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2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad Responses from African American, Asian American, Chicano/Latino, and Native American Sophomores

In Spring 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white in PeopleSoft were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad and the survey results will continue to guide the University toward this goal. There were 230 sophomores, whose ethnicity was self-reported as other than white who responded to the survey, out of the 1212 sophomores whose ethnicity from all four campuses who were sent the survey (18% response rate). The University’s Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student count, using ethnicity fields in PeopleSoft to identify students for the count, and Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of sophomores whose ethnicity is other than white. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html

Key Metrics & Findings

1) Sophomores, whose ethnicity is other than white, report a fairly good understanding of study abroad.

• 70% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 64% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 54% reported that they were aware of study abroad options within their major. 2) Sophomores, whose ethnicity is other than white, have limited communication regarding

study abroad with their advisers and professors. • 64% reported that their advisers had never talked with them about studying abroad. • 62% reported that their professors had mentioned study abroad during class to them. • At the same time, only 34% and 21% reported that they had ever asked their advisers and

professors, respectively, about study abroad.

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Survey results 1) While at the University of Minnesota,

I have studied abroad. 5.7% I have not studied abroad. 64.9% I have not yet studied abroad, but am planning to study abroad. 29.4%

Respondents’ views on study abroad 2) Which statements best describe your view of study abroad? Sophomores in this response cohort have varying views of study abroad. 3.1% view study abroad as not an option and 17.0% feel that study abroad is not essential. 23.6% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 56.3% of respondents view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.

3) How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a student’s primary field of

study was found to be somewhat important to important. 12.2% of sophomores in this response cohort said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 30.4% and 28.3% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 29.1% stated that a second language was very important (VI).

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The following chart shows responses to question 3, (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)

Skills and knowledge important to professionals practicing in field of study Not

Important Somewhat Important

Important Very Important

Knowledge of a second language 12.2% (28) 30.4% (70) 28.3% (65) 29.1% (67) Awareness and understanding of cultural differences

2.6% (6) 9.6% (22) 26.2% (60) 61.6% (141)

Knowledge of international issues 4.8% (11) 18.1% (41) 32.6% (74) 44.5% (101) Knowledge of technical and professional practices in other countries

1.3% (3) 21.8% (50) 41.5% (95) 35.4% (81)

Ability to work with people whose beliefs, values, and worldviews differ from one’s own

.9% (2) 5.2% (12) 24.8% (57) 69.1% (159)

Ability to tolerate uncertainty 1.8% (4) 7.0%(16) 39.9% (91) 51.3% (117) * 70.7% of Asian American sophomores and 82.9% of African American sophomores stated that the ability to work with other people whose beliefs, values, and worldviews differ from one’s own is very important. 4) Rate each statement. Study abroad is important to my personal development.

The majority of respondents agreed 50% (114) or strongly agreed 35.5% (81) that study abroad was important to their personal development. There were 14.5% (33) of respondents who somewhat disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.

Study abroad will enhance my ability to think critically and solve problems.

The majority of respondents 52.6% (120) agreed and 31.6% (72) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems and 15.8% (36) of respondents disagreed. * 16.7% of Latino respondents strongly agreed and 66.7% of Latino respondents agreed that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems.

Study abroad will help me find a better job when I graduate.

46.9% (107) and 28.1% (64) agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 25.0% (57) disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.

Study abroad will enhance my lifelong career opportunities.

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Finally, respondents were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, and 45.6% (104) and 38.6% (88) agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 15.8% (36) somewhat disagreed. *43.4% of Asian American respondents strongly agreed. Furthermore, 56.1% of African- American respondents and 60.0% of Latino respondents agreed.

Understanding of study abroad at the University of Minnesota

5) Rate your understanding of study abroad as an opportunity at the University of Minnesota.

Respondents reported that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 45.0% (103) and 32.3% (74). In addition, 9.2% (21) stated that they had an excellent understanding and 13.5% (31) stated they had a minimal understanding. *17.0% of African American respondents stated they have an excellent understanding of study abroad.

6) Aside from general or liberal education requirements, are you are allowed to use credit earned through study abroad toward requirements in your major? *53.3% of Latino respondents stated YES they could use credit earned through study abroad.

*56.1% of African American respondents stated they did not know compared to 36.7% of Latino respondents.

7a) I am aware of study abroad options in my major. *75% of American Indian respondents stated NO they were not aware of study abroad options in their major. *70% of Latino respondents stated YES they were aware.

7b) I am aware that financial aid may be used for study abroad. *83.3% of Latino sophomores reported YES they were aware that financial aid could be used towards study abroad.

7c) I am aware of the availability of scholarships for study abroad.

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Faculty and advisers motivating students to study abroad

One of the main goals of the study abroad curriculum initiative has been to enhance faculty and adviser awareness of the role of study abroad in undergraduate education and to utilize their unique relationship with their students to motivate students to study abroad.

Program evaluation results of the Bush Foundation grant period have shown that faculty and advisers are more knowledgeable about study abroad after their participation in curriculum integration workshops and activities. Hopefully, this knowledge is influencing their communication regarding study abroad with students. Advisers’ ability to communicate with students may be effected, however, by the frequency that students visit with them.

