Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results 2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE SECTION A: EDUCATION AT CU­COLORADO SPRINGS N=214 N=281 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before N/A 1.5% 15.2% 44.2% 19.8% 10.7% 8.6% 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% ­ 9.5% 27.3% ­20.4% ­9.5% ­4.8% ­3.1% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 67.6% 11.3% 21.1% 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% ­4.4% 4.1% 0.3% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online Instruction Only 71.8% 18.4% 9.7% 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% ­0.3% ­4.5% 4.9% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 71.2% 28.8% 72.7% 27.3% 1.5% ­1.5% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 52.5% 15.7% 31.9% 2001 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 6.5% ­1.7% ­4.9% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? 1 ­ Master of Arts 2 ­ Master of Science 3 ­ Master of Basic Science 4 ­ Master of Science Nursing 5 ­ Master of Business Administration 6 ­ Master of Public Administration 7 ­ Master of Engineering 8 ­ Doctor of Philosophy 35.9% 3.9% 1.5% 3.9% 41.7% 4.9% 7.3% 1.0% 32.9% 6.1% 2.9% 4.6% 40.0% 7.5% 5.7% 0.4% ­3.0% 2.2% 1.4% 0.7% ­1.7% 2.6% ­1.6% ­0.6% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 1
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Basic Science (MS) Business Administration (MBA) Communication (MA) Computer Science (MS) Counseling & Human Services (MA) Curriculum & Instruction (MA) Electrical Engineering (MS) Electrical Engineering (PhD) Engineering (MS) History (MA) Mechanical Engineering (MS) Nurse Practitioner (MSN) Psychology (MA) Public Administration (MPA) Special Education (MA) 1.6% 43.5% 1.6% 3.8% 9.2% 18.5% 4.3% N/A 2.2% N/A N/A 4.3% 3.3% 3.3% 4.3% 4.1% 37.8% 1.6% 3.7% 6.1% 17.9% 2.8% 0.4% 2.0% 1.2% 3.3% 4.5% 4.1% 5.7% 4.9% 2.5% ­5.7% 0.0% ­0.1% ­3.1% ­0.6% ­1.5% ­ ­0.2% ­ ­ 0.2% 0.8% 2.4% 0.6% 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 1 ­ Business 2 ­ Education 3 ­ Engineering & Applied Science 4 ­ Letters, Arts, & Sciences 5 ­ Nursing 6 ­ Public Affairs 42.7% 29.6% 11.7% 7.3% 3.9% 4.9% 40.4% 25.7% 10.7% 11.8% 4.6% 6.8% ­2.3% ­3.9% ­1.0% 4.5% 0.7% 1.9% 24.9% 75.1% 30.2% 69.8% 5.3% ­5.3% 52 52.8% 51.9% 48.1% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 6.0% ­5.6% 5.7% 30.1% 15.5% 17.5% 9.2% 12.1% 2.4% 11.2% 1.9% 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 0.0% 7.7% ­1.8% 2.3% ­4.5% ­1.7% 3.4% ­3.3% ­1.9% 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 8 ­ Other Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 2
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 6.9% 93.1% 8.2% 91.8% 14 23 33.3% 41.7% 8.3% 16.7% 41.7% 33.3% 0.0% 25.0% 8.4% ­8.4% ­8.3% 8.3% 54.5% 36.4% 9.1% 9.1% 65.2% 26.1% 8.7% 0.0% 10.7% ­10.3% ­0.4% ­9.1% 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 200 1 ­ Yes 25.3% 2 ­ No 74.7% 258 26.9% 73.1% 1.6% ­1.6% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: Ph.D. Other Master of Arts (MA) Master of Science (MS) University: Other CU­Colorado Springs CTU (Colorado Technical University) Colorado Technical College 1.3% ­1.3% SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 30.1% 57.8% 1.0% 5.3% 5.8% 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 2.3% 0.9% 1.1% ­1.7% ­2.6% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 79.9% 9.3% 4.9% 5.9% 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 7.2% ­3.9% ­1.7% ­1.6% 22 17 45.5% 22.7% 4.5% 4.5% 18.2% 4.5% 58.8% 35.3% 0.0% 5.9% 0.0% 0.0% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Spouse Other Parents Savings Stipend Retirement Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 13.3% 12.6% ­4.5% 1.4% ­18.2% ­4.5% 3
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) 6.8% 0.5% 1.0% 25.1% 4.7% 14.1% 1.0% 0.5% 5.8% 0.0% 6.8% 0.5% 3.7% 4.2% 1.6% 2.1% 20.9% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% ­1.2% ­0.1% ­1.0% 5.6% ­1.4% ­1.1% 0.9% 2.1% ­0.6% 0.0% 1.7% 0.6% ­1.1% ­0.9% ­0.1% 0.1% ­2.8% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 89.0% 11.0% 88.0% 12.0% ­1.0% 1.0% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 76.9% 12.6% 10.6% 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 2.8% 0.9% ­3.8% 61.1% 38.3% 58.5% 41.5% ­2.6% 3.2% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= < 30 days 31­ 60 days > 60 days 24 90.6% 2.7% 6.7% 158 25.0% 15.5% 59.5% ­65.6% 12.8% 52.8% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 34.2% 65.8% 30.1% 69.9% ­4.1% 4.1% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 56.1% 4.2% 14.3% 1.1% 24.3% 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 1.0% 0.7% ­2.7% 1.1% 0.0% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 14.3% 34.9% 50.8% 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 4.7% 0.0% ­4.7% 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 4
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 5.2% 6.7% 2.6% 13.0% 31.6% 40.9% 4.82 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 ­1.5% ­1.1% ­0.7% 1.6% 2.5% ­0.8% ­ MEAN= 3.7% 7.4% 1.6% 19.1% 37.2% 30.9% 4.71 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 ­0.7% ­4.8% 2.1% ­5.2% 3.2% 5.4% ­ MEAN= 9.3% 11.9% 8.8% 25.4% 26.4% 18.1% 4.02 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 ­1.1% ­0.7% ­0.2% ­3.8% ­0.4% 6.4% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 3.5% 4.5% 6.0% 25.6% 44.2% 16.1% 4.51 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 ­1.3% 0.6% ­0.2% ­2.9% 0.6% 3.4% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.0% 6.0% 7.0% 18.9% 49.8% 17.4% 4.63 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 0.8% ­2.4% ­0.9% 1.6% ­2.0% 2.7% ­ 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 5
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 2.9% 3.9% 14.1% 40.5% 35.6% 4.93 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 ­1.1% ­0.4% ­0.7% ­0.8% 5.0% ­1.9% ­ 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.0% 5.0% 4.5% 19.5% 45.0% 24.0% 4.72 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 0.9% ­1.4% ­1.6% 1.8% ­4.2% 4.5% ­ 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.5% 2.5% 2.9% 11.8% 49.0% 32.4% 5.01 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 ­0.1% 0.0% 0.3% ­1.8% 0.8% 0.6% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 9.9% 90.1% 6.1% 93.9% ­3.8% 3.8% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Other Computer Science (MS, Ph.D.) Business Administration Technology Management Leadership & Human Resources Management Counseling & Human Services Public Administration 20 15.0% 15.0% 45.0% 5.0% 10.0% 5.0% 5.0% 16 62.5% 6.3% 25.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.3% 0.0% 47.5% ­8.7% ­20.0% ­5.0% ­10.0% 1.3% ­5.0% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 10.8% 89.2% 11.5% 88.5% 0.7% ­0.7% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 81.2% 18.2% 84.3% 15.7% 3.1% ­2.5% 36.0% 64.0% 40.1% 59.9% 4.1% ­4.1% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 6
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 10.3% 2.0% 5.4% 18.6% 31.4% 25.5% 6.9% 3.88 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 ­3.2% 0.5% ­1.8% ­1.8% 5.7% 2.4% ­1.9% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 43.9% 3.9% 5.9% 14.1% 17.6% 14.6% 3.59 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 ­2.0% ­1.4% ­0.9% ­2.6% 5.7% 1.2% ­ 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 29.7% 58.4% 11.9% 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 9.9% ­5.2% ­4.7% 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 25.6% 36.5% 33.0% 3.9% 1.0% 2.18 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 0.3% 0.2% ­2.4% 1.5% 0.4% ­ Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 7
