Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Demographic Information
Gender N%
Female 513 63.18%
Male 299 36.82%
   Total812 100.00%
 No response28
 
Age N%
18 and under 81 9.99%
19 to 24 650 80.15%
25 to 34 44 5.43%
35 to 44 20 2.47%
45 and over 16 1.97%
   Total811 100.00%
 No response29
 
Ethnicity/Race N%
African-American 74 9.12%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 6 0.74%
Asian or Pacific Islander 40 4.93%
Caucasian/White 512 63.13%
Hispanic 82 10.11%
Other race 37 4.56%
Race - Prefer not to respond 60 7.40%
   Total811 100.00%
 No response29
 
Current Enrollment Status N%
Day 730 90.46%
Evening 77 9.54%
Weekend 0 0.00%
   Total807 100.00%
 No response33
 
Current Class Load N%
Full-time 749 92.24%
Part-time 63 7.76%
   Total812 100.00%
 No response28
 
Class Level N%
Freshman 166 20.44%
Sophomore 177 21.80%
Junior 258 31.77%
Senior 199 24.51%
Special student 1 0.12%
Graduate/Professional 9 1.11%
Other class level 2 0.25%
   Total812 100.00%
 No response28
 
Current GPA N%
No credits earned 4 0.50%
1.99 or below 4 0.50%
2.0 - 2.49 39 4.84%
2.5 - 2.99 151 18.73%
3.0 - 3.49 279 34.62%
3.5 or above 329 40.82%
   Total806 100.00%
 No response34
 
Educational Goal N%
Associate degree 9 1.12%
Bachelor's degree 468 58.35%
Master's degree 166 20.70%
Doctorate or professional degree 140 17.46%
Certification (initial/renewal) 0 0.00%
Self-improvement/pleasure 3 0.37%
Job-related training 2 0.25%
Other educational goal 14 1.75%
   Total802 100.00%
 No response38
 
Employment N%
Full-time off campus 100 12.52%
Part-time off campus 236 29.54%
Full-time on campus 32 4.01%
Part-time on campus 140 17.52%
Not employed 291 36.42%
   Total799 100.00%
 No response41
 
Current Residence N%
Residence hall 296 36.54%
Fraternity / Sorority 1 0.12%
Own house 84 10.37%
Rent room or apt off campus 270 33.33%
Parent's home 149 18.40%
Other residence 10 1.23%
   Total810 100.00%
 No response30
 
Residence Classification N%
In-state 393 48.70%
Out-of-state 379 46.96%
International (not U.S. citizen) 35 4.34%
   Total807 100.00%
 No response33
 
Disabilities N%
Yes - Disability 62 7.67%
No - Disability 746 92.33%
   Total808 100.00%
 No response32
 
Institution Was My N%
1st choice 478 59.09%
2nd choice 233 28.80%
3rd choice or lower 98 12.11%
   Total809 100.00%
 No response31
 
Institution Question N%
Campus Item - Answer 1 385 57.81%
Campus Item - Answer 2 142 21.32%
Campus Item - Answer 3 80 12.01%
Campus Item - Answer 4 34 5.11%
Campus Item - Answer 5 6 0.90%
Campus Item - Answer 6 19 2.85%
   Total666 100.00%
 No response174
 