8) On average, how many times a year do you see your academic adviser(s)?

Faculty and advisers as communication channels regarding study abroad

9) Have any of your advisers ever talked with you about studying

abroad? *83.3% of Native American respondents stated that their advisers had not talked to them about studying abroad.

10) Have any of your advisers discussed academic planning for study

abroad with you?

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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]” advising sheet from your college?

* 40% of Latino respondents stated YES they had received a study abroad in your Major sheet; however 80.5%. of African American respondents stated NO they had not received a study abroad in your Major sheet. 12. Have any of your professors ever mentioned study abroad to you, either during class or outside the classroom?

* 73.2% of African American respondents stated YES their professors had mentioned study abroad in class.

Sources of study abroad information 13) How else have you received information about study abroad? (check all that apply)

*60.6% of Latino respondents stated that they received their information during New Student Orientation. **58.5% of African American respondents stated that they received their information from classroom presentations.

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14) Have you ever asked any of your advisers about study abroad? 15) Have you ever asked any of your professors about study abroad?

16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? For the respondents, cost and academic concerns are important factors when considering study abroad.

Not a Factor Somewhat Important

Very Important

Most Important

How important are recommendations from other students (past or current participants) in considering study abroad?

7.0% (16) 25.9% (59) 54.8% (125) 12.3% (28)

How important are recommendations or support from professors or advisers in considering study abroad?

4.4% (10) 20.8% (47) 62.4% (141) 12.4% (28)

How important is cost in considering study abroad?

2.2% (5) 7.1% (16) 35.1% (79) 55.6% (125)

How important is delay in graduation in considering study abroad?

8.8% (20) 13.2% (30) 41.7% (95) 36.4% (83)

How important is time away from on-campus studies in considering study abroad?

17.1% (39) 32.0% (73) 36.8% (84) 14.0% (32)

How important is time away from family and friends in considering study abroad?

15.7% (36) 26.2% (60) 38.9% (89) 19.2% (44)

How important is concern about adapting to the language and culture of others in considering study abroad?

18.1% (41) 27.3% (62) 37.0% (84) 17.6% (40)

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How important is concern about applying credits to degree requirements in considering study abroad?

5.3% (12) 19.3% (44) 42.1% (96) 33.3% (76)

How important is concern about health and safety abroad in considering study abroad?

17.9% (41) 28.4% (65) 35.4% (81) 18.3% (42)

How important is opposition from family and/or friends in considering study abroad?

39.4% (89) 29.6% (67) 23.0% (52) 8.0% (18)

How important is opposition from department and/or adviser in considering study abroad?

38.4% (88) 30.1% (69) 25.3% (58) 6.1% (14)

How important is fear of racism in considering study abroad?

49.3% (113) 24.9% (57) 17.5% (40) 8.3% (19)

How important is concern about a disability in considering study abroad?

70.3% (161) 13.5% (31) 10.5% (24) 5.7% (13)

How important is competition with other educational opportunities in considering study abroad?

24.9% (57) 34.5% (79) 34.9% (79) 5.7% (13)

How important is disruption of work/internship experiences in considering study abroad?

27.2% (62) 30.3% (69) 30.7% (70) 11.8% (27)

How important is concern about loss of current healthcare or housing in considering study abroad?

37.1% (85) 27.9% (64) 24.0% (55) 10.9% (25)

How important is family needs my support in considering study abroad?

46.1% (105) 17.5% (40) 25.0% (57) 11.4% (26)

Do not see the value added by studying abroad.

67.4% (153) 15.4% (35) 11.9% (27) 5.3% (12)

17) As a University of Minnesota student, (check all that apply)

YES NO I had significant interaction with U of Minnesota international students. 33.5% 66.5% I took more than one course on campus with international content. 41.3% 56.7% I studied another language. 53.9% 46.1% I participated in international or intercultural activities on campus. 35.2% 64.8% I traveled or visited another country. 36.1% 63.9%

I participated in a credit-bearing international internship or volunteer experience.

7.0% 93.0%

I worked abroad. 2.2% 97.8%

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*SOC respondents in this cohort had a much higher percentage of being born/raised abroad (25.2%) than the mean for all UMTC sophomores who responded to the survey (3%). 19) What has been your single longest period of international experience? *25.0% of the African American respondents have been abroad for more than 12 months.

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20) Are you a native speaker of English? * 32.7% of Asian American respondents are not native English speakers and 15.0% of African Americans respondents are not native English speakers; whereas, only 6.7% of Latino respondents are not native English speakers. 21) Do you have working knowledge of more than one language?

* SOC respondents had a higher percentage of individuals who have a working knowledge of another language (88%) compared to that of the University of Minnesota population (79%). 22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability. For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report prepared by Rhiannnon Williams, [email protected], and Gayle Woodruff.

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2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences Responses

In April of 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences (COAFES), there were 64 sophomores who responded from the 250 sophomores who were sent the survey (25% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student count. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of COAFES sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Science sophomores report a fairly

good understanding about study abroad.

• 79% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 61% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 62% reported that they were aware of study abroad options in their major.