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Good departmental programs Cost Curriculum Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Had major I wanted Personable/small student:teacher ratio Accredited Good equipment, facilities, resources Orientation to non­traditional students High academic standards Small school/atmosphere Part of CU system, affiliation w/Boulder Older, mature student body Diversity among students Good academic advising Good cohesiveness, communication Had no Choice Well Rounded Education Friendly Atmosphere Able to get a degree Good career placement, guidance Availability of Faculty Classes taugh by PhD's, not TA's Good customer, syudent services Diverse course offerings Diversity on campus Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 15.0% 12.0% 8.7% 11.5% 3.8% 7.4% 0.5% 7.9% 3.8% 3.6% 1.6% 3.8% 1.0% 2.2% 3.0% 1.1% 2.7% 0.3% 1.0% 1.1% 1.0% 0.5% 0.5% 1.0% 0.3% 0.3% 0.3% 1.1% 1.0% 1.6% 0.5% 0.3% 0.0% 0.0% 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 5.0% 8.3% 1.2% 11.7% 4.0% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 0.4% 1.4% 1.6% 1.8% 0.2% 0.4% 2.8% 0.8% 0.0% 1.0% 0.0% 0.6% 0.2% 0.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 1.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.4% 0.2% ­3.3% 2.7% 5.6% ­7.1% 1.2% 0.9% 0.7% 3.8% 0.2% 0.8% 0.6% 0.6% ­0.6% ­0.8% ­1.4% 0.7% ­2.5% 0.1% 1.8% ­0.3% ­1.0% 0.5% ­0.5% ­0.4% ­0.1% ­0.3% ­0.1% ­1.1% ­1.0% ­0.6% ­0.5% ­0.3% 1.4% 0.2% 8
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other Faculty Curriculum High fees, costs School lacks a big name Department/program disorganized Lacking equipment/facilities/resources Class hours/schedule Need wider selection of courses Too many unnecessary requirements No career placement, guidance Location Bureaucracy No involvement with community Lack of diversity among instructors Lack of internships, work experience Lacking cohesiveness/communication Lack of financial aid Lack of student/customer services Overshadowed by Boulder Poor academic advising Growing to fast, overcrowded Inadequate Library Resources Lack of Diversity on Campus Classes too small Little campus life / social life Students too young Need more graduate programs Use of student funds Classes taught by TA's, not PhD's Group projects Lack of sports School is too small Unfriendly, uncaring atmosphere Construction 15.1% 20.5% 6.5% 3.8% 2.6% 11.4% 2.7% 5.9% 3.8% 3.2% 0.5% 4.9% 0.5% 1.6% 1.1% 1.1% 4.3% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 1.1% 2.7% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 10.5% 37.6% 3.9% 0.0% 6.6% 5.2% 3.5% 2.6% 3.1% 6.6% 1.3% 2.2% 0.4% 0.4% 0.4% 0.9% 2.2% 1.3% 0.4% 0.0% 0.0% 1.7% 0.0% 0.9% 0.4% 0.4% 0.0% 0.0% 1.7% 0.4% 1.7% 0.9% 0.4% 0.4% 1.3% 0.4% ­4.6% 17.1% ­2.6% ­3.8% 4.0% ­6.2% 0.8% ­3.3% ­0.7% 3.4% 0.8% ­2.7% ­0.1% ­1.2% ­0.7% ­0.2% ­2.1% 0.8% ­0.1% ­0.5% ­1.1% ­1.0% ­0.5% 0.4% ­0.1% ­0.1% ­0.5% ­0.5% 1.2% ­0.1% 1.7% 0.9% 0.4% 0.4% 1.3% 0.4% 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 14.3% 3.4% 9.9% 13.3% 36.0% 23.2% 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% ­0.2% 0.6% ­3.0% 4.4% ­2.1% 0.3% 189 12.2% 47.6% 40.2% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% ­3.6% 0.3% 3.2% 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 9
2002 GRAD 2003 GRAD % ALUMNI ALUMNI CHANGE Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 46.1% 53.9% 45.7% 54.3% ­0.4% 0.4% 82.8% 1.5% N/A N/A 0.5% N/A 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 3.7% 1.1% ­ ­ 0.2% ­ N/A 0.4% ­ N/A 1.5% ­ N/A 1.8% ­ N/A 2.6% ­ 1964 1922­1977 1964 1937­1979 ­ ­ 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other 19.0% 66.3% 1.0% 12.2% 0.0% 1.5% 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% ­2.0% 6.5% 0.8% ­7.1% 1.1% 0.7% 39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 1.12 48.0% 17.2% 19.7% 8.1% 5.1% 2.0% 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% ­10.1% 3.6% 2.6% 4.8% ­0.9% ­0.1% 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more 3.0% 4.0% 9.6% 19.7% 20.2% 25.3% 9.1% 9.1% 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 2.9% ­2.9% ­0.4% ­4.3% 3.7% 7.1% ­1.7% ­4.3% 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= RANGE Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (UNIV Report) 5/2/2007 10
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the College of Business ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference N=281 N=113 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 0.9% 6.4% 43.1% 27.5% 11.0% 9.2% 1.8% ­0.2% ­4.6% 0.6% 3.7% 0.7% 3.3% ­3.7% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 70.8% 15.0% 14.2% 7.6% ­0.4% ­7.2% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 51.3% 12.4% 36.3% ­20.2% ­1.5% 21.7% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 72.1% 27.9% ­0.6% 0.6% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 51.3% 16.8% 31.9% ­7.7% 2.8% 4.9% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? Master of Science Master of Business Administration 6.1% 40.0% 0.9% 99.1% ­5.2% 59.1% 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Business Administration (MBA) 37.8% 100.0% 62.2% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 11
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 1 ­ Business 40.4% 100.0% 59.6% 30.2% 69.8% 55.8% 44.2% 25.6% ­25.6% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 63 73.6% 29.5% 70.5% 14.8% ­16.8% 16.7% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 51.8% 10.0% 13.6% 3.6% 10.9% 1.8% 8.2% 14.0% ­3.7% ­6.2% ­1.1% 0.5% ­4.0% 0.3% 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 8.2% 91.8% 4.4% 95.6% ­3.8% 3.8% 23 5 41.7% 33.3% 40.0% 60.0% ­1.7% 26.7% 65.2% 26.1% 75.0% 25.0% 9.8% ­1.1% 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 258 1 ­ Yes 26.9% 2 ­ No 73.1% 108 27.0% 73.0% 0.1% ­0.1% 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: Ph.D. Other University: Other CU­Colorado Springs Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 12
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 23.0% 68.1% 1.8% 4.4% 2.7% ­9.4% 9.4% ­0.3% 0.8% ­0.5% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 87.5% 2.7% 6.3% 3.6% 0.4% ­2.7% 3.1% ­0.7% 17 8 58.8% 35.3% 5.9% 37.5% 50.0% 12.5% ­21.3% 14.7% 6.6% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% 9.3% 0.9% 0.0% 2.8% 8.3% 19.4% 1.9% 3.7% 12.0% 0.0% 6.5% 1.9% 0.0% 5.6% 1.9% 5.6% 20.4% 3.7% 0.5% 0.0% ­27.9% 5.0% 6.4% 0.0% 1.1% 6.8% 0.0% ­2.0% 0.8% ­2.6% 2.3% 0.4% 3.4% 2.3% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 84.9% 15.1% ­3.1% 3.1% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 72.9% 20.6% 6.5% ­6.8% 7.1% ­0.3% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Spouse Other Savings 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 13
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 58.5% 41.5% 59.3% 40.7% 0.8% ­0.8% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= 158 < 30 days 25.0% 31­ 60 days 15.5% > 60 days 59.5% 184 26.1% 13.0% 60.9% 1.1% ­2.5% 1.4% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 21.7% 78.3% ­8.4% 8.4% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 46.7% 2.9% 14.0% 3.7% 32.7% ­10.4% ­2.0% 2.4% 1.5% 8.4% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 20.4% 25.0% 54.6% 1.4% ­9.9% 8.5% MEAN= 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 3.8% 2.9% 4.8% 17.1% 43.8% 27.6% 4.54 0.1% ­2.7% 2.9% 2.5% 9.7% ­12.5% ­ MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 3.8% 2.9% 4.8% 17.1% 43.8% 27.6% 4.77 0.8% 0.3% 1.1% 3.2% 3.4% ­8.7% ­ Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 14
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 11.3% 13.2% 14.2% 27.4% 21.7% 12.3% 3.72 3.1% 2.1% 5.7% 5.8% ­4.3% ­12.2% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 1.8% 2.7% 7.2% 33.3% 44.1% 10.8% 4.48 ­0.4% ­2.4% 1.4% 10.6% ­0.7% ­8.7% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 0.9% 3.5% 6.2% 21.2% 52.2% 15.9% 4.68 ­0.9% ­0.1% 0.1% 0.7% 4.4% ­4.2% ­ 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 0.0% 1.8% 3.5% 11.5% 52.2% 31.0% 5.07 ­1.8% ­0.7% 0.3% ­1.8% 6.7% ­2.7% ­ 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 2.7% 2.7% 5.4% 27.7% 44.6% 17.0% 4.60 ­0.2% ­0.9% 2.5% 6.4% 3.8% ­11.5% ­ MEAN= Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 15
