Claremont McKenna College 2015 Results College Senior Survey

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Claremont McKenna College

College Senior Survey

2015 Results

Graduating Seniors

Claremont McKenna College

N=166

Nonsectarian 4yr Colleges

N=5,430

Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles

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THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE

Results from the College Senior Survey (CSS) connect academic, civic, and diversity outcomes with college experiences to examine the institutional impact of:

• Academic outcomes and experiences

• Co-curricular outcomes and experiences

• Diversity

• Future plans

• Satisfaction

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Table of Contents

• Demographics

Sex and Race/Ethnicity

Major

GPA

Finances

• Academic Outcomes and Experiences

Habits of Mind

Pluralistic Orientation

Academic Self-Concept

Faculty Interaction: Mentorship

Guidance from Faculty

Academic Validation

General Interpersonal Validation

Academic Outcomes

Academic Enhancement Experiences

Active and Collaborative Learning

Written and Oral Communication

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• Co-Curricular Outcomes and Experiences

Social Agency

Civic Engagement

Civic Awareness

Leadership

Positive Cross-Racial Interaction

Negative Cross-Racial Interaction

Sense of Belonging

Diversity

Health and Wellness

• Future Plans

• Satisfaction

Overall Satisfaction

Satisfaction with Coursework

Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses

Satisfaction with Services and Community

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A Note about CIRP Constructs

We use the CIRP constructs throughout this

PowerPoint to help summarize important information about your students from the CSS.

Constructs

Constructs statistically aggregate questions from CIRP surveys that tap into key features of the college experience. These student traits and institutional practices contribute to learning and development in college.

Longitudinal Constructs

Constructs that are included in the CIRP TFS and CSS that measure change in your student population over time.

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Sex

50.6% 49.4%

Male

Female

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Demographics

Race/Ethnicity

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

13.6%

1.4%

African

American/

Black

0.0%

American

Indian/

Alaska

Native

Asian/

Native

Hawaiian/

Pacific

Islander

65.7%

7.1%

Latino

10.7%

1.4%

White/

Caucasion

Other

Race/

Ethnicity

Two or

More

Races/

Ethnicities

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Demographics

Primary Major (Aggregated)

Agriculture

Biological Science

14.1%

23.8%

Business

Education

Engineering

0.0%

5.0%

0.0%

0.0%

0.0%

1.3%

English

Fine Arts

History or Political Science

33.3%

31.3%

Humanities

12.8%

13.8%

Mathematics or Statistics

1.3%

0.0%

Physical Science

Social Science

Other

29.5%

18.8%

2.6%

2.6%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Men Women

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Demographics

Overall GPA

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

16.4%

18.9%

35.6%

26.6% 26.7%

24.6%

18.5% 18.4%

A or A+ AB+ B

2.1%

6.4%

B-

0.7%

3.9%

C+

0.0% 1.1%

C

0.0% 0.1%

D

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Demographics

Finances

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

21.1%

49.5%

Borrowed money to help pay for college

Median Amount Borrowed

Your Institution

Comparison Group

■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group

$7,500.00

$26,000.00

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Demographics

Finances

Sources of Funding for College Expenses

Family resources

84.8%

97.8%

Personal resources

47.3%

56.1%

63.8%

Aid not to be repaid

77.6%

Aid to be repaid

26.8%

62.6%

Other sources

7.2%

18.2%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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Academic Outcomes and Experiences

Students develop skills, knowledge, and abilities through their experiences both in and out of the classroom.

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52

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48

46

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42

40

64

62

60

58

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Habits of Mind

Habits of Mind is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with academic success. These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for lifelong learning.

TFS

56.2

52.5

CSS

61.2

57.4

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Construct Items

Support your opinions with a logical argument

Seek solutions to problems and explain them to others

Seek alternative solutions to a problem

Evaluate the quality or reliability of information you received

Ask questions in class

• Take a risk because you felt you had more to gain

Seek feedback on your academic work

Explore topics on your own, even though it was not required for a class

• Revise your papers to improve your writing

Look up scientific research articles and resources

Accept mistakes as part of the learning process

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Pluralistic Orientation

Pluralistic Orientation is a unified measure of skills and dispositions appropriate for living and working in a diverse society.