2) College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Science sophomores, advisers and professors had fairly good communication with each other regarding study abroad.

• 49% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 63% reported that their professors mentioned study abroad during class. • 47% of COAFES sophomores have asked advisers or professors about study abroad.

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Survey Results

1) While at the University of Minnesota, I have studied abroad. 14.1% I have not studied abroad. 50.0% I have not yet studied abroad, but am planning to study abroad. 35.9%

COAFES sophomores’ views on study abroad

2) Which statements best describe your view of study abroad?

COAFES sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 1.6% view study abroad as not an option and 26.6% feel that study abroad is not essential. 15.6% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 56.3% of COAFES sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.

3) How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your

primary field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a COAFES student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 14.1 of COAFES sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 51.6% and 23.4% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 10.9% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in the field of agriculture and environmental sciences.

Fig 1. COAFES respondents’ participation in study abroad.

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The following chart shows COAFES sophomores’ responses to question 3, (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)

Skills and knowledge important to professionals practicing in field of study

Not Important

Somewhat Important



6.3% (4) 15.6% (10) 26.6% (17) 51.6% (33)


3.2% (2) 25.4% (16) 38.1% (24) 33.3% (21)


3.2% (2) 3.2% (2) 36.5% (23) 57.1% (36)

Ability to tolerate uncertainty 1.6% (1) 7.8% (5) 35.9% (23) 54.7% (35) 4) Rate each statement. Study abroad is important to my personal development.

The majority of COAFES sophomores agreed 31.3% (20) or strongly agreed 42.2% (27) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 26.6% (17) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of COAFES sophomores agreed 35.9% (23) or strongly agreed 37.5% (24) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems, and only 26.6% (17) disagreed.


39.1% (25) and 31.3% (20) agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 29.7% (19) disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.


Finally, COAFES sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 31.3% (20) agreed and 43.8% (28) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 25.0% (16) disagreed.

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Understanding of study abroad at the University of Minnesota 5) Rate your understanding of study abroad as an opportunity at the University of Minnesota.

COAFES sophomores stated that overall they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the U of M; 39.1% (25) and 34.4% (22). Though only 14.1% (9) stated that they had an excellent understanding and 12.5% (8) stated they had a minimal understanding.

6) Aside from general or liberal education requirements, are you are

allowed to use credit earned through study abroad toward requirements in your major?

7a) I am aware of study abroad options in my major.

7b) I am aware that financial aid may be used for study abroad.


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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]” advising sheet from your college? 12. Have any of your professors ever mentioned study abroad to you, either during class or outside the classroom?


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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? COAFES sophomores view cost of study abroad and academic concerns as the important factors in considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.3% (6) 26.6% (17) 48.4% (31) 18.8% (12)


3.1% (2) 26.6% (17) 56.3% (36) 14.1% (9)


3.1% (2) 12.5% (8) 37.5% (24) 46.9% (30)


6.3% (4) 25.0% (16) 29.7% (19) 39.1% (25)


26.6% (17) 29.7% (19) 32.8% (21) 10.9% (7)


20.3% (13) 29.7% (19) 17.2% (11) 32.8% (21)


30.2% (19) 31.7% (20) 31.7% (20) 6.3% (4)

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9.5% (6) 14.3% (9) 39.7% (25) 36.5% (23)


25.0% (16) 37.5% (24) 28.1% (18) 9.4% (6)


64.1% (41) 23.4% (15) 12.5% (8) 0


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68.3% (43) 22.2% (14) 9.5% (6) 0


87.5% (56) 7.8% (5) 1.6% (1) 3.1% (2)


40.6% (26) 39.1% (25) 18.8% (12) 1.6% (1)


21.9% (14) 34.4% (22) 39.1% (25) 4.7% (3)


56.3% (36) 17.2% (11) 23.4% (15) 3.1% (2)


64.5% (40) 18.8% (12) 10.9% (7) 4.7% (3)


75% (48) 12.5% (8) 9.4% (6) 3.1% (2)


YES NO I had significant interaction with University of Minnesota international students.

27.7% 72.3%

I took more than one course on campus with international content. 40% 60% I studied another language. 40% 60% I participated in international or intercultural activities on campus. 21.5% 78.5% I traveled or visited another country. 32.3% 67.7%


6.2% 93.8%


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19) What has been your single longest period of international experience?

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20) Are you a native speaker of English? 21) Do you have working knowledge of more than one language?

22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability.

For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report submitted August 2005.

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2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad College of Biological Sciences Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the College of Biological Sciences (CBS) there were 87 sophomores who responded from the 302 sophomores who were sent the survey (28.8% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student count. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of CBS sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) College of Biological Science sophomores report a fairly good understanding about

study abroad.


2) College of Biological Science sophomores, advisers and professors had fairly good communication with each other regarding study abroad.

• 45% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 49% reported that their professors mentioned study abroad during class. • 43% of CBS sophomores have asked advisers or professors about study abroad.

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Survey Results


CBS sophomores’ views on study abroad


CBS sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 2.3% view study abroad as not an option and 18.2% feel that study abroad is not essential. 29.5% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 50.0% of CBS sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.