Group Code N%
0001 1 0.13%
0011 1 0.13%
0031 1 0.13%
1000 10 1.31%
1007 1 0.13%
1012 35 4.58%
1016 2 0.26%
1020 1 0.13%
1024 4 0.52%
1032 2 0.26%
1040 98 12.83%
1044 2 0.26%
1048 8 1.05%
1052 1 0.13%
1056 22 2.88%
1061 10 1.31%
1064 17 2.23%
1068 1 0.13%
1071 1 0.13%
1072 3 0.39%
1076 8 1.05%
1080 2 0.26%
1084 10 1.31%
1088 3 0.39%
1092 10 1.31%
1096 24 3.14%
1100 25 3.27%
1104 3 0.39%
1105 2 0.26%
1108 1 0.13%
1112 6 0.79%
1120 16 2.09%
1124 2 0.26%
1126 1 0.13%
1128 2 0.26%
1132 22 2.88%
1134 2 0.26%
1144 27 3.53%
1148 5 0.65%
1151 1 0.13%
1152 33 4.32%
1156 2 0.26%
1160 49 6.41%
1164 2 0.26%
1168 12 1.57%
1170 40 5.24%
1172 18 2.36%
1184 11 1.44%
1192 3 0.39%
1196 2 0.26%
1208 12 1.57%
1220 1 0.13%
1224 5 0.65%
1232 2 0.26%
1235 1 0.13%
1236 2 0.26%
1240 21 2.75%
1242 1 0.13%
1244 1 0.13%
1250 1 0.13%
1252 71 9.29%
1256 13 1.70%
1280 4 0.52%
1288 3 0.39%
1292 16 2.09%
1300 1 0.13%
1312 17 2.23%
1316 9 1.18%
1444 1 0.13%
2008 2 0.26%
2050 5 0.65%
2052 3 0.39%
2056 1 0.13%
5444 1 0.13%
8888 5 0.65%
Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales: In Order of Importance
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
Instructional Effectiveness 6.41    5.43 / 0.93  0.98  6.31    5.24 / 1.02  1.07  0.19***
Academic Advising 6.36    5.34 / 1.30  1.02  6.24    5.20 / 1.29  1.04  0.14** 
Safety and Security 6.29    4.68 / 1.16  1.61  6.16    4.68 / 1.26  1.48  0.00   
Campus Climate 6.23    5.27 / 0.95  0.96  6.11    5.08 / 1.06  1.03  0.19***
Student Centeredness 6.20    5.39 / 1.00  0.81  6.12    5.17 / 1.15  0.95  0.22***
Concern for the Individual 6.17    5.18 / 1.01  0.99  6.11    5.06 / 1.14  1.05  0.12** 
Registration Effectiveness 6.17    5.03 / 1.07  1.14  6.13    4.90 / 1.14  1.23  0.13***
Recruitment and Financial Aid 6.08    5.12 / 1.05  0.96  6.12    4.83 / 1.19  1.29  0.29***
Campus Support Services 6.06    5.39 / 0.92  0.67  5.98    5.14 / 1.01  0.84  0.25***
Service Excellence 6.06    5.05 / 0.97  1.01  5.97    4.92 / 1.06  1.05  0.13***
Campus Life 5.66    4.69 / 1.04  0.97  5.65    4.72 / 1.05  0.93  -0.03   
Responsiveness to Diverse Populations     5.01 / 1.30         4.95 / 1.28     0.06   

