A random sample of 301 first-time entering freshmen was drawn in fall, 1971, and descriptive data were gathered on this group over eight consecutive semesters (fall 1971-spring 1975). The sample included 55.48% males and 44.52% females, of which 29.9% were general education majors. Data indicated that 23.92% had officially graduated by the end of eight semesters, 4.65% qualified as graduates due to credit hours but did not officially graduate, 57.14% attended but did not graduate, 14.28% did not return after withdrawing, and mean length of attendance was 3.08 semesters. A follow-up questionnaire yielded a return rate of 28.57%, and the following data: 49% listed preparation for further college work leading towards a baccalaureate degree as the main reason for attending Hinds; 67% responded positively regarding whether or not they had accomplished the purpose for which they had attended Hinds; in terms of how well study at Hinds had prepared them for work, 19% stated "very well", 36% "well", 22% "fairly well"; 82% rated being successful in their line of work as very important. Extensive tables and a copy of the questionnaire are included. (LH)