3) How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your

primary field of study? The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a CBS student’s primary

field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 17.0 of CBS sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 40.9% and 21.6% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 20.5% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in the field of biological sciences.

Fig 1. CBS respondents’ participation in study abroad.

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The following chart shows CBS sophomores’ responses to question 3, (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)


Not Important

Somewhat Important



9.1% (8) 19.3% (17) 28.4% (25) 43.2% (38)


2.3% (2) 20.7% (18) 49.4% (43) 27.6% (24)


1.1% (1) 11.4% (10) 21.6% (19) 65.9% (58)

Ability to tolerate uncertainty 0 11.4% (10) 34.1% (30) 54.5% (48) 4) Rate each statement. Study abroad is important to my personal development.

The majority of CBS sophomores agreed 40.2% (35) or strongly agreed 35.6% (31) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 24.1% (21) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of CBS sophomores agreed 50.6% (44) or strongly agreed 33.3% (29) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems, and only 16.1% (14) disagreed.


48.3% (42) agreed and 23.0% (20) strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 28.7% (25) disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.


Finally, CBS sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 43.7% (38) agreed and 31.0% (27) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 25.2% (22) disagreed.

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CBS sophomores stated that overall they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the U of M; 48.3% (42) and 25.3% (22). Though only 13.8% (12) stated that they had an excellent understanding and 12.6% (11) stated they had a minimal understanding.

6) Aside from general or liberal education requirements, are you

are allowed to use credit earned through study abroad toward requirements in your major?




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10) Have any of your advisers discussed academic planning

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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]” advising sheet from your college? 12. Have any of your professors ever mentioned study abroad to you, either during class or outside the classroom?




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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? CBS sophomores view cost of study abroad and academic concerns as the important factors in considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


13.6% (12) 19.3% (17) 46.6% (41) 20.5% (18)


6.8% (6) 27.3% (24) 59.1% (52) 6.8% (6)


3.4% (3) 8.0% (7) 44.3% (39) 44.3% (39)


3.4% (3) 17.0% (15) 42.0% (37) 37.5% (33)


13.6% (12) 29.5% (26) 44.3% (39) 12.5% (11)


18.2% (16) 26.1% (23) 38.6% (34) 17.0% (15)


20.5% (18) 34.1% (30) 35.2% (31) 10.2% (9)

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Very Important

Most Important


5.7% (5) 19.5% (17) 48.3% (42) 26.4% (23)


26.1% (23) 38.6% (34) 27.3% (24) 8.0% (7)


46.6% (41) 30.7% (27) 18.2% (16) 4.5% (4)


47.7% (42) 31.8% (28) 15.9% (14) 4.5% (4)


75.0% (66) 19.3% (17) 4.5% (4) 1.1% (1)


80.7% (71) 14.8% (13) 2.3% (2) 2.3% (2)


32.2% (28) 28.7% (25) 35.6%(31) 3.4% (3)


20.7% (18) 35.6% (31) 34.5% (30) 9.2% (8)


41.4% (36) 31.0% (27) 24.1% ( 21) 3.4% (3)


63.6% (56) 14.8% (13) 17.0% (15) 4.5%(4)


77.6% (63) 14.8% (13) 5.9% (5) 2.4% (2)


YES NO I had significant interaction with University of Minnesota international students.

23.9% 76.1%

I took more than one course on campus with international content. 39.8% 60.2% I studied another language. 37.5% 62.5% I participated in international or intercultural activities on campus. 22.7% 77.3% I traveled or visited another country. 26.1% 73.9%


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22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability.

For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report submitted August 2005.

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2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad General College Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the General College (GC), there were 59 sophomores who responded from the 485 sophomores who were sent the survey (12.4% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of GC sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) General College sophomores report a fairly good understanding about study abroad.


2) General College sophomores had limited communication with their advisers or professors

regarding study abroad. • 50% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 68% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

24% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, only 46% of GC sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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Survey results 1) While at the University of Minnesota, I have studied abroad. 1.7% I have not studied abroad. 71.2% I have not yet studied abroad, but am planning to study abroad. 27.1%

GC Sophomores’ views on study abroad


GC sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 3.4% view study abroad as not an option and 22.0% feel that study abroad is not essential. 22.0% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 52.5% of GC sophomores view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.

3) How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary

field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a GC student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 13.6% of GC sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 35.6% and 22.0% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 28.8% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in a variety of fields.

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The following chart shows GC sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)





0 11.9% (7) 35.6% (21) 52.5% (31)


1.7% (1) 29.3% (17) 44.8% (26) 24.1% (14)


1.7% (1) 10.2% (6) 28.8% (17) 59.3% (35)


The majority of GC sophomores agreed 42.4% (25) or strongly agreed 45.8% (27) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 12.1% (7) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of GC sophomores agreed 54.2% (32) and strongly agreed 33.9% (20) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems and only 12.1% (7) disagreed.




Finally, GC sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 54.2% (32) agreed and 27.1% (16) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 18.6% (11) disagreed.

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GC sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 35.6 (21) and 39.0% (23). 10.2% (6) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 15.3% (9) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]” advising

sheet from your college? 12. Have any of your professors ever mentioned study abroad to you, either during class or outside the classroom?