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Items: In Order of Importance
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
8. The content of the courses within my major is valuable. 6.64    5.53 / 1.34  1.11  6.59    5.45 / 1.35  1.14  0.08   
16. The instruction in my major field is excellent. 6.63    5.57 / 1.38  1.06  6.55    5.36 / 1.43  1.19  0.21***
68. Nearly all of the faculty are knowledgeable in their field. 6.62    5.84 / 1.19  0.78  6.50    5.61 / 1.35  0.89  0.23***
34. I am able to register for classes I need with few conflicts. 6.61    4.72 / 1.91  1.89  6.45    4.83 / 1.76  1.62  -0.11   
74. Campus item 1 6.61    5.50 / 1.42  1.11           
33. My academic advisor is knowledgeable about requirements in my major. 6.57    5.52 / 1.69  1.05  6.41    5.38 / 1.62  1.03  0.14*  
58. The quality of instruction I receive in most of my classes is excellent. 6.57    5.58 / 1.26  0.99  6.48    5.31 / 1.41  1.17  0.27***
66. Tuition paid is a worthwhile investment. 6.56    4.96 / 1.59  1.60  6.44    4.67 / 1.72  1.77  0.29***
39. I am able to experience intellectual growth here. 6.55    5.70 / 1.26  0.85  6.38    5.44 / 1.37  0.94  0.26***
69. There is a good variety of courses provided on this campus. 6.54    5.08 / 1.60  1.46  6.36    5.09 / 1.55  1.27  -0.01   
29. It is an enjoyable experience to be a student on this campus. 6.49    5.61 / 1.37  0.88  6.32    5.21 / 1.55  1.11  0.40***
7. The campus is safe and secure for all students. 6.48    5.49 / 1.35  0.99  6.38    5.44 / 1.46  0.94  0.05   
41. There is a commitment to academic excellence on this campus. 6.48    5.59 / 1.33  0.89  6.31    5.34 / 1.40  0.97  0.25***
55. Major requirements are clear and reasonable. 6.47    5.42 / 1.43  1.05  6.34    5.34 / 1.40  1.00  0.08   
6. My academic advisor is approachable. 6.46    5.58 / 1.59  0.88  6.32    5.41 / 1.62  0.91  0.17** 
25. Faculty are fair and unbiased in their treatment of individual students. 6.45    5.12 / 1.47  1.33  6.36    5.11 / 1.50  1.25  0.01   
65. Faculty are usually available after class and during office hours. 6.42    5.69 / 1.30  0.73  6.28    5.46 / 1.39  0.82  0.23***
17. Adequate financial aid is available for most students. 6.37    5.16 / 1.55  1.21  6.36    4.65 / 1.69  1.71  0.51***
26. Computer labs are adequate and accessible. 6.37    5.93 / 1.19  0.44  6.27    5.19 / 1.60  1.08  0.74***
59. This institution shows concern for students as individuals. 6.37    5.39 / 1.39  0.98  6.27    5.10 / 1.53  1.17  0.29***
14. My academic advisor is concerned about my success as an individual. 6.31    5.35 / 1.61  0.96  6.19    5.15 / 1.66  1.04  0.20***
18. Library resources and services are adequate. 6.31    5.81 / 1.21  0.50  6.10    5.10 / 1.46  1.00  0.71***
67. Freedom of expression is protected on campus. 6.31    4.83 / 1.82  1.48  6.07    5.01 / 1.54  1.06  -0.18***
36. Security staff respond quickly in emergencies. 6.30    4.85 / 1.54  1.45  6.18    4.70 / 1.56  1.48  0.15*  
3. Faculty care about me as an individual. 6.28    5.57 / 1.24  0.71  6.16    5.23 / 1.42  0.93  0.34***
2. The campus staff are caring and helpful. 6.27    5.52 / 1.27  0.75  6.28    5.31 / 1.39  0.97  0.21***
47. Faculty provide timely feedback about student progress in a course. 6.27    5.29 / 1.37  0.98  6.22    4.98 / 1.48  1.24  0.31***
92. Academic reputation as factor in decision to enroll. 6.27        6.14         
51. This institution has a good reputation within the community. 6.26    5.77 / 1.32  0.49  6.17    5.49 / 1.45  0.68  0.28***
57. I seldom get the "run-around" when seeking information on this campus. 6.26    4.75 / 1.68  1.51  6.13    4.48 / 1.79  1.65  0.27***
