College students at 14 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) in New Mexico and Texas were surveyed about their experiences in and perceptions of higher education. Three primary foci were students' employment status, work commitments, and means of financing college. Most of the informants reported working while in college and, similar to previously…

This study examined the working experiences of college students who are not full-time professional employees, but instead have alternative employment. The study examined both alternative working arrangements and occupation types. Alternative working arrangements include self-employment, part-time employment, and employment in multiple jobs. Among…

A study of 1,058 full-time undergraduate students at 4 British universities investigated characteristics of those working during the school year, why they work, and contribution to student income. It found that conventional research focus on earnings and hours is limiting, and that broader employment profiles should be identified and linked to…

A survey of 973 students in a variety of academic programs at the University of Coventry (England) returning from summer vacations gathered information about summer employment experiences and income. Income levels for students employed full and part time were then compared with student contribution requirements for student financial aid. (MSE)

Student employment while in college during 1980-1984 is presented, based on the High School and Beyond data for 1980 seniors. Who was working, how much was earned, what kind of jobs students held, and how employment was related to college persistence are described. Data are limited to traditional college students during 1980-1984. An introduction…

Using data from an Australian longitudinal survey, a study investigated the relationship between part-time employment and the decisions to pursue higher education and to persist after the first year. Results show employment was not critical to persistence. However, employment during secondary school reduced the likelihood of college attendance for…

This report examines how much undergraduates work while enrolled in postsecondary education for the academic year 1989-90. It specifically addresses types of institutions they attended, educational experiences, and the relationship of their education cost and financial aid to the amount of time they worked while enrolled. The report presents data…

A total of 748 graduates of the classes of 1964, 1974, 1980, 1982, and 1984 from 24 secondary programs for the deaf responded to the survey questionnaire of the 1984-1985 Secondary School Graduate Follow-Up Program for the Deaf. Graduates provided information about their postsecondary labor force activities, employment, occupations, earnings, and…

Thirteen chapters address issues concerning college student employment including the impact of student employment, research on student employment, and making student employment more productive. Chapters include: (1) "Encouraging Student Development Through Student Employment" (Arthur W. Chickering and others); (2) "Career…