This study focused on degree-seeking baccalaureate-degree holders at one two-year technical institute in the Midsouth to determine why they chose to study at the two-year college and how they compared their two-year college experience with their baccalaureate educational experience. Findings indicated the technical college was their first choice…

In 1991, two student surveys were developed at Westchester Community College (WCC), in New York, to investigate the reasons for student attrition at WCC. The first survey, the "Student Intent Survey," was designed to discover students' reasons for enrolling at WCC, plans for returning the next semester, and graduation plans; while the…

Examines the relationships between selected student characteristics and measures of perceived campus and support service satisfaction of disabled students enrolled in three Missouri community colleges. Reveals that students' satisfaction with the college in general was correlated with their use of specific campus services. (DMM)

This document is the annual student satisfaction survey completed by Howard Community College students in 2003.The respondents came from all different class sections. The survey was sent out to 2386 students and 1040 replied, which is a 44% response rate. The majority of respondents had chosen HCC due to its close proximity to home (37%) and their…

As part of a larger State University of New York study, a survey was conducted by Dutchess Community College (DCC) to gather information from students regarding the availability and quality of programs and services at DCC. An in-class survey, conducted to provide the most representative sample, yielded responses from 760 students in 56 classes for…

A campus climate survey was conducted at Compton Community College in California to assess students' attitudes towards departments, staff, and their experiences at the college. Questionnaires were administered in-class to 6% (n=308) of the study body. The 91-item questionnaire covered academic advising and counseling effectiveness; academic…

In 1988, a study was conducted at Howard Community College (HCC) to determine the educational goals, viewing patterns, and level of satisfaction of telecourse students. Questionnaires were administered during the last on-campus class meeting, requesting information on students' reasons for attending college, their sources of information about the…

This report presents the findings from the Student Development Survey administered to Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) students in the spring 2000 semester. The survey was distributed to students in 23 randomly selected classes at the 5 NVCC campuses. Although the survey sought feedback concerning student satisfaction with NVCC…

This report considers the importance that students place on matriculation, the satisfaction students have with matriculation services at Rio Hondo Community College (California), and the performance gap between importance to students and student satisfaction. The report compares the Rio Hondo results with national results and concludes with an…

In November 1984, a study was conducted at Napa Valley College (NVC) to assess student satisfaction with the college's programs and services. An in-class survey was completed by 835 day and evening students enrolled in credit classes during the fall 1984 semester. Study findings included the following: (1) most students were attending NVC to…

A study was conducted by the Community Services Department at Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) to evaluate participant satisfaction and suggestions for future direction for the department's comprehensive program of non-credit courses. A questionnaire was administered in class to 307 participants between April 1, and June 1, 1987, focusing on…

During fall 1987, the Wyoming Community College Commission (WCCC) designed and initiated a 5-year statewide longitudinal study to identify variables affecting student progress toward personal, academic, and career objectives. An initial survey of 181 randomly selected first-time, first-year students was designed to provide a profile of community…

In June 1979, a study was conducted to determine to what extent William Rainey Harper College's (WRHC's) varsity athletic program attracted new students and to determine the impact of the program on its participants. All 232 students who participated in varsity athletics during 1978-79 were surveyed regarding their principal reason for enrolling…

Of the 10,402 students enrolled at Loop College (Chicago) in fall 1972, 4,529 did not return in spring 1973. In October 1973, a questionnaire was sent to all of the nonreturning students. Nonreturning students were divided into two categories: (1) 274, or 3 percent of the total enrollment, did not return because they graduated; (2) 4,255, or 41…

Describes a study of urban community college students who were incoming day students in fall 1979 and no longer enrolled in spring 1981. Focuses on number of semesters enrolled; major; certainty of career goals; mode of, reasons for, and activities after withdrawal; immediate plans; and quality of college experience. Offers recommendations to…