60.0

58.0

56.0

54.0

52.0

50.0

48.0

46.0

44.0

42.0

40.0

55.3

52.4

Graduating Seniors

56.5

Men

52.7

54.0

52.2

Women

Construct Items

Tolerance of others with different beliefs

Ability to work cooperatively with diverse people

Openness to having my own views challenged

Ability to see the world from someone else's perspective

Ability to discuss and negotiate controversial issues

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Academic Self-Concept

Self-awareness and confidence in academic environments help students learn by

encouraging their intellectual inquiry. Academic Self-Concept is a unified measure of students’ beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments.

60

58

56

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

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TFS

56.4

50.3

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CSS

54.8

50.5

Construct Items

Self-rated academic ability

Self-rated self-confidence (intellectual)

• Self-rated drive to achieve

Self-rated mathematical ability

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Faculty Interaction

Faculty Interaction: Mentorship measures the extent to which students and faculty have mentoring relationships that foster both academic and personal support and guidance.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

52.7

51.9

Graduating Seniors

52.4

51.4

Men

53.1

52.1

Women

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Construct Items

Help in achieving your professional goals

Advice and guidance about your educational program

Emotional support and encouragement

Feedback on your academic work (outside of grades)

An opportunity to discuss coursework outside of class

Encouragement to pursue graduate/professional study

Help to improve your study skills

A letter of recommendation

• An opportunity to work on a research project

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Guidance from Faculty

“How often have professors at your college provided you with…”

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

57.4%

36.2%

49.2%

44.9%

Advice and guidance about your educational program

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44.7%

44.7%

41.0%

46.5%

Emotional support and encouragement

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

51.8%

44.7%

50.1%

42.1%

Feedback on your academic work

(outside of grades)

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Academic Validation

Faculty interactions in the classroom can foster students’ academic development.

These items measure the extent to which students’ view of faculty actions in class reflects concern for their academic success.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

52.7% 44.7%

63.9%

51.4%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

42.5%

47.7%

32.6%

43.4%

0%

Felt that faculty provided me with feedback that helped me assess my progress in class

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Felt that my contributions were valued in class

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

71.0%

26.2%

64.0%

31.7%

Felt that faculty encouraged me to ask questions and participate in discussions

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General Interpersonal Validation

These items measure the extent to which students believe faculty and staff provide

attention to their development.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

57.0% 46.0%

39.4%

48.1%

67.4%

28.5%

55.2% 59.0%

39.0% 36.8%

46.4% 35.9%

47.4% 54.2%

25.1% 50.3% 35.1%

61.8%

At least one faculty member has taken an interest in my development

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At least one staff member has taken an interest in my development

Faculty believe in my potential to succeed academically

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

Staff recognize my achievements

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

46.2%

25.4%

19.5%

57.4% 52.8% 51.6%

Faculty empower me to learn here

Staff encouraged me to get involved in campus activities

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Academic Outcomes

These items illustrate the extent to which students agree that this institution has contributed to their academic skills and abilities.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

53.4%

40.9%

47.5%

44.2%

76.0%

23.4%

67.5%

31.3%

Knowledge of a particular field or discipline

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Critical thinking skills

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■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

71.9%

25.5%

59.8%

37.6%

Problem-solving skills

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Academic Enhancement Experiences

Opportunities to apply learning inside and outside the classroom augment students’ academic involvement, allowing them to make meaningful intellectual connections and communicate their knowledge to others.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

96.9%

77.4%

52.9%

29.6%

Completed a culminating experience for your degree (e.g., capstone course/project, thesis, comp exam)

Participated in an undergraduate research program

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92.5%

68.2%

Participated in an internship program

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Active and Collaborative Learning

These items illustrate the extent to which students have deepened their knowledge of course material through interaction with faculty and other students.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

89.2%

81.1%

10.8%

18.4%

Integrate skills and knowledge from different sources and experiences

15.7%

41.0%

16.2%

35.7%

Tutored another college student

9.0%

21.1%

12.6%

39.5%

Performed community service as part of a class

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■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

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Active and Collaborative Learning

These items illustrate the extent to which students have furthered their knowledge of course material through interaction with faculty and other students.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