72. On the whole, the campus is well-maintained. 6.26    5.95 / 1.12  0.31  6.19    5.50 / 1.42  0.69  0.45***
45. Students are made to feel welcome on this campus. 6.25    5.53 / 1.34  0.72  6.21    5.33 / 1.45  0.88  0.20***
75. Campus item 2 6.23    5.48 / 1.38  0.75           
12. Financial aid awards are announced to students in time to be helpful in college planning. 6.22    5.27 / 1.46  0.95  6.19    4.69 / 1.66  1.50  0.58***
21. The amount of student parking space on campus is adequate. 6.20    3.04 / 1.81  3.16  6.00    3.75 / 2.03  2.25  -0.71***
49. There are adequate services to help me decide upon a career. 6.19    4.99 / 1.52  1.20  6.16    4.92 / 1.53  1.24  0.07   
28. Parking lots are well-lighted and secure. 6.17    5.27 / 1.42  0.90  6.06    4.79 / 1.67  1.27  0.48***
50. Class change (drop/add) policies are reasonable. 6.17    5.38 / 1.51  0.79  6.03    5.15 / 1.51  0.88  0.23***
35. The assessment and course placement procedures are reasonable. 6.16    5.17 / 1.43  0.99  6.07    5.05 / 1.41  1.02  0.12*  
27. The personnel involved in registration are helpful. 6.15    5.40 / 1.27  0.75  6.14    5.14 / 1.50  1.00  0.26***
62. There is a strong commitment to racial harmony on this campus. 6.15    5.06 / 1.59  1.09  5.96    5.21 / 1.47  0.75  -0.15** 
11. Billing policies are reasonable. 6.12    4.58 / 1.57  1.54  6.10    4.41 / 1.66  1.69  0.17** 
53. Faculty take into consideration student differences as they teach a course. 6.12    4.95 / 1.45  1.17  6.09    4.89 / 1.50  1.20  0.06   
61. Adjunct faculty are competent as classroom instructors. 6.12    5.38 / 1.32  0.74  6.07    5.06 / 1.44  1.01  0.32***
91. Financial aid as factor in decision to enroll. 6.12        6.09         
71. Channels for expressing student complaints are readily available. 6.11    4.54 / 1.64  1.57  5.98    4.54 / 1.60  1.44  0.00   
73. Student activities fees are put to good use. 6.09    4.50 / 1.67  1.59  5.99    4.42 / 1.68  1.57  0.08   
63. Student disciplinary procedures are fair. 6.04    5.00 / 1.56  1.04  5.96    4.93 / 1.52  1.03  0.07   
15. The staff in the health services area are competent. 6.02    4.21 / 1.84  1.81  5.79    4.74 / 1.54  1.05  -0.53***
81. Campus item 8 6.02    4.69 / 1.69  1.33           
83. Campus item 10 6.02    5.28 / 1.50  0.74           
5. Financial aid counselors are helpful. 6.00    4.74 / 1.60  1.26  6.18    4.83 / 1.66  1.35  -0.09   
19. My academic advisor helps me set goals to work toward. 6.00    4.81 / 1.73  1.19  5.92    4.70 / 1.68  1.22  0.11   
23. Living conditions in the residence halls are comfortable (adequate space, lighting, heat, air, etc.) 6.00    4.62 / 1.63  1.38  6.01    4.47 / 1.67  1.54  0.15*  
44. Academic support services adequately meet the needs of students. 6.00    5.30 / 1.27  0.70  5.97    4.98 / 1.39  0.99  0.32***
48. Admissions counselors accurately portray the campus in their recruiting practices. 6.00    5.14 / 1.43  0.86  5.98    4.78 / 1.61  1.20  0.36***
1. Most students feel a sense of belonging here. 5.98    5.26 / 1.39  0.72  5.78    5.08 / 1.43  0.70  0.18***
4. Admissions staff are knowledgeable. 5.97    5.25 / 1.28  0.72  6.13    5.08 / 1.47  1.05  0.17** 
38. There is an adequate selection of food available in the cafeteria. 5.97    3.85 / 1.82  2.12  5.85    4.06 / 1.83  1.79  -0.21** 
90. Cost as factor in decision to enroll. 5.96        5.85         
13. Library staff are helpful and approachable. 5.95    5.65 / 1.30  0.30  5.70    5.34 / 1.38  0.36  0.31***
78. Campus item 5 5.93    5.29 / 1.52  0.64           
22. Counseling staff care about students as individuals. 5.91    5.01 / 1.40  0.90  5.92    4.86 / 1.43  1.06  0.15** 
