Survey of Entering Student Engagement
Overview
In fall 2024, 324 new to PCC students (6.7% of those surveyed) completed the Survey of Entering Student Engagement (SENSE).? SENSE is a nationally-benchmarked instrument that asks new students about their academic support, student services, and instructional experiences during their first three weeks of college.
SENSE groups select survey items into six nationally benchmarked categories.? PCC’s standardized benchmark scores were at or above average in High Expectations and Aspirations, Engaged Learning, and Academic and Social Support Network.? However, the College’s benchmark scores were below average in Early Connections, Effective Track to College Readiness, and Clear Academic Plan and Pathway with the latter receiving the lowest score.
PCC faculty and staff can access detailed findings on the Institutional Effectiveness Spaces page (Surveys section).? However, it is important to note that survey respondents differ from nonrespondents in several characteristics, which may limit how well the results represent the broader population of new students.