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The NSSE survey, launched in 2000 and updated in 2013, assesses the extent to which students engage in educational practices associated with high levels of learning and development. The questionnaire collects information in five categories: (1) participation in dozens of educationally purposeful activities, (2) institutional requirements and the challenging nature of coursework, (3) perceptions of the college environment, (4) estimates of educational and personal growth since starting college, and (5) background and demographic information.

 

NSSE 2013 Versions

The following links are to facsimiles of the online NSSE instrument as it appears to the student.

U.S. English
U.S. Spanish
Canadian English
Canadian French

View Informed Consent Screens

A useful paper-formatted facsimile of the survey which includes item numbering is available here.

Topical Modules

New in 2013, NSSE participating institutions may append up to two topical modules - short sets of questions on designated topics such as academic advising, civic engagement, experiences with diversity, technology, and writing. Modules allow for deeper exploration of important areas based on campus needs.

How Has the Survey Changed?

Here is an item-by-item comparison showing how the survey was updated from 2012, indicating which items were unchanged, slightly modified, significantly altered, and deleted. New items on NSSE 2013 are included at the end.