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 0.0% 0.9% 0.9% 10.6% 55.8% 31.9% 5.17 ­1.4% ­1.6% ­2.3% 0.6% 6.0% ­1.1% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 6.1% 93.9% 2.7% 97.3% ­3.4% 3.4% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Other Computer Science (MS, Ph.D.) Business Administration Counseling & Human Services 16 62.5% 6.3% 25.0% 6.3% 3 33.3% 33.3% 33.3% 0.0% ­29.2% 27.0% 8.3% ­6.3% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 11.3% 88.7% ­0.2% 0.2% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 85.4% 14.6% 1.1% ­1.1% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 28.2% 71.8% ­11.9% 11.9% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 10.6% 2.7% 0.9% 15.9% 39.8% 27.4% 2.7% 4.02 3.5% 0.2% ­2.7% ­0.9% 2.7% ­0.5% ­2.3% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 59.3% 2.7% 4.4% 8.8% 17.7% 7.1% 3.54 17.4% 0.2% ­0.6% ­2.7% ­5.6% ­8.7% ­ Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 16
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects semester during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Good departmental programs Cost Curriculum Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Accredited Good equipment, facilities, resources Orientation to non­traditional students Small school/atmosphere Part of CU system, affiliation w/Boulder Diversity among students Good cohesiveness, communication Friendly Atmosphere Availability of Faculty Diverse course offerings Diversity on campus Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 13.4% 73.2% 13.4% ­26.2% 20.0% 6.2% 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 16.1% 41.1% 37.5% 3.6% 1.8% 2.34 ­9.8% 4.4% 6.9% ­1.8% 0.4% ­ 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 5.0% 8.3% 1.2% 8.2% 16.5% 14.4% 4.1% 2.1% 8.2% 1.0% 16.5% 3.6% 4.6% 3.1% 2.1% 3.1% 1.5% 0.5% 1.5% 2.1% 2.6% 0.5% 0.5% 1.0% 1.0% 0.5% ­3.5% 1.8% 0.1% ­0.3% ­2.9% ­0.1% ­0.2% 4.8% ­0.4% 0.2% 0.9% ­2.3% 1.5% ­0.3% 0.3% ­1.3% 1.3% 1.6% ­0.1% 0.3% 0.0% ­0.4% 0.3% 11.7% 4.0% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 1.6% 1.8% 0.2% 2.8% 0.8% 1.0% 0.6% 0.2% 1.0% 1.4% 0.2% 17
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other Faculty High fees, costs School lacks a big name Department/program disorganized Lacking equipment/facilities/resources Class hours/schedule Need wider selection of courses No career placement, guidance Lacking cohesiveness/communication Poor academic advising Need more graduate programs Classes taught by TA's, not PhD's Group projects 10.5% 37.6% 3.9% 6.6% 5.2% 3.5% 2.6% 3.1% 6.6% 2.2% 1.3% 1.7% 1.7% 1.7% 0.9% 8.2% 42.4% 4.7% 8.2% 9.4% 1.2% 4.7% 2.4% 3.5% 3.5% 3.5% 1.2% 1.2% 3.5% 2.4% ­2.3% 4.8% 0.8% 1.6% 4.2% ­2.3% 2.1% ­0.7% ­3.1% 1.3% 2.2% ­0.5% ­0.5% 1.8% 1.5% 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 6.3% 4.5% 3.6% 28.8% 29.7% 27.0% ­7.8% 0.5% ­3.3% 11.1% ­4.2% 3.5% 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 267 1 ­ Not helpful 8.6% 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 47.9% 3 ­ Very helpful 43.4% 110 6.4% 43.6% 50.0% ­2.2% ­4.3% 6.6% 45.7% 54.3% 63.7% 36.3% 18.0% ­18.0% 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 87.3% 0.9% 1.8% 1.8% 0.9% 0.0% 0.8% ­1.7% ­0.4% 0.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% ­0.4% 1.5% 0.0% ­1.5% 1.8% 2.7% 0.9% 2.6% 4.5% 1.9% Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 18
ALL GRAD BUS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= 1964 1967 ­ RANGE 1937­1979 1947­1979 ­ 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 15.2% 75.0% 3.6% 3.6% 0.0% 2.7% ­1.8% 2.2% 1.8% ­1.5% ­1.1% 0.5% 39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% 2.34 36.8% 14.2% 23.6% 17.0% 6.6% 1.9% ­1.1% ­6.6% 1.3% 4.1% 2.4% 0.0% 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 6.3% 0.0% 1.8% 8.0% 18.8% 46.4% 11.6% 7.1% 0.4% ­1.1% ­7.4% ­7.4% ­5.1% 14.0% 4.2% 2.3% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 19
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the College of Education ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference N=281 N=72 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 0.0% 22.5% 46.5% 21.1% 4.2% 4.2% 1.4% ­1.1% 11.5% 4.0% ­2.7% ­6.1% ­1.7% ­4.1% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 63.4% 12.7% 23.9% 0.2% ­2.7% 2.5% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 88.9% 11.1% 0.0% 17.4% ­2.8% ­14.6% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 74.6% 25.4% 1.9% ­1.9% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 58.3% 19.4% 22.2% ­0.7% 5.4% ­4.8% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? Master of Arts Master of Science Master of Public Administration 32.9% 6.1% 7.5% 97.2% 1.4% 1.4% 64.3% ­4.7% ­6.1% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 20
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Counseling and Human Services (MA) Curriculum and Instruction (MA) Special Education (MA) 6.1% 17.9% 4.9% 20.6% 61.8% 17.6% 14.5% 43.9% 12.7% 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 2 ­ Education 25.7% 100.0% 74.3% 30.2% 69.8% 5.6% 94.4% ­24.6% 24.6% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 4 18.8% 100.0% 0.0% ­40.1% 53.7% ­53.8% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 26.4% 22.2% 27.8% 1.4% 15.3% 5.6% 1.4% ­11.4% 8.5% 8.0% ­3.3% 4.9% ­0.2% ­6.5% 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 8.2% 91.8% 9.7% 90.3% 1.5% ­1.5% 23 5 25.0% 41.7% 33.3% 42.9% 28.6% 28.6% 17.9% ­13.1% ­4.7% 65.2% 26.1% 71.4% 28.6% 6.2% 2.5% 258 26.9% 73.1% 62 25.8% 74.2% ­1.1% 1.1% 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: MS Ph.D. Other University: Other CU­Colorado Springs 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 21
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 38.9% 51.4% 2.8% 2.8% 4.2% 6.5% ­7.3% 0.7% ­0.8% 1.0% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 87.5% 5.6% 0.0% 6.9% 0.4% 0.2% ­3.2% 2.6% 17 5 58.8% 100.0% 41.2% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 86.8% 0.0% 2.9% 2.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 1.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 5.9% ­5.6% ­0.4% 0.0% 56.1% ­3.3% ­10.1% 1.0% ­2.6% ­5.2% 0.0% ­8.5% ­1.1% ­1.1% ­3.3% ­1.5% ­2.2% ­12.2% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 95.6% 4.4% 7.6% ­7.6% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 94.0% 0.0% 6.0% 14.3% ­13.5% ­0.8% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Spouse 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 22
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 58.5% 41.5% 56.5% 43.5% ­2.0% 2.0% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= 158 < 30 days 25.0% 31­ 60 days 15.5% > 60 days 59.5% 127 34.6% 19.2% 46.2% 9.6% 3.7% ­13.3% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 40.0% 60.0% 9.9% ­9.9% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 75.4% 4.3% 2.9% 1.4% 15.9% 18.3% ­0.6% ­8.7% ­0.8% ­8.4% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 17.6% 47.1% 35.3% ­1.4% 12.2% ­10.8% MEAN= 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 1.5% 1.5% 4.4% 0.0% 23.5% 69.1% 5.54 ­2.2% ­4.1% 2.5% ­14.6% ­10.6% 29.0% ­ 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 2.9% 4.3% 1.4% 5.7% 38.6% 47.1% 5.14 ­0.1% 1.7% ­2.3% ­8.2% ­1.8% 10.8% ­ Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 23
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 4.3% 11.4% 5.7% 14.3% 27.1% 37.1% 4.60 ­3.9% 0.3% ­2.9% ­7.3% 1.1% 12.6% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 1.4% 7.0% 5.6% 16.9% 42.3% 26.8% 4.72 ­0.8% 1.9% ­0.2% ­5.8% ­2.5% 7.3% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 4.3% 4.3% 10.0% 18.6% 42.9% 20.0% 4.51 2.5% 0.7% 3.9% ­1.9% ­4.9% ­0.1% ­ 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 4.2% 2.8% 4.2% 12.7% 38.0% 38.0% 4.92 2.4% 0.3% 1.0% ­0.6% ­7.5% 4.3% ­ 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 2.9% 2.9% 1.4% 17.1% 37.1% 38.6% 4.99 0.0% ­0.7% ­1.5% ­4.2% ­3.7% 10.1% ­ MEAN= Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 24