77.7%

71.8%

22.3%

26.7%

Discussed course content with students outside of class

36.1%

57.2%

42.7%

52.8%

Worked with classmates on group projects during class

51.5%

44.2%

41.4%

49.8%

Studied with other students

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■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

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Written and Oral Communication

Effective communication skills are essential prerequisites for success in today's world, both personally and professionally.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

64.5%

32.5%

44.9%

45.9%

Took a class that required one or more

10+ page papers

77.1%

22.9%

75.0%

24.0%

Took a class that required multiple short papers

74.1%

25.9%

72.1%

27.3%

Made a presentation in class

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■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

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Written and Oral Communication

Effective communication skills are essential prerequisites for success in today's world, both personally and professionally.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

26.7%

43.7%

17.9%

36.5%

30.1%

48.1%

Public speaking ability

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■ Highest 10%

■ Above Average

■ Highest 10%

■ Above Average

Writing ability

20.2%

44.5%

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Co-Curricular Outcomes and Experiences

Co-curricular experiences provide opportunities for students to grow intellectually, interpersonally, and emotionally.

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60

58

56

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

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Social Agency

Activities and beliefs equip and empower students to create a world that is equitable, just, democratic, and sustainable. Social Agency measures the extent to which students value political and social involvement as a personal goal.

TFS

54.0

50.5

CSS

56.6

54.5

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Construct Items

Participating in a community action program

Helping to promote racial understanding

• Becoming a community leader

Keeping up to date with political affairs

Influencing social values

Helping others who are in difficulty

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Civic Engagement

Engaged citizens are a critical element in the functioning of our democratic society.

Civic Engagement measures the extent to which students are motivated and involved in civic, electoral, and political activities.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

54.1

51.9

Graduating Seniors

54.0

Men

51.3

54.2

52.2

Women

Construct Items

I am interested in seeking information about current social and political issues

• Publicly communicated your opinion about a cause (e.g., blog, email, petition)

Worked on a local, state, or national political campaign

Demonstrated for a cause (e.g., boycott, rally, protest)

Goal: Keeping up to date with political affairs

Goal: Influencing social values

Helped raise money for a cause or campaign

Performed volunteer or community service work

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Civic Awareness

The ability to evaluate, question, and develop solutions affecting local and global communities is an important skill. Civic Awareness measures students’ understanding of the issues facing their community, nation, and the world.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

48.7

45.6

Graduating Seniors

49.6

Men

46.0

47.7

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45.4

Women

Construct Items

Understanding of national issues

Understanding of global issues

• Understanding of the problems facing your

community

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Leadership

Leadership measures students' beliefs about their leadership development and capability, and their experiences as a leader.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

53.2

49.9

Graduating Seniors

53.3

Men

50.9

53.1

49.4

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Women

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Self-rated ability in leadership abilities

Self-rating in leadership ability

• I have effectively led a group to a common

purpose

Been a leader in an organization

Participated in leadership training

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Positive Cross-Racial Interaction

Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others. Positive Cross-Racial Interaction is a unified measure of students’ level of positive interaction with diverse peers.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

58.9

53.5

Graduating Seniors

59.1

Men

53.4

58.7

53.5

Women

Construct Items

Had intellectual discussions outside of class

Shared personal feelings and problems

• Dined or shared a meal

Had meaningful and honest discussions about

race/ethnic relations outside of class

Studied or prepared for class

Socialized or partied

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Negative Cross-Racial Interaction

Contact with diverse peers allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others. Negative Cross-Racial Interaction is a unified measure of students’ level of negative interaction with diverse peers.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56 54.9

52.7

Graduating Seniors

55.2

Men

53.3

54.6

52.4

Women

Construct Items

Had tense, somewhat hostile interactions

Felt insulted or threatened because of your race/ethnicity

Had guarded, cautious interactions

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Sense of Belonging

The campus community is a powerful source of influence on students’ development.

