Sample University Your First College Year Survey 2019

Sample University Your First College Year Survey 2019 Results First-time, Full-time Freshmen Sample University N=78 Comparison Group N=3, 635 Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles Return to Table of Contents

THE FIRST YEAR IS A BIG DEAL Results from the Your First College Year Survey (YFCY) offer a window into the firstyear experience, providing important information on your students’: • Adjustment to college • Academic outcomes and experiences • Co-curricular experiences • Satisfaction • Overall growth 2019 Your First College Year Survey Return to Table of Contents 2

Table of Contents Demographics Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation Race/Ethnicity and Housing Type Financing College Co-Curricular Experiences Social Agency Civic Engagement Civic Awareness Pluralistic Orientation Adjustment to College Academic Adjustment Sense of Belonging Navigational Action Health and Wellness Academic Outcomes and Experiences Academic Self-Concept Habits of Mind Academic Disengagement Faculty Interaction General Interpersonal Validation Academic Enhancement Experiences 2019 Your First College Year Survey Diversity and Campus Climate Positive Cross-Racial Interaction Negative Cross-Racial Interaction Campus Climate and Diversity Satisfaction with Campus Diversity Satisfaction with Coursework Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses Satisfaction with Services and Community Overall Satisfaction Return to Table of Contents 3

A Note about CIRP Constructs We use the CIRP Constructs throughout this Power. Point to help summarize important information about your students from the YFCY. Constructs statistically aggregate the results from CIRP questions that tap into key aspects of the college experience. They focus on student traits and institutional practices contributing to students’ academic and social development. Longitudinal Constructs that are included in the CIRP TFS and YFCY that measure change in your student population over time. 2019 Your First College Year Survey Return to Table of Contents 4

Demographics Gender Identity 0% Man/Trans man 20% 40% Sexual Orientation 90% 85, 0% 60% 80% 70% 44, 9% 60% Woman/Trans woman 30% 20% 12, 0% e ov Ab ed Li st As ex ua l l 0, 0% N ot Pa 3, 0% ex ua er ue l se xu a Bi ig tra l/S ex ua os 0, 0% H et er sb ia n 0% Le 0, 0% ns 10% Q 1, 0% ht Identity not listed above 40% G ay Genderqueer/Gend er non-conforming 50% 54, 1% 2019 Your First College Year Survey Return to Table of Contents 5

Demographics Housing Race/Ethnicity 2019 Your First College Year Survey Two or more race/ethnicity Other White Latina/o/x Black Asian American Indian 100% 90% 81, 0% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 11, 1% 4, 8% 3, 2% 10% 0, 0% 0% 2, 5% 41, 6% 45, 5% 10, 4% Residence Halls Special Interest Housing With Family All Other Responses Return to Table of Contents 6

Financing College The percentage of students with at least some funds from these various sources. 100% 86, 7% 85, 2% 90% 81, 1% 76, 4% 80% 67, 2% 70% 60% 50% Do you have any concern about your ability to finance your college education? 57, 9% 56, 1% 49, 2% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 0% Aid to be repaid Aid not to be repaid Your Institution Personal Family resources Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey 22, 0% 9, 2% Percent indicating "Major" concerns Your Institution Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 7

Adjustment to College Students’ ability to adjust academically and socially plays a large role in student success, retention, and satisfaction. Return to Table of Contents

Academic Adjustment measures the ease with which students adjust to the academic demands of college. 100 90 Construct Items 80 • 70 60 52, 3 52, 6 50, 8 52, 0 • 50, 8 50 38, 0 40 • 34, 0 30 20 • Adjust to the academic demands of college Develop effective study skills Manage your time effectively Understand what your professors expect of you academically 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey Women/Trans Women Genderqueer* * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 9

Sense of Belonging 100 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. 90 Construct Items 80 70 60 50 45, 7 49, 2 44, 1 48, 3 47, 0 49, 7 40 30 20 • I feel I am a member of this college • I feel a sense of belonging to this campus • I see myself as part of the campus community • If asked, I would recommend this college to others 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women Your Institution Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 10

Navigational Action 100% These items illustrate how often students participated in institutional programs or engaged in activities that would help them successfully traverse the institution. 90% 80% 72, 7% 70% 60% 52, 5% 53, 7% 58, 9% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 8, 0% 10, 0% 0% Enrolled in a formal program where a group of students takes two or more courses together (e. g. , FIG, learning community, linked courses) 2019 Your First College Year Survey Taken a course or first-year seminar designed to help students adjust to college Your Institution Comparison Group ■ Yes Sought personal counseling Return to Table of Contents 11