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No54%

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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for General College sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.8% (4) 25.4% (15) 55.9% (33) 11.9% (7)


5.1% (3) 13.6% (8) 67.8% (40) 13.6% (8)


1.7% (1) 6.8% (4) 45.8% (27) 45.8% (27)


8.6% (5) 19.0% (11) 41.4% (24) 31.0% (18)


10.3% (6) 44.8% (26) 34.5% (20) 10.3% (6)


5.1% (3) 33.9% (20) 39.0% (23) 22.0% (13)


23.7% (14) 27.1% (16) 39.0% (23) 10.2% (6)

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Factors in considering study abroad Not a Factor Somewhat


Most Important


10.3% (6) 25.9% (15) 44.8% (26) 19.0% (11)


22.0% (13) 32.2% (19) 35.6% (21) 10.2% (6)


37.3% (22) 28.8% (17) 28.8% (17) 5.1% (3)


40.7% (24) 35.6% (21) 22.0% (13) 1.7% (1)


61.0% (36) 23.7% (14) 13.6% (8) 1.7% (1)


76.3% (45) 10.2% (6) 11.9% (7) 1.7% (1)


35.6% (21) 42.4% (25) 20.3% (12) 1.7% (1)


27.1% (16) 35.6% (21) 27.1% (16) 10.2% (6)


37.3% (22) 28.8% (17) 25.4% (15) 8.5% (5)


45.8% (27) 28.8% (17) 15.3% (9) 10.2% (6)


67.8% (40) 13.6% (8) 11.9% (7) 6.8% (4)


YES NO I had significant interaction with U of Minnesota international students. 30% 70% I took more than one course on campus with international content. 40% 60% I studied another language. 58.3% 41.7% I participated in international or intercultural activities on campus. 8.3% 91.7% I traveled or visited another country. 45% 55%


8.3% 91.7%


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22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability. For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report submitted June 2005.

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1

2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad College of Human Ecology Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the College of Human Ecology (CHE), there were 59 sophomores who responded from the 183 sophomores who were sent the survey (32.4% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of CHE sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) College of Human Ecology sophomores report a fairly good understanding about study abroad. • 70% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 67% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 50% reported that they were aware of study abroad options in their major.

2) College of Human Ecology sophomores, advisers and professors had good communication with each other regarding study abroad. • 61% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 78% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

29% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, only 58% of CHE sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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Survey results 1) While at the University of Minnesota, I have studied abroad. 5.2% I have not studied abroad. 74.1% I have not yet studied abroad, but am planning to study abroad. 20.7%

CHE Sophomores’ views on study abroad


CHE sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 0% view study abroad as not an option and 12.1% feel that study abroad is not essential. 17.2% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 70.7% of CHE sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.


field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a CHE student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 18.6% of CHE sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 49.2% and 22.0% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 10.2% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in human ecology.

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The following chart shows CHE sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)





3.4% (2) 12.1% (7) 32.8% (19) 51.7% (30)


5.1% (3) 23.7% (14) 39.0% (23) 32.2% (19)


1.7% (1) 6.8% (4) 20.3% (12) 71.2% (42)


The majority of CHE sophomores agreed 34.5% (20) or strongly agreed 48.3% (28) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 17.3% (10) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of CHE sophomores agreed 57.6% (34) and strongly agreed 28.8% (17) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems; and only 13.6% (8) disagreed.




Finally, CHE sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 44.1% (26) and 39.0% (23) agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 17.0% (10) disagreed.

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CHE sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 39.0% (23) and 37.3% (22). 15.3% (9) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 8.5% (5) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]”

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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for College of Human Ecology sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.8% (4) 23.7% (14) 55.9% (33) 13.6% (8)


6.9% (4) 17.2% (10) 56.9% (33) 19.0% (11)


3.4% (2) 6.9% (4) 48.3% (28) 41.4% (24)


6.8% (4) 11.9% (7) 39.0% (23) 42.4% (25)


15.3% (9) 33.9% (20) 33.9% (20) 16.9% (10)


10.2% (6) 32.2% (19) 37.3% (22) 20.3% (12)


15.3% (9) 54.2% (32) 25.4% (15) 5.1% (3)

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Most Important


5.1% ( 3) 18.6% (11) 55.9% (33) 20.3% (12)


24.1% (14) 32.8% (19) 34.5% (20) 8.6% (5)


39.0% (23) 39.0% (23) 18.6% (11) 3.4% (2)


33.3% (19) 35.1% (20) 22.8% (13) 8.8% (5)


71.2% (42) 22.0% (13) 5.1% (3) 1.7% (1)


83.1% (49) 8.5% (5) 6.8% (4) 1.7% (1)


40.7% (24) 35.6% (21) 23.7% (14) 0


16.9% (10) 33.9% (20) 40.7% (24) 8.5% (5)


37.3% (22) 30.5%(18) 27.1% (16) 5.1% (3)


64.1% (38) 11.9% (7) 15.3% (9) 8.5% (5)


78.9% (45) 12.3% (7) 5.3% (3) 3.5% (2)


YES NO I had significant interaction with U of Minnesota international students. 15% 85% I took more than one course on campus with international content. 26.7% 73.3% I studied another language. 45% 55% I participated in international or intercultural activities on campus. 23.3% 76.7% I traveled or visited another country. 26.7% 73.3%


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22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability. For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report submitted August 2005.

