Using Factor Analysis To Organize Student Services

Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was used to provide an organizational framework for data collected from an entering class of students (N=1,912). Results from the EFA indicated that items on surveys could be grouped into dimensions that can be used to plan student services. Factors that emerged inc...

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Published in:Journal of college student development 2001-05, Vol.42 (3), p.272
Main Authors: Majors, Mark S, Sedlacek, William E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic readiness
Attitudes
Beliefs
College campuses
College Students
Counseling services
Data Analysis
Eigenvalues
Exploratory Factor Analysis
Factor Analysis
Higher Education
Learning
Multiculturalism & pluralism
Perceptions
Planning
Race
Religion
Self esteem
Spirituality
Statistical analysis
Student attitudes
Student Characteristics
Student Experience
Student Personnel Services
Student Surveys
Success
Trends
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Summary:Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was used to provide an organizational framework for data collected from an entering class of students (N=1,912). Results from the EFA indicated that items on surveys could be grouped into dimensions that can be used to plan student services. Factors that emerged included: Religion/Spirituality, Help Seeking, Academic Self-Concept, Cultural Tolerance, and Academic Preparedness. (Contains 21 references, 1 table, and an appendix.) (GCP)
ISSN:0897-5264
1543-3382