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 2.9% 2.9% 1.4% 17.1% 37.1% 38.6% 4.89 1.5% 0.4% ­1.8% 7.1% ­12.7% 5.6% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 6.1% 93.9% 7.0% 93.0% 0.9% ­0.9% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Other 16 62.5% 5 100.0% 37.5% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 6.1% 93.9% ­5.4% 5.4% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 85.7% 14.3% 1.4% ­1.4% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 50.0% 50.0% 9.9% ­9.9% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 1.4% 2.8% 8.5% 19.7% 31.0% 29.6% 7.0% 3.83 ­5.7% 0.3% 4.9% 2.9% ­6.1% 1.7% 2.0% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 31.4% 1.4% 7.1% 7.1% 32.9% 20.0% 3.92 ­10.5% ­1.1% 2.1% ­4.4% 9.6% 4.2% ­ 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 53.5% 43.7% 2.8% 13.9% ­9.5% ­4.4% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 25
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Good departmental programs Cost Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Had major I wanted Accredited Good equipment, facilities, resources High academic standards Small school/atmosphere Good cohesiveness, communication Availability of Faculty Diverse course offerings 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other Faculty High fees, costs Department/program disorganized Lacking equipment/facilities/resources Class hours/schedule Need wider selection of courses Too many unnecessary requirements Location Lack of diversity among instructors Lack of internships, work experience Poor academic advising Need more graduate programs Classes taught by TA's, not PhD's Lack of sports Unfriendly, uncaring atmosphere Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 38.6% 35.7% 18.6% 5.7% 1.4% 1.96 12.7% ­1.0% ­12.0% 0.3% 0.0% ­ 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 5.0% 8.3% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 0.4% 1.6% 1.8% 0.4% 2.8% 0.6% 1.0% 1.4% 15.7% 10.7% 13.6% 5.0% 7.1% 12.9% 10.0% 2.9% 2.9% 1.4% 1.4% 3.6% 0.7% 1.4% 0.7% 5.7% 1.4% 0.7% 2.1% 4.0% ­4.0% ­0.7% 0.6% 2.1% 4.6% ­1.7% ­1.1% ­1.5% ­0.8% ­3.0% 3.2% ­0.9% ­0.4% 0.3% 2.9% 0.8% ­0.3% 0.7% 10.5% 37.6% 3.9% 6.6% 3.5% 2.6% 3.1% 6.6% 1.3% 0.4% 0.9% 2.2% 1.7% 1.7% 1.7% 0.4% 1.3% 10.9% 36.4% 7.3% 3.6% 3.6% 1.8% 3.6% 5.5% 5.5% 1.8% 3.6% 5.5% 3.6% 1.8% 1.8% 1.8% 1.8% 0.4% ­1.2% 3.4% ­3.0% 0.1% ­0.8% 0.5% ­1.1% 4.2% 1.4% 2.7% 3.3% 1.9% 0.1% 0.1% 1.4% 0.5% 11.7% 4.0% 26
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 12.9% 4.3% 10.0% 10.0% 34.3% 28.6% ­1.2% 0.3% 3.1% ­7.7% 0.4% 5.1% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% 64 7.8% 48.4% 43.8% ­0.8% 0.5% 0.4% 45.7% 54.3% 22.5% 77.5% ­23.2% 23.2% 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 94.4% 1.4% 1.4% 1.4% 0.0% 0.0% 7.9% ­1.2% ­0.8% ­0.4% ­0.7% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% ­0.4% 1.5% 1.4% ­0.1% 1.8% 0.0% ­1.8% 2.6% 0.0% ­2.6% 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= 1964 1962 RANGE 1937­1979 1942­1977 ­ ­ 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 12.9% 78.6% 1.4% 5.7% 1.4% 0.0% ­4.1% 5.8% ­0.4% 0.6% 0.3% ­2.2% 39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% 1.90 29.4% 27.9% 29.4% 7.4% 4.4% 1.5% ­ ­8.5% 7.1% 7.1% ­5.5% 0.2% ­0.4% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 27
ALL GRAD EDU % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 5.9% 1.5% 20.6% 29.4% 29.4% 13.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.4% 11.4% 14.0% 5.5% ­19.2% ­7.4% ­4.8% 28
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the College of Engineering ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS N=281 N=30 % Difference 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 0.0% 10.3% 37.9% 24.1% 3.4% 6.9% 17.2% ­1.1% ­0.7% ­4.6% 0.3% ­6.9% 1.0% 11.7% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 43.3% 13.3% 43.3% ­19.9% ­2.1% 21.9% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 80.0% 20.0% 0.0% 8.5% 6.1% ­14.6% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 46.7% 53.3% ­26.0% 26.0% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 72.4% 3.4% 24.1% 13.4% ­10.6% ­2.9% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? Master of Science Master of Engineering Doctor of Philosophy 6.1% 5.7% 0.4% 41.4% 55.2% 3.4% 35.3% 49.5% 3.0% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 29
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS % Difference 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Computer Science Electrical Engineering (MS) Electrical Engineering (PhD) Engineering (MS) Mechanical Engineering (MS) 3.7% 2.8% 0.4% 2.0% 3.3% 30.0% 23.3% 3.3% 16.7% 26.7% 26.3% 20.5% 2.9% 14.7% 23.4% 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 3 ­ Engineering & Applied Science 10.7% 100.0% 89.3% 30.2% 69.8% 16.7% 83.3% ­13.5% 13.5% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 5 13.0% 100.0% 0.0% ­45.8% 53.7% ­53.8% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 8 ­ Other 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 0.0% 26.7% 20.0% 16.7% 6.7% 6.7% 0.0% 23.3% 0.0% ­11.1% 6.3% ­3.1% 2.0% ­3.7% ­5.8% 15.4% 0.0% 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 8.2% 91.8% 6.7% 93.3% ­1.5% 1.5% 23 2 41.7% 33.3% 50.0% 50.0% 65.2% 26.1% 50.0% 50.0% 8.3% 16.7% 0.0% ­15.2% 23.9% 258 26.9% 73.1% 25 36.0% 64.0% 9.1% ­9.1% 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N = MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: Ph.D. Other University: Other CU­Colorado Springs 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 30
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS % Difference SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 23.3% 70.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.7% ­9.1% 11.3% ­2.1% ­3.6% 3.5% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 86.7% 6.7% 3.3% 3.3% ­0.4% 1.3% 0.1% ­1.0% 17 1 58.8% 100.0% 41.2% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% 16.7% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 0.0% 13.3% 0.0% 3.3% 3.3% 0.0% 3.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.7% 0.0% 33.3% 11.1% ­0.4% 0.0% ­10.7% ­3.3% 0.3% ­1.9% 0.7% ­1.9% 0.0% ­5.2% ­1.1% ­2.6% ­3.3% 5.2% ­2.2% 15.2% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 86.7% 13.3% ­1.3% 1.3% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 79.3% 10.3% 10.3% ­0.4% ­3.2% 3.5% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Spouse 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 31
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No % Difference 58.5% 41.5% 70.0% 30.0% 11.5% ­11.5% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= < 30 days 31­ 60 days > 60 days 158 25.0% 15.5% 59.5% 164 11.1% 22.2% 66.7% ­13.9% 6.7% 7.2% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 21.7% 78.3% ­8.4% 8.4% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 55.2% 3.4% 13.8% 0.0% 27.6% ­1.9% ­1.5% 2.2% ­2.2% 3.3% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 13.3% 33.3% 53.3% ­5.7% ­1.6% 7.2% MEAN= 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 10.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.3% 50.0% 36.7% 4.93 6.3% ­5.6% ­1.9% ­11.3% 15.9% ­3.4% ­ 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 3.3% 0.0% 0.0% 20.0% 56.7% 20.0% 4.87 0.3% ­2.6% ­3.7% 6.1% 16.3% ­16.3% ­ Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 32
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree % Difference 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 3.3% 6.7% 6.7% 30.0% 40.0% 13.3% 4.37 ­4.9% ­4.5% ­1.9% 8.4% 14.0% ­11.2% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 3.3% 0.0% 0.0% 23.3% 60.0% 13.3% 4.77 1.1% ­5.1% ­5.8% 0.6% 15.2% ­6.2% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 3.3% 0.0% 6.7% 10.0% 66.7% 13.3% 4.77 1.5% ­3.6% 0.6% ­10.5% 18.9% ­6.8% ­ 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 3.3% 0.0% 0.0% 16.7% 56.7% 23.3% 4.93 1.5% ­2.5% ­3.2% 3.4% 11.2% ­10.4% ­ 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 3.3% 0.0% 0.0% 23.3% 50.0% 23.3% 4.87 0.4% ­3.6% ­2.9% 2.0% 9.2% ­5.2% ­ MEAN= Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 33