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2004 - 2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad College of Liberal Arts - Twin Cities Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the College of Liberal Arts- Twin Cities (CLA-TC) there were 265 sophomores who responded from the 1146 sophomores who were sent the survey (23.1% response rate). These students were drawn from the 3184 total sophomores in CLA-TC. Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts and sample. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of CLA-TC sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) College of Liberal Arts - Twin Cities sophomores report a fairly good understanding about study abroad.

• 76% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 67% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 57% reported that they were aware of study abroad options within their major.

2) College of Liberal Arts - Twin Cities sophomores, advisers and professors have good

communication with each other regarding study abroad. • 50% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 64% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

21% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, 46% of CLA-TC sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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CLA-TC Sophomores’ views on study abroad

2) Which statements best describe your view of study abroad? CLA-TC sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 1.9% view study abroad as not an option and 17.0% feel that study abroad is not essential. 16.6% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 64.5% of CLA-TC sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.


field of study? The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a CLA-TC student’s primary

field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 9.0% of CLA-TC sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 37.2% and 23.3% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 30.5% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in various liberal arts.

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The following chart shows CLA-TC sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)


Not Important

Somewhat Important



1.9% (5) 9.1% (24) 21.1% (56) 67.9% (180)


3.4% (9) 23.4% (62) 41.1% (109) 32.1% (85)


.8% (2) 3.8% (10) 20.8% (55) 74.7% (198)


The majority of CLA-TC sophomores agreed 46.0% (121) or strongly agreed 42.6% (112) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 11.4% (30) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of CLA-TC sophomores agreed 52.5% (138) and strongly agreed 33.8% (89) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems and only 13.7% (36) disagreed.




Finally, CLA-TC sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 46.8% (123) agreed and 36.1% (95) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 17.1% (45) disagreed.

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CLA-TC sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 39.6% (105) and 34.0% (90). 14.3% (38) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 12.1% (32) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for College of Liberal Arts - Twin Cities sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.8% (18) 23.5% (62) 56.4% (149) 13.3% (35)


6.1% (16) 23.7% (62) 60.3% (158) 9.9% (26)


2.7% (7) 11.4% (30) 35.6% (94) 50.4% (133)


8.3% (22) 19.2% (51) 36.6% (97) 35.8% (95)


19.3% (51) 33.3% (88) 33.0% (87) 14.4% (38)


15.5% (41) 28.7% (76) 35.5% (94) 20.4% (54)


17.5% (46) 32.7% (86) 38.4% (101) 11.4% (30)

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9.1% (24) 17.8% (47) 40.2% (106) 33.0% (87)


20.4% (54) 35.1% (93) 33.2% (88) 11.3% (30)


48.9% (128) 28.2% (74) 17.2% (45) 5.7% (15)


48.3% (128) 26.6% (71) 20.0% (53) 4.9% (13)


59.3% (156) 24.7% (65) 11.0% (29) 4.9% (13)


80.8% (214) 11.7% (31) 5.3% (14) 2.3% (9)


32.8% (87) 38.9% (103) 24.9% (66) 3.4% (9)


23.9% (63) 30.7% (81) 33.3% (88) 12.1% (32)


46.0% (122) 22.3% (59) 23.4% (62) 8.3% (22)


61.0% (159) 14.4% (38) 16.9% (43) 9.4% (25)


79.1% (203) 9.9% (26) 8.4% (22) 2.7% (7)




6.0% 94.0%

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22) If you do have working knowledge of more than one language, please rate your ability. For more information about this survey and its results contact, Gayle Woodruff, Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota, 612.625.6065, [email protected]. Report submitted August 2005.

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2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad Carlson School of Management Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the Carlson School of Management (CSOM), there were 97 sophomores who responded from the 279 sophomores who were sent the survey (34.8% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts and sample. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of CSOM sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) Carlson School of Management sophomores report a good understanding about study abroad.

• 80% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 71% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 72% reported that they were aware of study abroad options within their major.

2) Carlson School of Management sophomores, advisers and professors have good

communication with each other regarding study abroad. • 66% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 67% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

23% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, only 57% of CSOM sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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CSOM Sophomores’ views on study abroad 1) Which statements best describe your view of study abroad?

CSOM sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 2.1% view study abroad as not an option and 19.6% feel that study abroad is not essential. 9.3% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 69.1% of CSOM sophomores view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.


field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a CSOM student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 13.7% of CSOM sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 46.3% and 26.3% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 13.7% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in business.

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The following chart shows CSOM sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)





2.1% (2) 9.4% (9) 32.3% (31) 56.3% (54)


1.0% (1) 32.3% (31) 39.6% (38) 27.1% (26)


1.0% (1) 4.2% (4) 21.9% (21) 72.9% (70)


The majority of CSOM sophomores agreed or strongly agreed that study abroad was important to their personal development: 41.7% and 46.9% respectively. However, there were 11.5% respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of CSOM sophomores agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems; 57.3% and 29.2% respectively and only 13.6% disagreed.


