National Survey of Student Engagement

Each year the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) gathers information from four-year colleges and universities regarding students' participation in activies and programs offered at their institutions. The survey instrument can be found here.

SUNY Cortland NSSE Results

HIGHLIGHTS

Compared to first-year students in 2008, in 2011...

26% more FY students discussed topics from class outside of the classroom

16% more FY students felt well-supported by Cortland regarding their social needs

15% more FY students found the administrative personnel and offices helpful, considerate, and flexible

14% more FY students' assignments required application of theories or concepts

FULL RESULTS

MULTI-YEAR COMPARISON

2008 and 2011