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS % Difference 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 3.3% 0.0% 3.3% 10.0% 60.0% 23.3% 4.93 1.9% ­2.5% 0.1% 0.0% 10.2% ­9.7% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 6.1% 93.9% 6.9% 93.1% 0.8% ­0.8% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Other Business Administration 16 62.5% 25.0% 2 50.0% 50.0% ­12.5% 25.0% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 10.7% 89.3% ­0.8% 0.8% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 85.2% 14.8% 0.9% ­0.9% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 50.0% 50.0% 9.9% ­9.9% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 10.0% 6.7% 0.0% 10.0% 33.3% 23.3% 16.7% 3.91 2.9% 4.2% ­3.6% ­6.8% ­3.8% ­4.6% 11.7% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 36.7% 3.3% 0.0% 16.7% 23.3% 20.0% 3.89 ­5.2% 0.8% ­5.0% 5.2% 0.0% 4.2% ­ Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 34
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS % Difference 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 65.5% 34.5% 0.0% 25.9% ­18.7% ­7.2% 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 20.0% 16.7% 50.0% 13.3% 0.0% 2.57 ­5.9% ­20.0% 19.4% 7.9% ­1.4% ­ 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Good departmental programs Cost Curriculum Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Personable/small student:teacher ratio Good equipment, facilities, resources Small school/atmosphere Diverse course offerings 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 5.0% 8.3% 1.2% 11.7% 4.0% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 1.4% 1.8% 2.8% 1.4% 8.8% 15.8% 12.3% 5.3% 7.0% 8.8% 5.3% 10.5% 1.8% 10.5% 1.8% 3.5% 1.8% 1.8% 1.8% 3.5% ­2.9% 1.1% ­2.0% 0.9% 2.0% 0.5% 4.1% ­1.2% ­2.2% 6.1% ­0.4% ­0.9% 0.4% 0.0% ­1.0% 2.1% 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other High fees, costs School lacks a big name Department/program disorganized Lacking equipment/facilities/resources Class hours/schedule Need wider selection of courses Bureaucracy Inadequate Library Resources Lack of Diversity on Campus Use of student funds 10.5% 37.6% 6.6% 5.2% 3.5% 2.6% 3.1% 6.6% 0.4% 0.9% 0.4% 0.4% 12.5% 28.1% 6.3% 9.4% 6.3% 3.1% 9.4% 12.5% 3.1% 3.1% 3.1% 3.1% 2.0% ­9.5% ­0.3% 4.2% 2.8% 0.5% 6.3% 5.9% 2.7% 2.2% 2.7% 2.7% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 35
ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other % Difference 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 23.3% 0.0% 3.3% 16.7% 53.3% 3.3% 9.2% ­4.0% ­3.6% ­1.0% 19.4% ­20.2% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% 29 3.4% 51.7% 44.8% ­5.2% 3.8% 1.4% Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 45.7% 54.3% 73.3% 26.7% 27.6% ­27.6% 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 70.4% 7.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% ­16.1% 4.8% ­2.2% ­1.8% ­0.7% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% ­0.4% 1.5% 11.1% 9.6% 1.8% 3.7% 1.9% 2.6% 7.4% 4.8% 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= RANGE 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 1964 1967 1937­1979 1949­1976 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 14.3% 82.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.6% ­ ­ ­2.7% 9.3% ­1.8% ­5.1% ­1.1% 1.4% 36
39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 (ENGR Report) 5/2/2007 ALL GRAD ENGR ALUMNI GRADS 2.11 2.17 37.9% 35.7% 20.8% 21.4% 22.3% 17.9% 12.9% 21.4% 4.2% 0.0% 1.9% 3.6% 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 7.4% 0.0% 3.7% 3.7% 11.1% 51.9% 14.8% 7.4% % Difference ­ ­2.2% 0.6% ­4.4% 8.5% ­4.2% 1.7% 1.5% ­1.1% ­5.5% ­11.7% ­12.8% 19.5% 7.4% 2.6% 37
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the College of Letters, Arts & Sciences ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference N=281 N=33 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 0.0% 9.4% 50.0% 15.6% 12.5% 0.0% 12.5% ­1.1% ­1.6% 7.5% ­8.2% 2.2% ­5.9% 7.0% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 63.6% 21.2% 15.2% 0.4% 5.8% ­6.2% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 75.8% 24.2% 0.0% 4.3% 10.3% ­14.6% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 84.8% 15.2% 12.1% ­12.1% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 72.7% 15.2% 12.1% 13.7% 1.2% ­14.9% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? Master of Arts Master of Science Master of Basic Science Master of Public Administration 32.9% 6.1% 2.9% 7.5% 63.6% 9.1% 24.2% 3.0% 30.7% 3.0% 21.3% ­4.5% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 38
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Basic Science (MS) Communication (MA) Counseling and Human Services (MA) Curriculum and Instruction (MA) History (MA) Psychology (MA) 4.1% 1.6% 6.1% 17.9% 1.2% 4.1% 33.3% 13.3% 3.3% 6.7% 10.0% 33.3% 29.2% 11.7% ­2.8% ­11.2% 8.8% 29.2% 7.3% 100.0% 92.7% 30.2% 69.8% 3.0% 97.0% ­27.2% 27.2% 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= 80 MEAN= 58.8% Percent <= 50% 46.3% Percent > 50% 53.8% 1 10.0% 100.0% 0.0% ­ ­48.8% 53.7% ­53.8% 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 4 ­ Letters, Arts, & Sciences 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 36.4% 9.1% 12.1% 6.1% 6.1% 24.2% 6.1% ­1.4% ­4.6% ­7.7% 1.4% ­4.3% 18.4% ­1.8% 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 8.2% 91.8% 12.1% 87.9% 3.9% ­3.9% 23 5 25.0% 41.7% 33.3% 20.0% 20.0% 60.0% ­5.0% ­21.7% 26.7% 65.2% 26.1% 8.7% 20.0% 40.0% 20.0% ­45.2% 13.9% 11.3% 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 258 1 ­ Yes 26.9% 2 ­ No 73.1% 30 26.7% 73.3% ­0.2% 0.2% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: MS Ph.D. Other University: Other CU­Colorado Springs CTU (Colorado Technical University) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 39
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 54.5% 36.4% 0.0% 9.1% 0.0% 22.1% ­22.3% ­2.1% 5.5% ­3.2% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 81.8% 15.2% 0.0% 3.0% ­5.3% 9.8% ­3.2% ­1.3% 17 1 58.8% 100.0% 41.2% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 37.5% 0.0% 9.4% 3.1% 3.1% 0.0% 0.0% 6.3% 3.1% 3.1% 9.4% 0.0% 0.0% 25.0% ­5.6% ­0.4% 0.0% 6.8% ­3.3% ­3.6% 1.2% 0.5% ­5.2% 0.0% ­2.2% 2.0% 0.5% 6.1% ­1.5% ­2.2% 6.9% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 84.4% 15.6% ­3.6% 3.6% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 78.1% 12.5% 9.4% ­1.6% ­1.0% 2.6% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Spouse 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 40
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 58.5% 41.5% 37.5% 62.5% ­21.0% 21.0% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= 158 < 30 days 25.0% 31­ 60 days 15.5% > 60 days 59.5% 175 12.5% 18.8% 68.8% ­ ­12.5% 3.3% 9.3% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 48.3% 51.7% 18.2% ­18.2% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 65.5% 12.5% 21.9% 0.0% 0.0% 8.4% 7.6% 10.3% ­2.2% ­24.3% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 21.9% 56.3% 21.9% 2.9% 21.4% ­24.2% MEAN= 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 6.3% 3.1% 0.0% 18.8% 37.5% 34.4% 4.81 2.6% ­2.5% ­1.9% 4.2% 3.4% ­5.7% ­ MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 3.1% 0.0% 6.3% 6.3% 37.5% 46.9% 5.16 0.1% ­2.6% 2.6% ­7.6% ­2.9% 10.6% ­ Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 41
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 9.4% 9.4% 6.3% 9.4% 18.8% 46.9% 4.59 1.2% ­1.8% ­2.3% ­12.2% ­7.2% 22.4% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 3.1% 12.5% 3.1% 6.3% 40.6% 34.4% 4.72 0.9% 7.4% ­2.7% ­16.4% ­4.2% 14.9% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 0.0% 3.1% 0.0% 25.0% 37.5% 34.4% 5.00 ­1.8% ­0.5% ­6.1% 4.5% ­10.3% 14.3% ­ 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 3.1% 3.1% 3.1% 18.8% 28.1% 43.8% 4.97 1.3% 0.6% ­0.1% 5.5% ­17.4% 10.1% ­ 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 6.3% 0.0% 3.1% 3.1% 37.5% 50.0% 5.16 3.4% ­3.6% 0.2% ­18.2% ­3.3% 21.5% ­ MEAN= Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 42