37. I feel a sense of pride about my campus. 5.91    5.26 / 1.49  0.65  5.79    4.99 / 1.57  0.80  0.27***
82. Campus item 9 5.91    5.06 / 1.59  0.85           
43. Admissions counselors respond to prospective students' unique needs and requests. 5.89    5.16 / 1.28  0.73  5.88    4.93 / 1.46  0.95  0.23***
64. New student orientation services help students adjust to college. 5.89    5.14 / 1.51  0.75  5.85    5.01 / 1.55  0.84  0.13*  
10. Administrators are approachable to students. 5.85    5.04 / 1.29  0.81  5.87    4.97 / 1.40  0.90  0.07   
32. Tutoring services are readily available. 5.85    5.43 / 1.33  0.42  5.86    5.19 / 1.45  0.67  0.24***
70. Graduate teaching assistants are competent as classroom instructors. 5.85    4.92 / 1.36  0.93  5.82    4.85 / 1.39  0.97  0.07   
93. Size of institution as factor in decision to enroll. 5.85        5.35         
40. Residence hall regulations are reasonable. 5.84    3.99 / 1.86  1.85  5.75    4.55 / 1.69  1.20  -0.56***
46. I can easily get involved in campus organizations. 5.84    5.45 / 1.43  0.39  5.67    5.11 / 1.46  0.56  0.34***
60. I generally know what's happening on campus. 5.83    5.20 / 1.45  0.63  5.77    4.88 / 1.54  0.89  0.32***
79. Campus item 6 5.81    5.11 / 1.48  0.70           
20. The business office is open during hours which are convenient for most students. 5.79    5.11 / 1.37  0.68  5.92    4.97 / 1.49  0.95  0.14** 
52. The student center is a comfortable place for students to spend their leisure time. 5.79    4.78 / 1.63  1.01  5.71    4.78 / 1.66  0.93  0.00   
77. Campus item 4 5.73    5.03 / 1.54  0.70           
54. Bookstore staff are helpful. 5.70    4.54 / 1.74  1.16  5.78    5.26 / 1.51  0.52  -0.72***
80. Campus item 7 5.70    4.83 / 1.55  0.87           
96. Geographic setting as factor in decision to enroll. 5.70        5.27         
97. Campus appearance as factor in decision to enroll. 5.56        5.28         
30. Residence hall staff are concerned about me as an individual. 5.51    4.42 / 1.68  1.09  5.62    4.81 / 1.59  0.81  -0.39***
56. The student handbook provides helpful information about campus life. 5.51    5.13 / 1.39  0.38  5.62    5.07 / 1.42  0.55  0.06   
98. Personalized attention prior to enrollment as factor in decision to enroll. 5.51        5.51         
31. Males and females have equal opportunities to participate in intercollegiate athletics. 5.34    5.08 / 1.37  0.26  5.38    5.12 / 1.46  0.26  -0.04   
42. There are a sufficient number of weekend activities for students. 5.27    4.82 / 1.47  0.45  5.28    4.28 / 1.63  1.00  0.54***
76. Campus item 3 4.90    4.76 / 1.53  0.14           
24. The intercollegiate athletic programs contribute to a strong sense of school spirit. 4.77    3.66 / 1.64  1.11  5.12    4.35 / 1.64  0.77  -0.69***
9. A variety of intramural activities are offered. 4.70    4.83 / 1.35  -0.13  4.82    4.69 / 1.51  0.13  0.14*  
95. Recommendations from family/friends as factor in decision to enroll. 4.54        4.82         
94. Opportunity to play sports as factor in decision to enroll. 2.82        3.50         
84. Institution's commitment to part-time students?     4.99 / 1.31         4.95 / 1.39     0.04   
85. Institution's commitment to evening students?     5.02 / 1.35         4.91 / 1.44     0.11   
86. Institution's commitment to older, returning learners?     5.07 / 1.30         5.07 / 1.37     0.00   
87. Institution's commitment to under-represented populations?     5.01 / 1.50         4.95 / 1.41     0.06   
88. Institution's commitment to commuters?     4.90 / 1.59         4.87 / 1.54     0.03   
89. Institution's commitment to students with disabilities?     5.10 / 1.36         4.98 / 1.48     0.12   

