and their academic success. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Positive Cross Positive Cross- -Racial Interaction Racial Interaction Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others. themselves and others. Positive Cross Positive Cross- -Racial Interaction Racial Interaction is a unified measure of students level of positive interaction with diverse peers. students level of positive interaction with diverse peers. is a unified measure of 60 Construct Items 55.3 55.3 55.3 55.2 56 52.9 52.9 52.8 52.7 Had intellectual discussions outside of class Shared personal feelings and problems Dined or shared a meal Had meaningful and honest discussions about race/ethnic relations outside of class Studied or prepared for class Socialized or partied 52 48 44 40 36 32 28 24 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/ Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 28 28
Negative Cross Negative Cross- -Racial Interaction Racial Interaction Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others. themselves and others. Negative Cross Negative Cross- -Racial Interaction students level of negative interaction with diverse peers. students level of negative interaction with diverse peers. Racial Interaction is a unified measure of is a unified measure of 60 Construct Items 56 54.7 54.7 Had tense, somewhat hostile interactions Felt insulted or threatened because of your race/ethnicity Had guarded, cautious interactions 54.1 53.0 52.6 51.6 51.1 51.1 52 48 44 40 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/ Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 29 29
Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging The campus community is a powerful source of influence on students The campus community is a powerful source of influence on students development. development. Sense of Belonging Sense of Belonging measures the extent to which students feel a measures the extent to which students feel a sense of academic and social integration on campus. sense of academic and social integration on campus. 60 Construct Items 56 52.3 52.3 52.2 52.1 50.8 50.8 50.6 I feel I am a member of this campus I feel a sense of belonging to this college If asked, I would recommend this college to others 50.3 52 48 44 40 36 32 28 24 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/ Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 30 30
Diversity Outcomes Diversity Outcomes Contact with diverse students, faculty, and ideas allows students to Contact with diverse students, faculty, and ideas allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others. gain valuable insights about themselves and others. 100% 90% 20.0% 15.0% 80% 70% 60% 80.0% 75.0% 50% 40% 80.0% 39.3% 75.0% 39.1% 30% 20% 10% 20.0% 19.7% 16.2% 15.0% 0% My knowledge of people from different races/cultures Understanding of national issues Understanding of the problems facing my community Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 31 31
Campus Climate and Diversity Campus Climate and Diversity A diverse and inclusive campus environment strengthens students learning A diverse and inclusive campus environment strengthens students learning experiences and prepares them to participate in an increasingly diverse society. experiences and prepares them to participate in an increasingly diverse society. 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 4.0% 5.0% 20% 6.8% 2.5% 3.4% 2.8% 21.8% 10% 16.7% 13.6% 12.7% 11.9% 10.3% 0% I have felt discriminated against at this institution because of my race/ethnicity, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, or religion I feel valued at this institution I feel I am a member of this college Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 32 32
Future Plans Future Plans This section describes students degree aspirations and career plans. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Future Plans Future Plans Preparedness for Future Plans Preparedness for Future Plans 100% 90% 80% 70% 35.0% 60% 37.7% 30.9% 30.9% 50% 40% 30% 43.3% 20% 38.3% 36.1% 35.5% 10% 0% This institution has prepared me for employment after college This institution has prepared me for graduate or advanced education Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 34 34
Future Plans: Employment Future Plans: Employment Your Inst Comp Group Planned Primary Activity Fall 2019 65.2% 71.9% Working full-time 40.6% 33.7% Working part-time Current state of employment plans 8.6% 22.4% 43.1% Your Institution 0.0% 17.2% 8.6% 10.2% 13.9% 42.4% Comparison Group 2.1% 10.7% 20.7% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Not planning on employment this fall Looking, but no offers yet Currently considering an offer Not actively looking for a position Receieved an offer for a position but declined Accepted an offer of employment Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 35 35
Future Plans: Graduate/Professional School Future Plans: Graduate/Professional School Your Institution Comparison Group Planned Primary Activity Fall 2019 Attend graduate/professional school full-time 24.4% 24.3% Attend graduate/professional school part-time 12.1% 7.6% Current State of Educational Plans 23.2% 20.8% Accepted and will be attending in fall 3.0% 2.8% Still awaiting responses, no acceptances 25.6% 18.7% No plans to apply to school now or in the future Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 36 36