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 3.1% 3.1% 6.3% 6.3% 34.4% 46.9% 5.06 1.7% 0.6% 3.1% ­3.7% ­15.4% 13.9% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 6.1% 93.9% 12.1% 87.9% 6.0% ­6.0% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Other Business Administration 16 62.5% 25.0% 3 66.7% 33.3% 4.2% 8.3% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 16.1% 83.9% 4.6% ­4.6% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 73.1% 26.9% ­11.2% 11.2% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 48.5% 51.5% 8.4% ­8.4% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 3.0% 0.0% 9.1% 6.1% 45.5% 36.4% 0.0% 4.13 ­4.1% ­2.5% 5.5% ­10.7% 8.4% 8.5% ­5.0% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 18.2% 6.1% 6.1% 9.1% 30.3% 30.3% 3.89 ­23.7% 3.6% 1.1% ­2.4% 7.0% 14.5% ­ 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 72.7% 24.2% 3.0% 33.1% ­29.0% ­4.2% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 43
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 36.4% 27.3% 24.2% 9.1% 3.0% 2.15 10.5% ­9.4% ­6.4% 3.7% 1.6% ­ 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 5.0% 8.3% 1.2% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 0.4% 1.4% 0.4% 2.8% 1.0% 9.1% 16.4% 18.2% 9.1% 3.6% 1.8% 3.6% 7.3% 1.8% 1.8% 9.1% 1.8% 7.3% 1.8% 5.5% 1.8% ­2.6% 1.7% 3.9% 4.1% ­4.7% 0.6% ­8.1% 3.3% ­2.6% ­0.4% 4.7% 1.4% 5.9% 1.4% 2.7% 0.8% 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other High fees, costs School lacks a big name Department/program disorganized Need wider selection of courses No career placement, guidance No involvement with community Lack of internships, work experience Inadequate Library Resources Need more graduate programs Unfriendly, uncaring atmosphere 10.5% 37.6% 6.6% 5.2% 3.5% 6.6% 2.2% 0.4% 2.2% 0.9% 1.7% 1.3% 6.9% 41.4% 6.9% 3.4% 6.9% 10.3% 3.4% 3.4% 3.4% 3.4% 6.9% 3.4% ­3.6% 3.8% 0.3% ­1.8% 3.4% 3.7% 1.2% 3.0% 1.2% 2.5% 5.2% 2.1% 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 33.3% 9.1% 12.1% 3.0% 30.3% 12.1% 19.2% 5.1% 5.2% ­14.7% ­3.6% ­11.4% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% 33 18.2% 45.4% 36.4% 9.6% ­2.5% ­7.0% MEAN= 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Good departmental programs Cost Curriculum Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Had major I wanted Personable/small student:teacher ratio High academic standards Small school/atmosphere Availability of Faculty 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 11.7% 4.0% 44
ALL GRAD LAS % ALUMNI GRADS Difference Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 45.7% 54.3% 36.4% 63.6% ­9.3% 9.3% 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 82.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 0.0% ­4.5% 0.4% 0.8% 1.2% 2.3% 0.0% 0.4% 3.0% 2.6% 1.5% 0.0% ­1.5% 1.8% 3.0% 1.2% 2.6% 0.0% ­2.6% 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= 1964 1965 RANGE 1937­1979 1937­1978 ­ ­ 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 33.3% 57.6% 0.0% 3.0% 6.1% 0.0% 16.3% ­15.2% ­1.8% ­2.1% 5.0% ­2.2% 39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% 1.71 43.3% 36.7% 13.3% 3.3% 0.0% 3.3% 5.4% 15.9% ­9.0% ­9.6% ­4.2% 1.4% 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 6.3% 0.0% 21.9% 28.1% 25.0% 9.4% 3.1% 6.3% 0.4% ­1.1% 12.7% 12.7% 1.1% ­23.0% ­4.3% 1.5% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 45
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the College of Nursing ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference N=281 N=13 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 7.7% 0.0% 15.4% 23.1% 46.2% 7.7% 0.0% 6.6% ­11.0% ­27.1% ­0.7% 35.9% 1.8% ­5.5% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 61.5% 23.1% 15.4% ­1.7% 7.7% ­6.0% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 84.6% 15.4% 0.0% 13.1% 1.5% ­14.6% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 76.9% 23.1% 4.2% ­4.2% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 66.7% 0.0% 33.3% 7.7% ­14.0% 6.3% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? 4 ­ Master of Science Nursing 4.6% 100.0% 95.4% 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Nurse Practitioner (MSN) 4.5% 100.0% 95.5% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 46
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 5 ­ Nursing 4.6% 100.0% 95.4% 30.2% 69.8% 38.5% 61.5% 8.3% ­8.3% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 4 4.3% 100.0% 0.0% ­54.6% 53.7% ­53.8% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 8 ­ Other 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 5.8% 7.9% 0.0% 46.2% 0.0% 38.5% 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.4% ­13.7% 18.7% 3.0% ­2.7% ­5.8% ­7.9% 0.0% 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 8.2% 91.8% 7.7% 92.3% ­0.5% 0.5% 23 1 33.3% 100.0% 66.7% 65.2% 100.0% 34.8% 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 258 1 ­ Yes 26.9% 2 ­ No 73.1% 12 25.0% 75.0% ­1.9% 1.9% 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: Other University: Other SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 69.2% 30.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 36.8% ­27.9% ­2.1% ­3.6% ­3.2% 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 92.3% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 5.2% 2.3% ­3.2% ­4.3% 17 0 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 47
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 8.5% 100.0% 91.5% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 91.7% 8.3% 3.7% ­3.7% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 69.2% 23.1% 7.7% ­10.5% 9.6% 0.9% 58.5% 41.5% 38.5% 61.5% ­20.0% 20.0% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= < 30 days 31­ 60 days > 60 days 158 25.0% 15.5% 59.5% 117 28.6% 0.0% 71.4% 3.6% ­15.5% 11.9% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 46.2% 53.8% 16.1% ­16.1% 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 53.8% 0.0% 23.1% 7.7% 15.4% ­3.3% ­4.9% 11.5% 5.5% ­8.9% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 23.1% 30.8% 46.2% 4.1% ­4.1% 0.1% 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 15.4% 23.1% 53.8% 5.08 4.0% ­5.6% ­1.9% 0.8% ­11.0% 13.7% ­ 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 48
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 23.1% 23.1% 53.8% 5.31 ­3.0% ­2.6% ­3.7% 9.2% ­17.3% 17.5% ­ 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 15.4% 23.1% 53.8% 5.08 ­0.5% ­11.2% ­8.6% ­6.2% ­2.9% 29.3% ­ 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 15.4% 61.5% 15.4% 4.69 5.5% ­5.1% ­5.8% ­7.3% 16.7% ­4.1% ­ 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 38.5% 38.5% 15.4% 4.54 ­1.8% 4.1% ­6.1% 18.0% ­9.3% ­4.7% ­ 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 0.0% 15.4% 7.7% 15.4% 46.2% 15.4% 4.38 ­1.8% 12.9% 4.5% 2.1% 0.7% ­18.3% ­ 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 49
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 0.0% 23.1% 0.0% 30.8% 30.8% 15.4% 4.15 ­2.9% 19.5% ­2.9% 9.5% ­10.0% ­13.1% ­ 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 0.0% 15.4% 7.7% 15.4% 46.2% 15.4% 4.38 ­1.4% 12.9% 4.5% 5.4% ­3.6% ­17.6% ­ 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) 6.1% 93.9% 7.7% 92.3% 1.6% ­1.6% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= 16 Other 62.5% 1 100.0% 37.5% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 36.4% 63.6% 24.9% ­24.9% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 91.7% 8.3% 7.4% ­7.4% 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 76.9% 23.1% 36.8% ­36.8% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 15.4% 0.0% 0.0% 23.1% 46.2% 15.4% 0.0% 3.91 8.3% ­2.5% ­3.6% 6.3% 9.1% ­12.5% ­5.0% ­ Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 50
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 23.1% 0.0% 15.4% 30.8% 23.1% 7.7% 3.30 ­18.8% ­2.5% 10.4% 19.3% ­0.2% ­8.1% ­ 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 46.2% 46.2% 7.7% 6.6% ­7.0% 0.5% 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 46.2% 46.2% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 1.62 20.3% 9.5% ­22.9% ­5.4% ­1.4% ­ 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 5.0% 4.4% 4.4% 22.7% 9.1% 22.7% 4.5% 9.1% 9.1% 4.5% 4.5% 13.6% 11.0% ­5.6% 8.4% 0.1% 4.1% ­2.6% 0.5% 0.1% 9.2% 10.5% 37.6% 3.9% 6.6% 3.5% 6.6% 1.7% 0.4% 9.1% 36.4% 9.1% 9.1% 9.1% 9.1% 9.1% 9.1% ­1.4% ­1.2% 5.2% 2.5% 5.6% 2.5% 7.4% 8.7% 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Good departmental programs Other Good reputation Night classes Small class size 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other Faculty High fees, costs Department/program disorganized Need wider selection of courses Poor academic advising School is too small Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 11.7% 4.0% 51
