Additional Information on Report Card Metrics

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SUNY Success

This metric is a holistic measure of student success that considers the mobility behaviors exhibited by many college students today, e.g., starting college at one institution and graduating from another. The measure factors in graduation from any SUNY college or university or continuing to enroll or transferring outside of SUNY within 150% of the “normal” time to complete a college degree (associate = 3 years; baccalaureate = 6 years).

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

IPEDS: Students Graduating Nationwide with Various Degrees in "Normal" Time Frames

Graduation Rates

This metric reports the percentage of undergraduate students enrolling full-time at a SUNY college that completes their academic program of study and receive a degree or certificate within 150% of the “normal” time required to earn a college degree (associate = 3 years; baccalaureate = 6 years). It is a standard measure of academic success in higher education.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

Institute of Education Science, National Center for Education Statistics - College Navigator

CompleteCollege.org: Pages 7-8 of This Report Show Graduation Rates for New York Public Colleges by Campus

IPEDS: Student Graduation Rates Nationwide by 2009 For Those Who Enrolled in 2003-2004

Retention Rates

This metric reports the percentage of undergraduate students enrolling full-time at a SUNY college that continue to enroll a year later. It is a standard measure of student academic progress and success in higher education. Since the highest rates of attrition occur during the first year of enrollment, this metric is an indicator of how well the college retains its students; also, higher retention rates are indicators of higher graduation rates in future years.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

Institute of Education Science, National Center for Education Statistics - College Navigator

IPEDS: Table of National Retention Rates

Credits Earned at Graduation

These metric reports the mean college credits required to earn an associate and a baccalaureate degree at a SUNY college or university based on the student’s entry status (first-time or transfer). It is a broad indicator of the quality of advising across the System and the efficiency of the college in providing the curriculum required to graduate. Since academic programs vary in required length, the mean for this metric should vary around 60 credits for associate programs and 120 credits for baccalaureate.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

CompleteCollege.org: National Statistics for Credits Earned at Graduation for Available States

Student/Faculty Ratios

Student / faculty ratios are classic educational measures that are broadly reflective of instructional staffing levels, typical class size, and faculty workload. There is a presumption among students, parents, faculty and higher education professionals that the smaller this ratio, the better the quality of instruction.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

Institute of Education Science, National Center for Education Statistics - College Navigator

IPEDS: Student/Faculty Ratios in the USA

Students Engaged in Internships and Cooperative Education

This is an indicator of the alignment of SUNY’s academic programs with the needs of business and industry in the State. Internships and cooperative education opportunities with employers establish strong connections between the University and industry, and serve to strengthen academic programs and provide SUNY with important feedback concerning the quality of educational programs.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

SUNY Internship Opportunities Site

SUNY Oneonta Presentation on Strategic Internships

Background and Research Regarding Student Internships

Courses Available Online

On-line instruction represents the fastest growing instructional modality in post-secondary education. Contemporary students, particularly adult learners and other place-bound students, increasingly need on-line courses to meet their academic program requirements in a way which allows them to fulfill other lifestyle commitments.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

SUNY Learning Network

New York State and National Campuses Accredited for Online Courses

NY Times - Learning in the Dorm, Because Class Is on the Web

National Statistics Regarding College Student Participation in Distance Learning

STEM Graduates

This metric reports the production of degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at all SUNY colleges and universities and at all degree levels (associate, bachelors, masters, etc.)

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

SUNY, Battelle Announce Empire State STEM Learning Network Partnership

SUNY Helps Launch First National STEM Network

New York State STEM Education Collaborative 

STEM Education Coalition

National STEM Graduate Data Report/Tables

Recruitment and Enrollment of Students from Historically Underrepresented and/or Economically Disadvantaged Populations

These indicators help SUNY determine progress in creating a diverse student body, using metrics that detail the actual recruitment and enrollment of historically underrepresented populations (African American, Pacific Islanders, Hispanics or Chicanos/Latinos, and Native Americans), while key federal criteria on socioeconomic level allow SUNY to evaluate its record in creating access to higher education for those who are identified as economically disadvantaged.

For a definition of this metric and more information about the methodology SUNY used, please see the SUNY Report Card Metrics Definitions document.

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National Ethnic and Gender Enrollment Rates, Ages 18-24

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