Future Plans Future Plans Probable Career/Occupation Probable Career/Occupation Your Inst Comp Group Your Inst Comp Group Career/Occupation Career/Occupation Health professional Artist 19.5% 9.1% 11.6% 9.6% Business Homemaker (full-time) 19.9% 13.7% 0.0% 0.2% Business (Clerical) Lawyer 3.3% 3.9% 4.1% 3.1% Clergy Military (career) 0.0% 0.8% 0.8% 0.4% College Teacher Nurse 1.2% 4.2% 1.7% 5.9% Doctor (MD or DDS) Research Scientist 3.7% 4.4% 2.9% 3.7% Education (secondary) Social/Welfare/Rec Worker 1.7% 5.2% 3.3% 3.5% Education (elementary) Skilled worker 2.5% 3.2% 0.0% 0.4% Engineer Other choice 4.1% 7.9% 14.9% 15.2% Farmer or forester Undecided 0.8% 1.1% 3.7% 4.4% Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 37 37
Future Plans Future Plans When thinking about your career path after college, When thinking about your career path after college, how important are the following considerations: how important are the following considerations: (Percentages combine Essential and Very Important responses) Your Institution Comparison Group Work/Life balance 87.3% 90.0% Stable, secure future 90.3% 86.9% Availability of jobs 77.1% 77.6% Ability to pay off debt 74.1% 73.7% Leadership potential 65.7% 63.9% Expression of personal values 72.9% 68.0% Creativity and initiative 69.7% 59.8% High income potential 66.9% 51.8% Working for social change 53.4% 50.7% Social recognition or status 36.1% 25.1% Connection to college major 57.2% 63.1% Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 38 38
Satisfaction Satisfaction Understanding how students perceive their college experience identifies areas that are working well and sheds light on those that need improvement. Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey
Overall Satisfaction Overall Satisfaction Overall Satisfaction Overall Satisfaction measures students satisfaction with the college experience. measures students satisfaction with the college experience. 60 Construct Items 56 52.6 52.5 52.5 52.4 52.4 52.1 Overall college experience If you could make your college choice over, would you still choose to enroll at your current college Overall quality of instruction 51.9 51.4 52 48 44 40 36 32 28 24 20 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 40 40
Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Coursework measures the extent to which students see their measures the extent to which students see their coursework as relevant, useful, and applicable to their academic success and coursework as relevant, useful, and applicable to their academic success and future plans. future plans. 60 Construct Items 57 Relevance of coursework to career plans Relevance of coursework to everyday life Courses in your major field General education or core curriculum courses 53.5 53.0 52.9 52.8 54 52.1 52.1 52.1 52.1 51 48 45 42 39 36 33 30 Graduating Seniors Men/Trans men Women/Trans women Genderqueer Your Institution Comparison Group Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 41 41
Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses In addition to actual coursework, various support services are instrumental in In addition to actual coursework, various support services are instrumental in shaping students academic experiences. shaping students academic experiences. 100% 90% 80% 70% 66.0% 59.1% 60% 47.5% 66.7% 26.4% 76.7% 32.2% 50% 27.3% 40% 30% 41.0% 20% 35.7% 34.5% 34.4% 32.1% 29.3% 23.3% 10% 15.0% 0% Library resources Technology resources Courses in your major field Overall quality of instruction Your Institution Very Satisfied Satisfied Comparison Group Very Satisfied Satisfied Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 42 42
Satisfaction with Services and Community Satisfaction with Services and Community Community and the support students receive are critical to Community and the support students receive are critical to shaping their college experience. shaping their college experience. 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 38.3% 50% 17.5% 20.1% 24.5% 20.9% 30.5% 40% 37.8% 29.2% 30% 40.4% 20% 38.6% 37.3% 36.2% 31.7% 27.1% 10% 20.0% 18.1% 0% Career-related resources and support Availability of campus social activities Student psychological services Overall sense of community among students Your Institution Very Satisfied Satisfied Comparison Group Very Satisfied Satisfied Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 43 43
Alumni Engagement Alumni Engagement 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 32.0% 44.1% 50% 26.7% 19.9% 40% 30% 20% 37.0% 36.7% 31.1% 30.5% 10% 0% I will give this college money as an alum I plan to remain engaged with this college (e.g. campus events, fundraising, admissions) Your Institution Strongly Agree Agree Comparison Group Strongly Agree Agree Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 44 44
The more you get to know your students, the better you can understand their needs. For more information about For more information about HERI/CIRP Surveys HERI/CIRP Surveys The Freshman Survey The Freshman Survey Your First College Year Survey Your First College Year Survey Diverse Learning Environments Survey Diverse Learning Environments Survey College Senior Survey College Senior Survey Staff Climate Survey Staff Climate Survey The Faculty Survey The Faculty Survey Please contact: Please contact: heri@ucla.edu heri@ucla.edu (310) 825 (310) 825- -1925 www.heri.ucla.edu www.heri.ucla.edu 1925 Return to contents Return to contents 2019 College Senior Survey 45