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 7.7% 0.0% 15.4% 15.4% 46.2% 15.4% ­6.4% ­4.0% 8.5% ­2.3% 12.3% ­8.1% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% 13 23.1% 61.5% 15.4% 14.5% 13.6% ­28.0% 45.7% 54.3% 0.0% 100.0% ­45.7% 45.7% 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 92.3% 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 5.8% ­2.6% 5.5% ­1.8% ­0.7% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% ­0.4% 1.5% 0.0% ­1.5% 1.8% 0.0% ­1.8% 2.6% 0.0% ­2.6% 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= 1964 1957 RANGE 1937­1979 1948­1970 ­ ­ 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 7.7% 76.9% 0.0% 15.4% 0.0% 0.0% ­9.3% 4.1% ­1.8% 10.3% ­1.1% ­2.2% 39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% 2.14 46.2% 15.4% 23.1% 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% ­ 8.3% ­5.4% 0.8% ­5.2% 3.5% ­1.9% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 52
ALL GRAD NUR % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 15.4% 38.5% 38.5% 0.0% 7.7% ­5.9% ­1.1% ­9.2% 0.0% 14.6% 6.1% ­7.4% 2.9% 53
Graduate Alumni 2003 Survey Results Comparison of University Totals to the Graduate School of Public Affairs All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference N=281 N=19 1. What year did you start work toward a graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs? 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 and before 1.1% 11.0% 42.5% 23.8% 10.3% 5.9% 5.5% 5.3% 5.3% 36.8% 26.3% 10.5% 0.0% 15.8% 4.2% ­5.7% ­5.7% 2.5% 0.2% ­5.9% 10.3% 2. What was your initial student level? 1 ­ Fully Accepted 2 ­ Provisionally Accepted 3 ­ Unclassified 63.2% 15.4% 21.4% 52.6% 15.8% 31.6% ­10.6% 0.4% 10.2% 3. What was your initial student tuition classification? 1 ­ Resident 2 ­ Non­resident 3­ Online instruction only 71.5% 13.9% 14.6% 94.7% 5.3% 0.0% 23.2% ­8.6% ­14.6% 4. During your graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs, what was your course load during most semesters? 1 ­ Full­time (5 or more hours a semester) 2 ­ Part­time (less than 5 hours a semester) 72.7% 27.3% 84.2% 15.8% 11.5% ­11.5% 5. Please indicate when you received your last graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ May 2 ­ August 3 ­ December 2000 59.0% 14.0% 27.0% 2001 55.6% 0.0% 44.4% 100.0% ­3.4% ­14.0% 17.4% 6. Which degree did you receive at the time of the above graduation? 6 ­ Master of Public Administration 7.5% 100.0% 92.5% 7. In what major field(s) or area(s) of emphasis did you receive your graduate degree from CU­Colorado Springs? Public Administration (MPA) 5.7% 100.0% 94.3% Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 54
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 8. In which school/college were you enrolled as a graduate student? 6 ­ Public Affairs 8a. Did you take any of your courses on­line? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 9) 8b. If yes, estimate what percent of your course work was done online N= MEAN= Percent <= 50% Percent > 50% 9. What was your primary purpose in obtaining a graduate degree? CIRCLE ONE ANSWER ONLY 1 ­ To become better qualified for future employment. 2 ­ To become better qualified for my present employment. 3 ­ To qualify for advancement in my field of employment. 4 ­ To prepare for a better job than my present employment. 5 ­ To prepare for changing my occupation. 6 ­ To prepare for a further graduate degree (e.g., earning a masters and a Ph.D.). 7 ­ For self­development. 8 ­ Other 10. Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree (beyond your graduate degree at CU­Colorado Springs) or certificate program? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 10b) 10a. If yes, what is the program in which you are enrolled and at what university? N= Program: Ph.D. Other University: Other CTU (Colorado Technical University) 10b. If no, do you plan to pursue another advanced degree, credentials, licenses, and/or certifications within the next year? N= 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 6.8% 100.0% 93.2% 30.2% 69.8% 36.8% 63.2% 6.6% ­6.6% 80 58.8% 46.3% 53.8% 5 11.2% 100.0% 0.0% ­47.6% 53.7% ­53.8% 37.8% 13.7% 19.8% 4.7% 10.4% 15.8% 10.5% 26.3% 15.8% 5.3% ­22.0% ­3.2% 6.5% 11.1% ­5.1% 5.8% 7.9% 0.0% 10.5% 15.8% 0.0% 4.7% 7.9% 0.0% 8.2% 91.8% 21.1% 78.9% 12.9% ­12.9% 23 4 41.7% 33.3% 75.0% 25.0% 33.3% ­8.3% 65.2% 8.7% 75.0% 25.0% 9.8% 16.3% 258 26.9% 73.1% 15 13.3% 86.7% ­13.6% 13.6% 32.4% 58.7% 2.1% 3.6% 3.2% 10.5% 73.7% 10.5% 0.0% 5.3% ­21.9% 15.0% 8.4% ­3.6% 2.1% SECTION B: EMPLOYMENT 11. Upon graduation, what did you do? 1 ­ Sought new employment 2 ­ Continued current employment 3 ­ Attended further graduate school 4 ­Took Time Off 5 ­ Other Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 55
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 12. What is your current employment status? 1 ­ Employed full­time (go to Q. 13) 2 ­ Employed part­time (go to Q. 13) 3 ­ Unemployed but seeking employment 4 ­ Unemployed and not seeking employment 87.1% 5.4% 3.2% 4.3% 89.5% 0.0% 5.3% 5.3% 2.4% ­5.4% 2.1% 1.0% 17 35.3% 2 100.0% 64.7% 5.6% 0.4% 0.0% 30.7% 3.3% 13.0% 1.9% 2.6% 5.2% 0.0% 8.5% 1.1% 2.6% 3.3% 1.5% 2.2% 18.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 11.1% 0.0% 27.8% 0.0% 5.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 27.8% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 27.8% ­5.6% ­0.4% 0.0% ­19.6% ­3.3% 14.8% ­1.9% 3.0% ­5.2% 0.0% ­8.5% ­1.1% 25.2% ­3.3% ­1.5% ­2.2% 9.7% 14a. Are you currently employed in your chosen profession/occupation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 88.0% 12.0% 88.2% 11.8% 0.2% ­0.2% 14b. Overall, are you satisfied with your current job? 1 ­ Yes 2­ Neutral 3 ­ No 79.7% 13.5% 6.8% 82.4% 17.6% 0.0% 2.7% 4.1% ­6.8% 58.5% 41.5% 94.1% 5.9% 35.6% ­35.6% 15a. How long did it take for you to find your first job related to your graduate degree after graduation? MEAN Days= < 30 days 31­ 60 days > 60 days 158 25.0% 15.5% 59.5% 212 33.3% 0.0% 66.7% 8.3% ­15.5% 7.2% 15b. After graduation, was your employment changed to an area related to your graduate degree? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 30.1% 69.9% 7.7% 92.3% ­22.4% 22.4% 12a. If unemployed, what is your current source of income? (go to Q.21) N= Other 13. In which sector of the economy is your primary employment? 1 ­ Aerospace Industry 2 ­ Agricultural 3 ­ Contract Construction 4 ­ Education 5 ­ Finance 6 ­ Government 7 ­ Homemaker 8 ­ Insurance ­­ Real Estate 9 ­ Manufacturing 10 ­ Mining 11 ­ Medical/Nursing/Allied Health 12 ­ Professional (Medical or Law) 13 ­ Public Service 14 ­ Service 15 ­ Transportation & Public Utilities 16 ­ Wholesale & Retail Trades 17 ­ Other (specify) 15. Did you already have your current job prior to graduation? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 56