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Academic Advising
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
ACADEMIC ADVISING 6.36    5.34 / 1.30  1.02  6.24    5.20 / 1.29  1.04  0.14** 
33. My academic advisor is knowledgeable about requirements in my major. 6.57    5.52 / 1.69  1.05  6.41    5.38 / 1.62  1.03  0.14*  
55. Major requirements are clear and reasonable. 6.47    5.42 / 1.43  1.05  6.34    5.34 / 1.40  1.00  0.08   
6. My academic advisor is approachable. 6.46    5.58 / 1.59  0.88  6.32    5.41 / 1.62  0.91  0.17** 
14. My academic advisor is concerned about my success as an individual. 6.31    5.35 / 1.61  0.96  6.19    5.15 / 1.66  1.04  0.20***
19. My academic advisor helps me set goals to work toward. 6.00    4.81 / 1.73  1.19  5.92    4.70 / 1.68  1.22  0.11   

 

Copyright 2001, USA Group Noel-Levitz, Inc.
Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Campus Climate
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
CAMPUS CLIMATE 6.23    5.27 / 0.95  0.96  6.11    5.08 / 1.06  1.03  0.19***
66. Tuition paid is a worthwhile investment. 6.56    4.96 / 1.59  1.60  6.44    4.67 / 1.72  1.77  0.29***
29. It is an enjoyable experience to be a student on this campus. 6.49    5.61 / 1.37  0.88  6.32    5.21 / 1.55  1.11  0.40***
7. The campus is safe and secure for all students. 6.48    5.49 / 1.35  0.99  6.38    5.44 / 1.46  0.94  0.05   
41. There is a commitment to academic excellence on this campus. 6.48    5.59 / 1.33  0.89  6.31    5.34 / 1.40  0.97  0.25***
59. This institution shows concern for students as individuals. 6.37    5.39 / 1.39  0.98  6.27    5.10 / 1.53  1.17  0.29***
67. Freedom of expression is protected on campus. 6.31    4.83 / 1.82  1.48  6.07    5.01 / 1.54  1.06  -0.18***
3. Faculty care about me as an individual. 6.28    5.57 / 1.24  0.71  6.16    5.23 / 1.42  0.93  0.34***
2. The campus staff are caring and helpful. 6.27    5.52 / 1.27  0.75  6.28    5.31 / 1.39  0.97  0.21***
51. This institution has a good reputation within the community. 6.26    5.77 / 1.32  0.49  6.17    5.49 / 1.45  0.68  0.28***
57. I seldom get the "run-around" when seeking information on this campus. 6.26    4.75 / 1.68  1.51  6.13    4.48 / 1.79  1.65  0.27***
45. Students are made to feel welcome on this campus. 6.25    5.53 / 1.34  0.72  6.21    5.33 / 1.45  0.88  0.20***
62. There is a strong commitment to racial harmony on this campus. 6.15    5.06 / 1.59  1.09  5.96    5.21 / 1.47  0.75  -0.15** 
71. Channels for expressing student complaints are readily available. 6.11    4.54 / 1.64  1.57  5.98    4.54 / 1.60  1.44  0.00   
1. Most students feel a sense of belonging here. 5.98    5.26 / 1.39  0.72  5.78    5.08 / 1.43  0.70  0.18***
37. I feel a sense of pride about my campus. 5.91    5.26 / 1.49  0.65  5.79    4.99 / 1.57  0.80  0.27***
10. Administrators are approachable to students. 5.85    5.04 / 1.29  0.81  5.87    4.97 / 1.40  0.90  0.07   
60. I generally know what's happening on campus. 5.83    5.20 / 1.45  0.63  5.77    4.88 / 1.54  0.89  0.32***

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Campus Life
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
CAMPUS LIFE 5.66    4.69 / 1.04  0.97  5.65    4.72 / 1.05  0.93  -0.03   
67. Freedom of expression is protected on campus. 6.31    4.83 / 1.82  1.48  6.07    5.01 / 1.54  1.06  -0.18***
73. Student activities fees are put to good use. 6.09    4.50 / 1.67  1.59  5.99    4.42 / 1.68  1.57  0.08   
63. Student disciplinary procedures are fair. 6.04    5.00 / 1.56  1.04  5.96    4.93 / 1.52  1.03  0.07   
23. Living conditions in the residence halls are comfortable (adequate space, lighting, heat, air, etc.) 6.00    4.62 / 1.63  1.38  6.01    4.47 / 1.67  1.54  0.15*  
38. There is an adequate selection of food available in the cafeteria. 5.97    3.85 / 1.82  2.12  5.85    4.06 / 1.83  1.79  -0.21** 
64. New student orientation services help students adjust to college. 5.89    5.14 / 1.51  0.75  5.85    5.01 / 1.55  0.84  0.13*  
40. Residence hall regulations are reasonable. 5.84    3.99 / 1.86  1.85  5.75    4.55 / 1.69  1.20  -0.56***
46. I can easily get involved in campus organizations. 5.84    5.45 / 1.43  0.39  5.67    5.11 / 1.46  0.56  0.34***
52. The student center is a comfortable place for students to spend their leisure time. 5.79    4.78 / 1.63  1.01  5.71    4.78 / 1.66  0.93  0.00   
30. Residence hall staff are concerned about me as an individual. 5.51    4.42 / 1.68  1.09  5.62    4.81 / 1.59  0.81  -0.39***
56. The student handbook provides helpful information about campus life. 5.51    5.13 / 1.39  0.38  5.62    5.07 / 1.42  0.55  0.06   
31. Males and females have equal opportunities to participate in intercollegiate athletics. 5.34    5.08 / 1.37  0.26  5.38    5.12 / 1.46  0.26  -0.04   
42. There are a sufficient number of weekend activities for students. 5.27    4.82 / 1.47  0.45  5.28    4.28 / 1.63  1.00  0.54***
24. The intercollegiate athletic programs contribute to a strong sense of school spirit. 4.77    3.66 / 1.64  1.11  5.12    4.35 / 1.64  0.77  -0.69***
9. A variety of intramural activities are offered. 4.70    4.83 / 1.35  -0.13  4.82    4.69 / 1.51  0.13  0.14*  

