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ERIC Number: ED602832
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 20
Abstractor: ERIC
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Attitudes of Second-Year College Students That Influence College Completion. 2015 Report from Ruffalo Noel Levitz
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
What needs and concerns do second-year college students have that may be impeding their success? This report goes beyond the usual predictive indicators of GPAs and credits earned to explore a wide range of student attitudes, needs, and motivations that influence college completion, with separate findings for second-year students attending four-year vs. two-year, public vs. private institutions. The report is based on student survey responses drawn from a sizable sample of second-year undergraduates in 2013 and 2014. Although second-year college students often receive less attention than first-year students, the data reveal distinct student needs and experiences. Highlights from the findings include: (1) The vast majority of second-year students in this study--94 percent overall, across private and public sectors--indicated they were strongly dedicated to finishing college, yet only 74 percent reported being able to concentrate and keep their thoughts organized during an exam; (2) Half to two-thirds of the second-year student respondents indicated they would like help with exploring career options and with preparing a written academic plan for graduation; (3) 16 percent of the study's respondents from four-year public institutions were either uncertain about their plans to continue at their institution or were planning to transfer; and (4) Survey responses from male, second-year students indicate they were less likely than female students to be receptive to assistance from advisors and student services personnel, regardless of the type of assistance offered.
Ruffalo Noel Levitz. 1025 Kirkwood Parkway SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. Tel: 800-876-1117; e-mail: ContactUs@RuffaloNL.com; Web site: https://www.ruffalonl.com/
Publication Type: Numerical/Quantitative Data; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: Ruffalo Noel Levitz (RNL)
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