44.8% and 27.1% agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 28.2% disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.


Finally, CSOM sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 46.9% and 30.2% agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 22.9% disagreed.

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CSOM sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 34.7% (33) and 38.9% (37). 18.9% (18) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 7.4% (7) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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Faculty and advisers as communication channels regarding study abroad 9) Have any of your advisers ever talked with you about studying

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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for CSOM sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.3% (6) 21.9% (21) 51.0% (49) 20.8% (20)


5.3% (5) 26.3% (25) 62.1% (59) 6.3% (6)


1.0% (1) 8.3% (8) 53.1% (51) 37.5% (36)


11.5% (11) 11.5% (11) 36.5% (35) 40.6% (39)


15.6% (15) 28.1% (27) 44.8% (43) 11.5% (11)


13.7% (13) 29.5% (28) 43.2% (41) 13.7% (13)


20.0% (19) 36.8% (35) 35.8% (24) 7.4% (7)

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9.4% (9) 16.7% (16) 47.9% (46) 26.0% (25)


25.3% (24) 37.9% (36) 32.6% (31) 4.2% (4)


54.2% (52) 28.1% (27) 16.7% (16) 1.0% (1)


52.1% (50) 29.2% (28) 16.7% (16) 2.1% (2)


68.8% (66) 25.0% (24) 5.2% (5) 1.0% (1)


85.4% (82) 9.4% (9) 4.2% (4) 1.0% (1)


44.8% (43) 32.3% (31) 19.8% (19) 3.1% (3)


24.0% (23) 24.0% (23) 42.7% (41) 9.4% (9)


54.2% (52) 22.9% (22) 20.8% (20) 2.1% (2)


69.8% (67) 14.6% (14) 13.5% (13) 2.1% (2)


75.0% (72) 13.5% (13) 6.3% (6) 5.2% (5)




7.2% 92.8%


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1

2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad School of Nursing Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the School of Nursing (Nursing), there were 14 sophomores who responded from the 28 sophomores who were sent the survey (50% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of Nursing sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) School of Nursing sophomores report a good understanding about study abroad. • 57% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 50% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 64% reported that they were aware of study abroad options within their major.

2) School of Nursing sophomores, advisers and professors had limited communication with

each other regarding study abroad. • 29% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 43% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

36% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, 29% of Nursing sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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1) While at the University of Minnesota,

I have studied abroad. 0% I have not studied abroad. 42.9% I have not yet studied abroad, but am planning to study abroad. 57.1%

Nursing Sophomores’ views on study abroad 2) Which statements best describe your view of study abroad?

Nursing sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 7.1% view study abroad as not an option and 7.1% feel that study abroad is not essential. 50.0% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 35.7% of Nursing sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.


field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a Nursing student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 14.3% of Nursing sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 28.6% and 42.9% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 14.3% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in the medical field.

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The following chart shows Nursing sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)





7.1% (1) 0 21.4% (3) 71.4% (10)


7.1% (1) 50.0% (7) 21.4% (3) 21.4% (3)


0 0 21.4% (3) 78.6%(11)


The majority of Nursing sophomores agreed 50% (7) or strongly agreed 14.3% (2) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 35.7% (5) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of Nursing sophomores agreed 57.1% (8) and strongly agreed 14.3%(2) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems and only 28.6%(4) disagreed.


42.9% (6) agreed and 7.1% (1) strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 50% (7) disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.


Finally, Nursing sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 57.1% (8) agreed and 14.3% (2) strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 28.5% (4) disagreed.

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Nursing sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 50.0% (7) and 14.3% (2). 7.1% (1) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 28.6% (4) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for Nursing sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


0 35.7% (5) 57.1% (8) 7.1% (1)


0 14.3% (2) 78.6% (11) 7.1% (1)


0 0 35.7% (5) 64.3% (9)


0 0 7.1% (1) 92.9% (13)


14.3%(2) 28.5% (4) 35.7% (5) 21.4% (3)


7.1% (1) 35.7% (5) 35.7% (5) 21.4% (3)


21.4% (3) 28.6% (4) 21.4% (3) 28.6% (4)

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7.1% (1) 21.4% (3) 35.7% (5) 35.7% (5)


35.7% (5) 28.6% (4) 35.7% (5) 0


57.1% (8) 0 28.6% (4) 14.3% (2)


57.1% (8) 0 14.3% (2) 28.6% (4)


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38.5% (5) 15.4% (2) 38.5% (5) 7.7% (1)


14.3% (2) 35.7% (5) 21.4% (3) 28.6% (4)


50.0% (7) 14.3% (2) 21.4% (3) 14.3% (2)


78.6% (11) 7.1% (1) 7.1% (1) 7.1% (1)