Sense of Belonging measures the extent to which students feel a sense of academic and social integration on campus.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

52.6

50.0

Graduating Seniors

53.0

Men

49.8

52.3

50.1

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Women

Construct Items

I feel I am a member of this campus

I feel a sense of belonging to this college

• I see myself as part of the campus community

If asked, I would recommend this college to

others

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Diversity Outcomes

Contact with diverse students, faculty, and ideas allows students to gain valuable insights about themselves and others.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

31.6%

59.9%

33.0%

54.6%

Knowledge of people from different races/cultures

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■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

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72.8%

27.2%

49.8%

50.2%

Had a roommate of different race/ethnicity

Your Institution Comparison Group

■ Yes

■ No

■ Yes

■ No

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Campus Climate and Diversity

A diverse and inclusive campus environment strengthens students’ learning experiences and prepares them to participate in an increasingly diverse society.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

4.2% 8.0%

0.7%

17.1%

3.2%

11.5%

I have felt discriminated against at this institution because of my race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation

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24.6% 24.7%

There is a lot of racial tension on this campus

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

6.3%

33.6%

4.9%

25.4%

In class, I have heard faculty express stereotypes based on race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation

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Satisfaction with Campus Diversity

A diverse campus–including students, faculty, and ideas–has a powerful impact on the student experience. These items gauge satisfaction with the diversity of the student body, faculty, and beliefs.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

39.3%

25.6%

39.3%

42.8%

Respect for the expression of diverse beliefs

21.5% 17.7%

31.5% 34.0%

Racial/ethnic diversity of the student body

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■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

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Health and Wellness

Students’ physical and emotional well-being can affect many important aspects of the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

26.4%

64.2%

44.2%

48.8%

10.9%

50.3%

15.0%

47.9%

Felt overwhelmed by all I had to do

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Felt depressed

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

8.2%

22.6%

Sought personal counseling

9.5%

26.0%

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Health and Wellness

Students’ physical and emotional well-being can affect many important aspects of the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

24.4%

38.5%

16.7%

34.3%

24.4%

42.2%

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Emotional health

Your Institution Comparison Group

■ Highest 10%

■ Above Average

■ Highest 10%

■ Above Average

Physical health

17.2%

34.5%

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100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

48.3%

33.3%

Health and Wellness

Students’ physical and emotional well-being can affect many important aspects of the student experience, including academic performance and persistence. These items gauge student behaviors, attitudes, and experiences related to health and wellness.

Drank beer

33.7%

43.3%

53.1%

37.4%

36.1%

50.9%

Drank wine or liquor

2.7%

20.3%

5.1%

16.7%

Smoked cigarettes

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■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

■ Frequently

■ Occasionally

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Future Plans

This section describes students’ degree aspirations and career plans.

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Future Plans

Planned Primary Activity Fall 2015

Working full-time

Working part-time

Your

Inst

82.2%

21.1%

Current state of employment plans

7.5%

7.5%

28.4% Your Institution

5.2%

9.7%

41.8%

8.4%

11.3%

Comparison Group

2.9%

9.9%

26.1%

0% 10% 20% 30%

Not planning on employment this fall

Looking, but no offers yet

Currently considering an offer

41.4%

Comp

Group

77.6%

33.8%

40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90%

Not actively looking for a position

Receieved an offer for a position but declined

Accepted an offer of employment

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Future Plans: Graduate/Professional School

Planned Activity Fall 2015

Attend graduate/professional school full-time

Attend graduate/professional school part-time

Current State of Educational Plans

Accepted and will be attending in fall

Still awaiting responses, no acceptances

No plans to apply to school now or in the future

Your Inst

12.4%

6.2%

Comp Group

17.7%

11.7%

10.1%

1.6%

10.9%

90.8%

21.4%

1.2%

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Degree Aspirations

Highest Degree Planned to Complete at Any Institution

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

15.0% 18.5%

7.9% 5.3%

15.0%

4.9%

Ph.D. or

Ed.D.

M.D., D.O.,

D.D.S.,

D.V.M.

LL.B or J.D.

(Law)

51.4% 48.2%

19.1%

Master's

(M.A., M.S., etc.)

0.0% 0.1%

8.6%

B.D. or

M.DIV.

(Divinity)

Bachelor's

(B.A., B.S., etc.)

0.7% 2.0% 1.4% 1.7%

Other, Voc.