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 16. Was it necessary for you to relocate for your first job after graduation? 1 ­ Did not have to relocate 2 ­ Relocated within Colorado 3 ­ Relocated to another state 4 ­ Relocated to another country 5 ­ N/A (e.g., already had a job in my field) 57.1% 4.9% 11.6% 2.2% 24.3% 41.2% 11.8% 0.0% 0.0% 47.1% ­15.9% 6.9% ­11.6% ­2.2% 22.8% 17. How much previous experience did you have in your current field of employment? 1 ­ Had no previous employment experience 2 ­ Had some previous employment experience 3 ­ Had substantial previous employment experience 19.0% 34.9% 46.1% 17.6% 17.6% 64.7% ­1.4% ­17.3% 18.6% MEAN= 3.7% 5.6% 1.9% 14.6% 34.1% 40.1% 4.90 5.9% 5.9% 0.0% 23.5% 29.4% 35.3% 4.71 2.2% 0.3% ­1.9% 8.9% ­4.7% ­4.8% ­ MEAN= 3.0% 2.6% 3.7% 13.9% 40.4% 36.3% 4.95 0.0% 6.3% 6.3% 25.0% 18.8% 43.8% 4.88 ­3.0% 3.7% 2.6% 11.1% ­21.7% 7.5% ­ MEAN= 8.2% 11.2% 8.6% 21.6% 26.0% 24.5% 4.20 11.8% 17.6% 0.0% 29.4% 35.3% 5.9% 3.76 3.6% 6.5% ­8.6% 7.8% 9.3% ­18.6% ­ MEAN= 2.2% 5.1% 5.8% 22.7% 44.8% 19.5% 4.61 0.0% 10.5% 10.5% 15.8% 31.6% 31.6% 4.63 ­2.2% 5.4% 4.7% ­6.9% ­13.2% 12.1% ­ Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 18. My job is closely related to my chosen field of study. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 19. My graduate studies at CU­Colorado Springs enhanced my ability to get a job. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 20. A graduate degree is required to do my job well. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Section C: Rating My Education at CU­Colorado Springs Please circle the number for each item that most closely matches your opinion: 21. My CU­Colorado Springs graduate degree prepared me well for my chosen career. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 57
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 22. The technical skills I learned at CU­Colorado Springs during my graduate studies were complete and up­to­date. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree MEAN= 1.8% 3.6% 6.1% 20.5% 47.8% 20.1% 4.69 0.0% 5.3% 5.3% 15.8% 36.8% 36.8% 4.95 ­1.8% 1.7% ­0.8% ­4.7% ­11.0% 16.7% ­ MEAN= 1.8% 2.5% 3.2% 13.3% 45.5% 33.7% 4.99 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 5.3% 47.4% 47.4% 5.42 ­1.8% ­2.5% ­3.2% ­8.0% 1.9% 13.7% ­ MEAN= 2.9% 3.6% 2.9% 21.3% 40.8% 28.5% 4.79 0.0% 10.5% 0.0% 15.8% 31.6% 42.1% 4.95 ­2.9% 6.9% ­2.9% ­5.5% ­9.2% 13.6% ­ MEAN= 1.4% 2.5% 3.2% 10.0% 49.8% 33.0% 5.03 0.0% 0.0% 5.3% 0.0% 52.6% 42.1% 5.32 ­1.4% ­2.5% 2.1% ­10.0% 2.8% 9.1% ­ 6.1% 93.9% 5.3% 94.7% ­0.8% 0.8% 26a. If yes, what degree program do you wish you had chosen? N= Business Administration 16 25.0% 1 100.0% 75.0% 26b. Do you wish you had attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 11.5% 88.5% 10.5% 89.5% ­1.0% 1.0% 26c. Could you have attended a different institution? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 84.3% 15.7% 81.3% 18.8% ­3.0% 3.1% 23. I would recommend my graduate degree program to another interested person. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 24. The specific knowledge, skills, and expertise I acquired at CU­Colorado Springs in my graduate program have been useful in my present occupation. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 25. Overall, I am satisfied with the graduate education I received at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Strongly Disagree 2 ­ Disagree 3 ­ Slightly Disagree 4 ­ Slightly Agree 5 ­ Agree 6 ­ Strongly Agree 26. In retrospect, I wish I had chosen a different graduate program of study at CU­Colorado Springs. 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No (go to Q. 26b) Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 58
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 27. I sought formal graduate advisement on a regular basis (at least once a semester). 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 40.1% 59.9% 21.1% 78.9% ­19.0% 19.0% 28. How would you evaluate the advising you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never was advised 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent 6 ­ Never requested or needed advisement (* the mean does not include category 0 or 6 responses) *MEAN= 7.1% 2.5% 3.6% 16.8% 37.1% 27.9% 5.0% 3.96 5.3% 0.0% 0.0% 31.6% 31.6% 26.3% 5.3% 3.94 ­1.8% ­2.5% ­3.6% 14.8% ­5.5% ­1.6% 0.3% ­ 29. How would you evaluate the mentoring you received in your graduate program? 0 ­ Never had a mentor 1 ­ Very Poor 2 ­ Poor 3 ­ Fair 4 ­ Good 5 ­ Excellent (* the mean does not include category 0 responses) *MEAN= 41.9% 2.5% 5.0% 11.5% 23.3% 15.8% 3.77 36.8% 0.0% 0.0% 26.3% 10.5% 26.3% 4.00 ­5.1% ­2.5% ­5.0% 14.8% ­12.8% 10.5% ­ 30. Did you work directly with any faculty member on research, service, or creative projects during your time at CU­Colorado Springs, either in or outside of class? 1 ­ Yes 2 ­ No 3 ­ No, but I wanted a mentor 39.6% 53.2% 7.2% 36.8% 57.9% 5.3% ­2.8% 4.7% ­1.9% 31. How often were courses needed for your graduate program unavailable in the semester that you needed them? 1 ­ Never 2 ­ Rarely 3 ­ Sometimes 4 ­ Often 5 ­ Always MEAN= 25.9% 36.7% 30.6% 5.4% 1.4% 2.20 15.8% 52.6% 31.6% 0.0% 0.0% 2.16 ­10.1% 15.9% 1.0% ­5.4% ­1.4% ­ 11.7% 14.7% 14.3% 4.4% 8.3% 5.3% 18.4% 7.9% 7.9% 2.6% 5.3% 7.9% 2.6% 2.6% 15.8% 5.3% 2.6% 7.9% 5.3% 2.6% ­6.4% 3.7% ­6.4% 3.5% ­5.7% ­6.4% 3.9% ­1.8% 0.4% 11.4% 3.9% 1.0% 6.1% 2.5% 1.6% 32. In your opinion, what were the advantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Location Faculty Convenient Class hours/schedule Cost Other Good reputation Night classes Quality education Small class size Personable/small student:teacher ratio Accredited Good equipment, facilities, resources Small school/atmosphere Availability of Faculty Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 11.7% 4.0% 4.4% 2.2% 4.4% 1.4% 1.6% 1.8% 2.8% 1.0% 59
All GRAD GSPA % ALUMNI GRADS Difference 33. In your opinion, what were the disadvantages of going to graduate school at CU­Colorado Springs? Parking Other High fees, costs Class hours/schedule Need wider selection of courses No career placement, guidance Lack of internships, work experience Lack of financial aid Construction 10.5% 37.6% 6.6% 3.1% 6.6% 2.2% 2.2% 0.4% 0.4% 25.0% 31.3% 6.3% 6.3% 6.3% 6.3% 6.3% 6.3% 6.3% 14.5% ­6.4% ­0.4% 3.2% ­0.4% 4.1% 4.1% 5.9% 5.9% 34. Where did you first hear about your graduate program at UCCS? 1 ­ I was a UCCS student at the time 2 ­ Professional publication 3 ­ Brochure 4 ­ Web site 5 ­ Word of mouth 6­ Other 14.1% 4.0% 6.9% 17.7% 33.9% 23.5% 15.8% 0.0% 5.3% 10.5% 26.3% 42.1% 1.7% ­4.0% ­1.6% ­7.2% ­7.6% 18.6% 267 8.6% 47.9% 43.4% 17 5.9% 58.8% 35.3% ­2.7% 10.9% ­8.1% 45.7% 54.3% 31.6% 68.4% ­14.1% 14.1% 86.5% 2.6% 2.2% 1.8% 0.7% 0.0% 84.2% 5.3% 5.3% 5.3% 0.0% 0.0% ­2.3% 2.7% 3.1% 3.5% ­0.7% 0.0% 0.4% 0.0% ­0.4% 1.5% 0.0% ­1.5% 1.8% 0.0% ­1.8% 2.6% 0.0% ­2.6% 34a. To what degree did you find the UCCS website helpful? N= 1 ­ Not helpful 2 ­ Somewhat helpful 3 ­ Very helpful Section D. Demographics 35. Your gender is: 1 ­ Male 2 ­ Female 36. Your primary ethnic group is? 1 ­ White / Anglo / Caucasian 2 ­ African American 3 ­ Chicano(a) / Mexican American 4 ­ Latino(a) / Latin American, South and Central American 5 ­ Native American / Alaskan Native / Aleut 6 ­ Asian American / Asian / Pacific Islander 7 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southwest Asian (Region consisting of Afghanistan, Bakrain, Cyprus, Gaza Strip, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Empire, and Yemen) 8 ­ Asian American / Asian / South Asian (Region consisting of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka) 9 ­ Asian American / Asian / East Asian (Region consisting of China, Japan, Mongolia, North/South Korea, and Taiwan) 10 ­ Asian American / Asian / Southeast Asian (Region consisting of Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) 37. Your year of birth is: MEAN= RANGE 38. Your marital status is: 1 ­ Single, Never Married 2 ­ Married 3 ­ Separated 4 ­ Divorced 5­ Widowed 6 ­ Other Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 1964 1963 1937­19791948­1976 17.0% 72.8% 1.8% 5.1% 1.1% 2.2% 26.3% 47.4% 0.0% 15.8% 0.0% 10.5% ­ ­ 9.3% ­25.4% ­1.8% 10.7% ­1.1% 8.3% 60
39. How many dependants are in your household? MEAN= 0 1 2 3 4 5­7 40. Your total personal annual salary (before deductions) in the year following your graduation was: 1 ­ Less than $9,999 2 ­ $10,000 ­ $19,999 3 ­ $20,000 ­ $29,999 4 ­ $30,000 ­ $39,999 5 ­ $40,000 ­ $54,999 6 ­ $55,000 ­ $79,999 7 ­ $80,000 ­ $99,999 8 ­ $100,000 or more Office of Institutional Research Grad_2003 5/2/2007 All GRAD ALUMNI 2.11 37.9% 20.8% 22.3% GSPA % GRADS Difference 2.14 ­ 61.1% 23.2% 11.1% ­9.7% 11.1% ­11.2% 12.9% 4.2% 1.9% 16.7% 0.0% 0.0% 3.8% ­4.2% ­1.9% 5.9% 1.1% 9.2% 15.4% 23.9% 32.4% 7.4% 4.8% 5.3% 10.5% 5.3% 5.3% 42.1% 21.1% 10.5% 0.0% ­0.6% 9.4% ­3.9% ­10.1% 18.2% ­11.3% 3.1% ­4.8% 61