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Campus Support Services
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
CAMPUS SUPPORT SERVICES 6.06    5.39 / 0.92  0.67  5.98    5.14 / 1.01  0.84  0.25***
26. Computer labs are adequate and accessible. 6.37    5.93 / 1.19  0.44  6.27    5.19 / 1.60  1.08  0.74***
18. Library resources and services are adequate. 6.31    5.81 / 1.21  0.50  6.10    5.10 / 1.46  1.00  0.71***
49. There are adequate services to help me decide upon a career. 6.19    4.99 / 1.52  1.20  6.16    4.92 / 1.53  1.24  0.07   
44. Academic support services adequately meet the needs of students. 6.00    5.30 / 1.27  0.70  5.97    4.98 / 1.39  0.99  0.32***
13. Library staff are helpful and approachable. 5.95    5.65 / 1.30  0.30  5.70    5.34 / 1.38  0.36  0.31***
32. Tutoring services are readily available. 5.85    5.43 / 1.33  0.42  5.86    5.19 / 1.45  0.67  0.24***
54. Bookstore staff are helpful. 5.70    4.54 / 1.74  1.16  5.78    5.26 / 1.51  0.52  -0.72***

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Concern for the Individual
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
CONCERN FOR THE INDIVIDUAL 6.17    5.18 / 1.01  0.99  6.11    5.06 / 1.14  1.05  0.12** 
25. Faculty are fair and unbiased in their treatment of individual students. 6.45    5.12 / 1.47  1.33  6.36    5.11 / 1.50  1.25  0.01   
59. This institution shows concern for students as individuals. 6.37    5.39 / 1.39  0.98  6.27    5.10 / 1.53  1.17  0.29***
14. My academic advisor is concerned about my success as an individual. 6.31    5.35 / 1.61  0.96  6.19    5.15 / 1.66  1.04  0.20***
3. Faculty care about me as an individual. 6.28    5.57 / 1.24  0.71  6.16    5.23 / 1.42  0.93  0.34***
22. Counseling staff care about students as individuals. 5.91    5.01 / 1.40  0.90  5.92    4.86 / 1.43  1.06  0.15** 
30. Residence hall staff are concerned about me as an individual. 5.51    4.42 / 1.68  1.09  5.62    4.81 / 1.59  0.81  -0.39***

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Instructional Effectiveness
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
INSTRUCTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS 6.41    5.43 / 0.93  0.98  6.31    5.24 / 1.02  1.07  0.19***
8. The content of the courses within my major is valuable. 6.64    5.53 / 1.34  1.11  6.59    5.45 / 1.35  1.14  0.08   
16. The instruction in my major field is excellent. 6.63    5.57 / 1.38  1.06  6.55    5.36 / 1.43  1.19  0.21***
68. Nearly all of the faculty are knowledgeable in their field. 6.62    5.84 / 1.19  0.78  6.50    5.61 / 1.35  0.89  0.23***
58. The quality of instruction I receive in most of my classes is excellent. 6.57    5.58 / 1.26  0.99  6.48    5.31 / 1.41  1.17  0.27***
39. I am able to experience intellectual growth here. 6.55    5.70 / 1.26  0.85  6.38    5.44 / 1.37  0.94  0.26***
69. There is a good variety of courses provided on this campus. 6.54    5.08 / 1.60  1.46  6.36    5.09 / 1.55  1.27  -0.01   
41. There is a commitment to academic excellence on this campus. 6.48    5.59 / 1.33  0.89  6.31    5.34 / 1.40  0.97  0.25***
25. Faculty are fair and unbiased in their treatment of individual students. 6.45    5.12 / 1.47  1.33  6.36    5.11 / 1.50  1.25  0.01   
65. Faculty are usually available after class and during office hours. 6.42    5.69 / 1.30  0.73  6.28    5.46 / 1.39  0.82  0.23***
3. Faculty care about me as an individual. 6.28    5.57 / 1.24  0.71  6.16    5.23 / 1.42  0.93  0.34***
47. Faculty provide timely feedback about student progress in a course. 6.27    5.29 / 1.37  0.98  6.22    4.98 / 1.48  1.24  0.31***
53. Faculty take into consideration student differences as they teach a course. 6.12    4.95 / 1.45  1.17  6.09    4.89 / 1.50  1.20  0.06   
61. Adjunct faculty are competent as classroom instructors. 6.12    5.38 / 1.32  0.74  6.07    5.06 / 1.44  1.01  0.32***
70. Graduate teaching assistants are competent as classroom instructors. 5.85    4.92 / 1.36  0.93  5.82    4.85 / 1.39  0.97  0.07   

