Student survey results
Findings identify strengths, areas for improvement regarding the student experience at Boston College.
Student Experience Survey
The summary of the Student Experience Survey is now available.ÌýThe results show a lot of what is right about 51²è¹Ý—86% of Boston College students would recommend 51²è¹Ý to others and 75% would choose to go to 51²è¹Ý again—and also some areas where we need to improve.
Designed by a University-wide team of students, faculty, and administrators, the survey was created to gain a better understanding of the 51²è¹Ý student experience both inside and outside of the classroom, by examining students’ views on University mission, academics, student services, culture, and community.
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Who took the survey?
2,417
51²è¹Ý undergraduate students
Student Response
86%
would recommend 51²è¹Ý to others
93%
are intellectually engaged
87%
have done volunteer work
75%
developed a stronger sense of purpose
Areas of Improvement
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- Students who identify as AHANA, LGBTQ, or high financial need generally responded less favorably about the overall 51²è¹Ý environment, especially on questions measuring a sense of belonging.
- 51²è¹Ý students expressed a desire for more inclusive and integrative space and programming, as well as a desire for more opportunities to engage with diverse people and perspectives.
- The housing lottery and food options on campus were two areas rated as important, but with a lower level of satisfaction.