First-Time, First-Year Fall 2019 Cohort
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Graduate Degree
59% Very Important
35% Important
Respondents said attending college was important to them because they plan to pursue a graduate degree.
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Life Balance
48% Very Important
48% Important
Respondents said dealing with non-academic responsibilities (work, family, etc.) is important to them.
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Academic Excellence
74% Very Important
25% Important
Respondents said achieving academic excellence is important to them.
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Research in Practice
36% Very Important
36% Important
Respondents said conducting research that addresses social needs is important to them.
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Community Service
46% Very Important
50% Important
Respondents said giving back to the community is important to them.
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Timely Graduation
82% of students said they expect to complete their bachelor's degree in four years or less.