Navigational Action 100% These items illustrate how often students participated in institutional programs or engaged in activities that would help them successfully traverse the institution. 90% 80% 70% 60% 52, 6% 57, 9% 66, 2% 50% 40% 36, 8% 42, 7% 48, 1% 30% 20% 10% 31, 6% 36, 8% 20, 0% 21, 1% 14, 5% 0% Career services Student Psychological Services Your Institution ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally 2019 Your First College Year Survey 11, 5% Financial aid advising Comparison Group ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally Return to Table of Contents 12

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% 42, 4% 42, 2% 60% 9, 9% 50% 18, 2% 10, 1% 40% 30% 20% 10, 1% 13, 1% 47, 5% 51, 9% 39, 4% 54, 7% 44, 6% 10% 7, 9% 37, 3% 29, 3% 31, 3% Maintained a healthy diet Had adequate sleep 0% Felt overwhelmed by all you had to do Felt anxious Your Institution ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally 2019 Your First College Year Survey Comparison Group ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally Return to Table of Contents 13

Academic Outcomes and Experiences Students develop skills, knowledge, and abilities through their experiences both in and out of the classroom. Return to Table of Contents

Academic Self-Concept is a unified measure of students’ beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. 62 60 58 56 Construct Items 54 • Self-rated academic ability • Self-rated mathematical ability • Self-rated self-confidence (intellectual) • Self-rated drive to achieve 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 TFS 42, 6 47, 6 i c ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey YFCY 44, 1 46, 6 ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 15

Academic Self-Concept is a unified measure of students’ beliefs about their abilities and confidence in academic environments. 100 90 80 Construct Items 70 60 50 42, 6 47, 6 44, 1 46, 6 47, 0 49, 7 40 • • 30 Self-rated academic ability Self-rated mathematical ability Self-rated self-confidence (intellectual) Self-rated drive to achieve 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 16

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. Construct Items 62 60 58 56 54 52 50 48 46 44 42 40 I C TFS 47, 5 49, 0 ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey YFCY 45, 4 47, 3 • Support your opinion with 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 • Explore topics on your own, even though it was not required for a class • Accept mistakes as part of the learning process • Revise your papers to improve your writing • Look up scientific research articles and resources ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 17

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. Construct Items 100 90 80 70 60 50 47, 5 49, 0 45, 4 47, 3 All FTFT Men/Trans Men 45, 4 47, 3 47, 0 49, 7 40 30 20 10 0 Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey ■ Comparison Group • Support your opinion with 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 • Explore topics on your own, even though it was not required for a class • Accept mistakes as part of the learning process • Revise your papers to improve your writing • Look up scientific research articles and resources * Includes genderqueer, gender non- conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 18

Academic Disengagement measures the extent to which students engage in behaviors that are inconsistent with academic success. 100 90 80 Construct Items 70 60 50 49, 3 49, 1 48, 4 49, 6 49, 5 47, 7 47, 0 49, 7 40 • • 30 20 • 10 Been late to class Skipped class Turned in course assignment(s) late Turned in course assignments that did not reflect your best work Fell asleep in class 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey ■ Comparison Group * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 19

Faculty Interaction: Contact and Communication measures the amount and type of interactions students have with faculty that are appropriate for the first year of college, as well as satisfaction with these issues. 100 90 Construct Items 80 • 70 60 52, 3 51, 5 50 52, 1 51, 0 53, 3 51, 8 48, 6 49, 7 40 • • • 30 • 20 Communicated regularly with your professors Asked a professor for advice after class Amount of contact with faculty Faculty during office hours Faculty outside of class or office hours 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Women/Trans Genderqueer* Men Women ■ Comparison Group ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 20

General Interpersonal Validation These items measure the extent to which students believe faculty and staff provide attention to their development. 100% 90% 80% 70% 43, 4% 44, 0% 36, 7% 45, 3% 51, 5% 60% 64, 3% 50% 40% 30% 20% 46, 5% 49, 7% 56, 1% 49, 4% 10% 0% At least one faculty member has Faculty empower me to learn taken an interest in my here development Your Institution Comparison Group ■ Strongly Agree ■ Agree 2019 Your First College Year Survey 40, 4% 30, 9% At least one staff member has taken an interest in my development Return to Table of Contents 21