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Recruitment and Financial Aid
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
RECRUITMENT AND FINANCIAL AID 6.08    5.12 / 1.05  0.96  6.12    4.83 / 1.19  1.29  0.29***
17. Adequate financial aid is available for most students. 6.37    5.16 / 1.55  1.21  6.36    4.65 / 1.69  1.71  0.51***
12. Financial aid awards are announced to students in time to be helpful in college planning. 6.22    5.27 / 1.46  0.95  6.19    4.69 / 1.66  1.50  0.58***
5. Financial aid counselors are helpful. 6.00    4.74 / 1.60  1.26  6.18    4.83 / 1.66  1.35  -0.09   
48. Admissions counselors accurately portray the campus in their recruiting practices. 6.00    5.14 / 1.43  0.86  5.98    4.78 / 1.61  1.20  0.36***
4. Admissions staff are knowledgeable. 5.97    5.25 / 1.28  0.72  6.13    5.08 / 1.47  1.05  0.17** 
43. Admissions counselors respond to prospective students' unique needs and requests. 5.89    5.16 / 1.28  0.73  5.88    4.93 / 1.46  0.95  0.23***

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Registration Effectiveness
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
REGISTRATION EFFECTIVENESS 6.17    5.03 / 1.07  1.14  6.13    4.90 / 1.14  1.23  0.13***
34. I am able to register for classes I need with few conflicts. 6.61    4.72 / 1.91  1.89  6.45    4.83 / 1.76  1.62  -0.11   
50. Class change (drop/add) policies are reasonable. 6.17    5.38 / 1.51  0.79  6.03    5.15 / 1.51  0.88  0.23***
27. The personnel involved in registration are helpful. 6.15    5.40 / 1.27  0.75  6.14    5.14 / 1.50  1.00  0.26***
11. Billing policies are reasonable. 6.12    4.58 / 1.57  1.54  6.10    4.41 / 1.66  1.69  0.17** 
20. The business office is open during hours which are convenient for most students. 5.79    5.11 / 1.37  0.68  5.92    4.97 / 1.49  0.95  0.14** 

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Responsiveness to Diverse Populations
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
RESPONSIVENESS TO DIVERSE POPULATIONS     5.01 / 1.30         4.95 / 1.28     0.06   
84. Institution's commitment to part-time students?     4.99 / 1.31         4.95 / 1.39     0.04   
85. Institution's commitment to evening students?     5.02 / 1.35         4.91 / 1.44     0.11   
86. Institution's commitment to older, returning learners?     5.07 / 1.30         5.07 / 1.37     0.00   
87. Institution's commitment to under-represented populations?     5.01 / 1.50         4.95 / 1.41     0.06   
88. Institution's commitment to commuters?     4.90 / 1.59         4.87 / 1.54     0.03   
89. Institution's commitment to students with disabilities?     5.10 / 1.36         4.98 / 1.48     0.12   

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Safety and Security
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
SAFETY AND SECURITY 6.29    4.68 / 1.16  1.61  6.16    4.68 / 1.26  1.48  0.00   
7. The campus is safe and secure for all students. 6.48    5.49 / 1.35  0.99  6.38    5.44 / 1.46  0.94  0.05   
36. Security staff respond quickly in emergencies. 6.30    4.85 / 1.54  1.45  6.18    4.70 / 1.56  1.48  0.15*  
21. The amount of student parking space on campus is adequate. 6.20    3.04 / 1.81  3.16  6.00    3.75 / 2.03  2.25  -0.71***
28. Parking lots are well-lighted and secure. 6.17    5.27 / 1.42  0.90  6.06    4.79 / 1.67  1.27  0.48***

 

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Loyola University New Orleans - 6/2004 Student Satisfaction Inventory

Institutional Summary
Scales In Order With Items That Make Up the Scale - Service Excellence
Our Institution Means National Group Means
Scale/Item Import Satis / SD Gap Import Satis / SD Gap Mean
Difference
SERVICE EXCELLENCE 6.06    5.05 / 0.97  1.01  5.97    4.92 / 1.06  1.05  0.13***
2. The campus staff are caring and helpful. 6.27    5.52 / 1.27  0.75  6.28    5.31 / 1.39  0.97  0.21***
57. I seldom get the "run-around" when seeking information on this campus. 6.26    4.75 / 1.68  1.51  6.13    4.48 / 1.79  1.65  0.27***
27. The personnel involved in registration are helpful.