Cert., A.A. or equivalent

None

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Future Plans

Probable Career/Occupation

Artist

Business

Business (clerical)

Clergy

College teacher

Doctor (MD or DDS)

Education (elementary)

Education (secondary)

Engineer

Farmer or forester

7.9%

0.7%

0.7%

2.0%

0.0%

Your

Inst

3.3%

26.3%

0.7%

0.0%

0.0%

Comp

Group

9.9%

15.5%

0.9%

0.2%

2.0%

4.7%

2.7%

3.9%

2.4%

1.6%

Health professional

Homemaker (full-time)

Lawyer

Military (career)

Nurse

Research scientist

Social, welfare, recreation worker

Skilled worker

Other

Undecided

Your

Inst

1.3%

0.0%

7.9%

0.0%

0.7%

Comp

Group

4.0%

0.1%

3.3%

0.7%

5.6%

5.9%

0.0%

0.0%

4.4%

2.4%

0.5%

42.8% 35.3%

0.0% 0.0%

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Work/Life balance

Stable, secure future

Availability of jobs

Ability to pay off debt

Leadership potential

Expression of personal values

Opportunity for innovation

Creativity and initiative

High income potential

Working for social change

Social recognition or status

Future Plans

When thinking about your career path after college, how important are the following considerations:

(Percentages combine “Essential” and “Very Important” responses)

Your Institution

80.7%

83.0%

75.4%

54.1%

78.5%

73.1%

70.4%

64.1%

57.0%

52.2%

41.1%

Comparison Group

89.1%

85.6%

77.8%

74.6%

67.6%

73.2%

70.1%

68.0%

59.5%

52.8%

37.2%

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Future Plans

Preparedness for Future Plans

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

54.2%

39.2%

35.6%

49.8%

54.9%

37.9%

Preparedness for employment after college

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Your Institution Comparison Group

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree

■ Strongly Agree

■ Agree advanced education

40.0%

48.3%

Preparedness for graduate or

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Satisfaction

Understanding how students perceive their college experience identifies areas that are working well and sheds light on those that need improvement.

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Overall Satisfaction

Overall Satisfaction measures students’ satisfaction with the college experience.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

54.7

51.2

Graduating Seniors

55.1

Men

50.8

■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group

54.2

51.4

Women

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Construct Items

Overall college experience

If you could make your college choice over,

would still choose to enroll at your current college

Overall quality of instruction

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Satisfaction with Coursework

Satisfaction with Coursework measures the extent to which students see their coursework as relevant, useful, and applicable to their academic success and future plans.

54

52

50

48

46

44

42

40

60

58

56

54.0

51.3

Graduating Seniors

56.0

Men

50.6

52.0

51.7

■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group

Women

2015 College Senior Survey

Construct Items

Relevance of coursework to future career plans

Relevance of coursework to everyday life

• Courses in your major field

General education or core curriculum courses

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Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses

In addition to actual coursework, various support services are instrumental in shaping students’ academic experiences.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

66.2%

31.1%

55.8%

34.9%

Amount of contact with faculty

34.4%

39.1%

27.8%

40.8%

Academic advising

28.0%

43.4%

24.9%

43.3%

Tutoring or other academic assistance

72.8%

25.8%

59.9% 52.7%

34.5%

Class size

37.3%

40.1%

42.8%

Ability to find faculty or staff mentor

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■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

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Satisfaction with Services and Community

Where students live and the support they receive are critical to shaping their college experience.

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

27.5%

36.2%

19.4%

37.4%

Career-related resources and support

32.5%

23.5%

34.6%

24.4%

Financial aid package

42.4%

38.4%

17.6%

37.0%

Student housing

51.3%

38.0%

35.4%

38.9%

Overall sense of community among students

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■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

■ Very Satisfied

■ Satisfied

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Overall Satisfaction

If you could make your college choice over, would you still choose to enroll at your current college?

100%

90%

80%

70%

60%

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

0%

60.6%

41.2%

Definitely Yes

29.9%

39.4%

Probably Yes

7.3%

14.6%

Probably No

■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group

2.2%

4.8%

Definitely No

2015 College Senior Survey

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The more you get to know your students, the better you can understand their needs.

2015 College Senior Survey

For more information about

HERI/CIRP Surveys

The Freshman Survey

Your First College Year Survey

Diverse Learning Environments Survey

College Senior Survey

The Faculty Survey

Please contact: heri@ucla.edu

(310) 825-1925 www.heri.ucla.edu

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