Academic Enhancement Experiences Opportunities to apply learning inside and outside the classroom deepen students’ academic involvement, allowing them to make meaningful intellectual connections and communicate their knowledge to others. 100% 90% 80% 41, 4% 70% 21, 4% 60% 50% 11, 1% 27, 3% 40% 70, 1% 30% 20% 10% 0% 36, 4% 7, 1% 12, 1% 7, 4% 54, 5% 5, 3% 48, 5% 34, 1% 31, 8% Received tutoring Communicated regularly with your professors 31, 3% 18, 9% Accessed your campus' library resources electronically 2019 Your First College Year Survey Worked with classmates on group projects Your Institution ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally Comparison Group ■ Frequently ■ Occasionally Return to Table of Contents 22

Co-curricular Experiences Co-curricular experiences provide opportunities for students to grow intellectually, interpersonally, and emotionally. Return to Table of Contents

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. 62 60 Construct Items 58 56 • 54 • 52 • 50 48 • 46 • • 44 42 40 i c TFS 46, 9 49, 0 ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey 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 YFCY 48, 3 49, 6 ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 24

Social Agency 100 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. 90 Construct Items 80 • 70 60 50 48, 5 53, 1 51, 0 52, 1 52, 6 • • 40 • 30 • • 20 10 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 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 25

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. 100 Construct Items 90 • 80 70 60 50 47, 9 47, 7 46, 4 48, 0 52, 1 48, 0 40 30 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey ■ Comparison Group Publicly communicated your opinion about a cause • I am interested in seeking information about current social and political issues • Worked on a local, state, or national political campaign • Demonstrated for a cause (e. g. , boycott, rally, protest) • Keeping up to date with political affairs • Influencing social values • Helped raise money for a causegenderqueer, or campaign * Includes gender non - • conforming, identity not listed Performed volunteer above work Return to Table of Contents 26

Civic Awareness 100 The ability to evaluate, question, and develop solutions affecting their local and global communities is an important skill. Civic Awareness measures students’ understanding of the issues facing their community, nation, and the world. 90 Construct Items 80 70 60 50 47, 3 48, 6 46, 5 47, 4 46, 3 45, 9 48, 0 46, 5 40 30 • Understanding of national issues • Understanding of global issues • Understanding of the problems facing my community 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Women Genderqueer* * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above ■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey Return to Table of Contents 27

Pluralistic Orientation measures skills and dispositions appropriate for living and working in a diverse society. 62 60 58 Construct Items 56 • 54 52 • 50 • 48 • 46 • 44 Tolerance of others with different beliefs Ability to work cooperatively with diverse people Ability to discuss and negotiate controversial issues Openness to having my views challenged Ability to see the world from someone else's perspective 42 40 i c TFS 46, 9 49, 0 ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey YFCY 48, 3 49, 6 ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 28

Pluralistic Orientation measures skills and dispositions appropriate for living and working in a diverse society. 100 Construct Items 90 80 • 70 • 60 50 46, 9 49, 0 48, 3 49, 6 48, 0 46, 5 • • 40 • 30 Tolerance of others with different beliefs Ability to work cooperatively with diverse people Ability to discuss and negotiate controversial issues Openness to having my views challenged Ability to see the world from someone else's perspective 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 29

Diversity and Campus Climate The social and psychological climate on campus can impact students’ ability to benefit from their educational environment and their academic success. Return to Table of Contents

Positive Cross-Racial Interaction 100 Contact with diverse students 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. Construct Items 90 80 • 70 60 51, 2 52, 0 50 49, 6 51, 1 52, 3 52, 5 48, 7 46, 5 40 30 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey 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 • Pursued (by), dated, or * Includes genderqueer, gender non otherwise intimately - conforming, identity not listed involved • above. Pursued (by), dated, or otherwise intimately involved Return to Table of Contents 31

Negative Cross-Racial Interaction 100 Contact with diverse students 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. 90 80 Construct Items 70 60 • 51, 7 50, 9 53, 2 52, 5 50 50, 7 49, 8 48, 3 46, 5 40 30 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Women ■ Your Institution 2019 Your First College Year Survey Genderqueer* Had tense, somewhat hostile interactions • Felt insulted or threatened because of your race/ethnicity • Had guarded, cautious interactions • Felt ignored or invisible because of your race/ethnicity • Felt ignored or invisible because of your * Includes genderqueer, gender non race/ethnicity - conforming, identity not listed above ■ Comparison Group Return to Table of Contents 32