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1

2005 Sophomore Survey of Study Abroad Institute of Technology Responses

In April 2005 the University of Minnesota surveyed sophomores from the Crookston, Duluth, Morris and Twin Cities campuses as part of the study abroad curriculum integration initiative that aims to increase study abroad enrollments. There were 1506 sophomores who responded to the spring 2005 survey, out of 6151 sophomores surveyed (24.4% response rate). With regard to the Institute of Technology (IT), there were 162 sophomores who responded from the 761 sophomores who were sent the survey (21.3% response rate). Office of Institutional Research and Reporting prepared the student counts. All sophomores whose ethnicity is reported as other than white were included in the survey as the University is seeking to increase underrepresented students in study abroad. Office of Measurement Services administered the survey. Presented in this report are the results from the responses of IT sophomores. The Study Abroad Curriculum Integration effort has been made possible by the support of the Bush Foundation, the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Offices of the Vice Chancellors for Crookston, Duluth, Morris, the Office for International Programs, and the Learning Abroad Center. For further information about the study abroad curriculum integration surveys, visit: http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/ci/stats/evaluation.html


1) Institute of Technology sophomores report a fairly good understanding about study abroad. • 74% reported that they knew they could use financial aid towards study abroad. • 58% reported that they knew there were scholarships available for study abroad. • 56% reported that they were aware of study abroad options in their major.

2) Institute of Technology sophomores, advisers and professors had limited communication with

each other regarding study abroad. • 36% reported that their advisers talked with them about studying abroad. • 41% reported their professors mentioned study abroad during class, while

37% reported their professors mentioned study abroad outside of class. • At the same time, only 37% of IT sophomores asked their advisers about study abroad.

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IT Sophomores’ views on study abroad


IT sophomores have varying views of study abroad. 3.7% view study abroad as not an option and 27.8% feel that study abroad is not essential. 34.0% view study abroad as a desirable part of the educational experience, but unrealistic in their major. 34.6% of IT sophomores’ view study abroad as a desirable and realistic part of the educational experience.


field of study?

The importance of a second language to a professional practicing in a IT student’s primary field of study was found to be somewhat important to important. 27.8% of IT sophomores said a second language was not important (NI) for professionals practicing in their field, while 37.7% and 21.6% stated that a second language was somewhat important (SI) and important (I), respectively. 13.0% stated that a second language was very important (VI) to a professional practicing in the information technology.

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The following chart shows IT sophomores’ responses to question 3. (How important do you think the following are to professionals practicing in your primary field of study?)





11.1% (18) 28.4% (46) 31.5% (51) 29.0% (47)


3.7% (6) 24.2% (39) 41.6% (67) 30.4% (49)


5.6% (9) 8.0% (13) 29.0% (47) 57.4% (93)


The majority of IT sophomores agreed 39.5% (64) or strongly agreed 27.2% (44) that study abroad was important to their personal development. However, there were 33.3% (54) respondents that disagreed that study abroad was important to their personal development.


The majority of IT sophomores agreed 42.9% (69) and strongly agreed 23.6% (38) that study abroad would enhance their abilities to think critically and solve problems; and only 33.5% (54) disagreed.


39.4% (63) agreed and 18.8% (30) strongly agreed that study abroad would help them find a better job when they graduated. Conversely 41.9%(67) disagreed that study abroad would help them find a better job.


Finally, IT sophomores were a little more optimistic when asked about their long-term future, 44.1% (71) and 23.6% (38) agreed and strongly agreed that study abroad would enhance their lifelong career opportunities while 32.3% (52) disagreed.

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IT sophomores responded that they had an average to very good understanding of study abroad at the University: 45.7% (74) and 32.7% (53). 8.0% (13) stated that they had an excellent understanding. However, 13.6% (22) stated that they had minimal understanding of study abroad.






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11) Have you ever received a “Study Abroad in [your Major]” advising

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16) How important to you are the following factors in considering study abroad? Cost and academic concerns are important factors for IT sophomores considering study abroad.


Very Important

Most Important


6.2% (10) 27.2% (44) 54.9% (89) 11.7% (19)


5.6% (9) 20.4% (33) 62.3% (101) 11.7% (19)


1.9% (3) 10.5% (17) 34.6% (56) 53.1% (86)


11.1% (18) 18.5% (30) 30.2% (49) 40.1% (65)


15.4% (25) 32.1% (52) 38.3% (62) 14.2% (23)


19.3% (31) 26.7% (43) 35.4% (57) 18.6% (30)


22.2% (36) 29.0% (47) 37.7% (61) 11.1% (18)

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4.3% (7) 21.6% (35) 47.5% (77) 26.5 % (43)


28.4% (46) 32.7% (53) 31.5% (51) 7.4% (12)


54.1% (86) 28.9% (46) 12.6% (20) 4.4% (7)


50.0% (81) 27.2% (44) 18.5% (30) 4.3% (7)


70.2% (113) 22.4% (36) 5.6% (9) 1.9% (3)


82.1% (133) 10.5% (17) 5.6% (9) 1.9% (3)


32.1% (52) 35.2% (57) 25.9% (42) 6.8% (11)


24.4% (39) 25.0% (40) 34.4% (55) 16.3% (28)


47.2% (76) 26.1% (42) 20.5% (33) 6.2% (10)


65.4% (106) 18.5% (30) 6.8% (11) 9.3% (15)


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