Campus Climate and Diversity A diverse and inclusive campus environment strengthens students’ learning experience and prepares them to participate in an increasingly diverse society. 30% 25% 3, 7% 2, 0% 20% 1, 0% 5, 2% 15% 10% 5% 1, 4% 1, 0% 8, 2% 2, 0% 1, 4% 20, 3% 21, 8% 20, 6% 15, 5% 9, 2% 9, 3% 5, 1% 0% I see myself as part of the campus community There is a lot of racial tension on this campus Your Institution ■ Strongly Agree ■ Agree 2019 Your First College Year Survey In class, I have heard faculty express stereotypes Comparison Group ■ Strongly Agree ■ Agree Sexual violence is prevalent on this campus Return to Table of Contents 33

Satisfaction with Campus Diversity 100% A diverse campus – including students, faculty, and ideas – has a powerful impact on the student experience. These items gauge students’ satisfaction with the diversity of faculty, student body, and beliefs. 90% 80% 70% 60% 11, 2% 9, 1% 51, 0% 53, 3% 10, 0% 30% 20% 19, 2% 16, 7% 50% 40% 22, 4% 37, 8% 35, 3% 41, 7% 34, 5% 10% 0% Racial/ethnic diversity of faculty Your Institution ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied 2019 Your First College Year Survey Racial/ethnic diversity of student body Comparison Group ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied Respect for the expression of diverse beliefs Return to Table of Contents 34

Satisfaction Understanding how students perceive their college experience identifies areas that are working well and sheds light on those that need improvement. Return to Table of Contents

Satisfaction with Coursework measures the extent to which students see their coursework as relevant, useful, and applicable to their academic success and future plans. 100 90 Construct Items 80 • 70 60 50 47, 3 47, 1 46, 0 46, 5 48, 3 47, 4 48, 6 46, 5 40 • • • 30 20 10 0 All FTFT Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women ■ Your Institution ■ Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey Relevance of coursework to future career plans Relevance of coursework to everyday life General education or core curriculum courses First-year programs (e. g. , first-year seminar, learning community, linked courses, common book) * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 36

Satisfaction with Academic Support and Courses Gauges use of and satisfaction with campus academic support structures and types of coursework required in general education. 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 33, 3% 20, 2% 26, 4% 50% 40% 12, 6% 39, 1% 39, 0% 28, 3% 11, 2% 15, 6% 30% 20% 42, 7% 43, 5% 47, 5% 48, 3% 38, 8% 47, 5% 10% 0% Overall quality of instruction Academic advising Your Institution ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied 2019 Your First College Year Survey First-year programs Technology resources Comparison Group ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied Return to Table of Contents 37

Satisfaction with Services and Community 100% Where students live, how they are oriented to the campus, and the support they receive during the first year are important determinants of their college experience. These items gauge use of and satisfaction with campus services and general community. 90% 80% 70% 60% 21, 0% 50% 40% 12, 8% 16, 8% 12, 6% 13, 0% 30% 20% 14, 1% 32, 6% 34, 4% 42, 6% 44, 7% 21, 8% 10% 0% Availability of campus social activities Your Institution ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied 2019 Your First College Year Survey 40, 5% Orientation for new students Student housing Comparison Group ■ Very Satisfied ■ Satisfied Return to Table of Contents 38

Overall Satisfaction is a unified measure of students’ satisfaction with the college experience. 100 90 80 70 Construct Items 60 50 45, 4 48, 2 43, 7 47, 6 46, 7 48, 7 45, 6 48, 5 40 30 • Overall college experience • If given the choice, would you still choose to enroll at your current (or most) recent college? • Overall academic experience • Overall quality of instruction 20 10 0 All FTFT ■ Men/Trans Men Women/Trans Genderqueer* Women Your Institution Comparison Group 2019 Your First College Year Survey ■ * Includes genderqueer, gender non - conforming, identity not listed above Return to Table of Contents 39

The more you get to know your students, the better you can understand their needs. For more information about HERI/CIRP Surveys The Freshman Survey Your First College Year Survey Diverse Learning Environments Survey College Senior Survey Staff Climate Survey The Faculty Survey Please contact: heri@ucla. edu (310) 825 -1925 www. heri. ucla. edu 2019 Your First College Year Survey Return to Table of Contents 40