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Transfer Students and Study Abroad: Implications for Academic Advisors

Transfer Students and Study Abroad: Implications for Academic Advisors. Katrina Anaya, M. A. Presentation Outline. Definitions and literature Campus climate sharing Graduate project findings How can we impact the climate? Transfer student personal thoughts. Definitions. Transfer student

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Transfer Students and Study Abroad: Implications for Academic Advisors

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  1. Transfer Students and Study Abroad: Implications for Academic Advisors

    Katrina Anaya, M. A.
  2. Presentation Outline Definitions and literature Campus climate sharing Graduate project findings How can we impact the climate? Transfer student personal thoughts
  3. Definitions Transfer student Native student Campus climate (Schuh & Upcraft, 2001) University University University Community College Community College Community College
  4. Why is this topic important? In a 2012 survey over 44% of college seniors report having attended more than one institution. 71% started at a community college. (National Survey of Student Engagement) Native students have an 89% greater chance of studying abroad than transfer students (McCormick, Sarraf, BrckaLorenz, Haywood, 2009) Large body of research about developmental, retention and engagement, and post-graduation benefits (Drexler & Campbell, 2011; Kuh, 2007; Raby 2008) Transfer students, especially those from community college, represent a diverse population (McCormick, et. al, 2009; Ishitani & McKitrick, 2010; Kodama, 2009)
  5. Literature Review
  6. Research Question What is the campus study abroad climatefor community college transfer students at a university? What is your campus study abroad climate like? What makes you draw this conclusion? Is it different for transfers and native students? Traditional vs. non-traditional? Full-time vs. part-time? Elements and conditions (physical & psychological) of the campus affecting students’ attitudes and beliefs about study abroad (Schuh & Upcraft, 2001).
  7. Site Description Pacific Northwest university Private, religiously affiliated Midsized, predominately white Approximately 29% of the undergraduate population enters the university as a transfer student Approximately 500 students study abroad each academic year
  8. Methodology Quantitative survey Sent via email to about 1,200 students $5 coffee gift card incentive 109 respondents Response percentages calculated & cross-tabulated Demographic analysis
  9. Sample Description: 40 Students Domestic transfers from 18 different community colleges Have not studied abroad, but are interested Majority aged 21-25 67.5% Female Majority transferred with 90 credits or more
  10. Findings Knowledge of Study Abroad 100% aware of programs, but 25% did not know transfers could participate Financial Concerns 77.5% of respondents indicated they could not afford to study abroad, although 47.5% of respondents have not looked into the cost 40% of respondents believe there is no financial aid for transfer students to study abroad
  11. Findings Planning Expectations 55% agreed they did not have enough time to plan to study abroad before graduating 45% believed it would take longer to graduate, but have not looked into study abroad programs 8 students who took the survey did study abroad, and only 1 indicated it taking longer Academic Advisor Influence 30% of respondents strongly agreed academic advisors encourage studying abroad . 10% decrease in respondents strongly agreeing when comparing to transfers who have not studied abroad and are not interested
  12. Reactions Are your surprised by these findings? Do you think they are similar to what you would find on your campus? What best practices (advising or otherwise) do you have on your campuses to facilitate transfer students studying abroad? What practices can you think of to implement? In regards to finances, faculty/staff support, matriculation, knowledge, etc.?
  13. Transfer Student Stories One of my initial thoughts before studying abroad was that I was afraid to miss out on anything happening at my home university, since I did not have as much time here as students who came in as freshmen.  However, this little thought quickly vanished when I saw all of the amazing and life-changing experiences that were available to me through study abroad.  I have no regrets, I would study abroad again if I could!  – transfer student from a Californian community college to University of Texas at Austin

  14. Transfer Student Stories

    The hardest part about the application process was the time frame. I did not find out about this until 3 weeks before the applications were due, which included current passport verification, faculty recommendations and other requirements all during midterm time. Unfortunately, my academic advisors had no part in any of this (study abroad). – student at a Texas community college intending to transfer
  15. Transfer Student Stories My academic advisor initially discouraged me from studying abroad for one-year, because she was concerned that I would not be able to graduate on time because of the credit transfer process. However, my professors encouraged me to take the opportunity. – transfer student from a Washington community college to the University of Washington While studying abroad, my advisor was extremely helpful with choosing the courses that I needed to take and going over syllabi with me before I committed to any specific classes. After studying abroad, my advisor has been excellent with checking in on me and making sure that my transition back to UT has been going smoothly. – transfer student from Austin Community College to University of Texas at Austin
  16. References Drexler, D. S., & Campbell, D. F. (2011). Student development among community college participants in study abroad programs. Community College Journal of Research and Practice, 35, 608-619. Ishitani, T. T., & McKitrick, S. A. (2010). After transfer: The engagement of community college students at a four-year collegiate institution. Community College Journal of Research and Practice, 34, 376-594. Kodama, M. C. (2002). Marginality of transfer commuter students. NASPA Journal, 39(3), 233-250. Kuh, G. D. (2007). What student engagement data tells us about college readiness. Peer Review, Winter. McCormick, A. C., Sarraf, S. A., BrckaLorenz, A., & Haywood, A. M. (2008, November). Examining the transfer student experience: Interactions with faculty, campus relationships, and overall satisfaction. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Association for Study of Higher Education, Vancouver, Canada. National Survey of Student Engagement (2012). NSSE 2012 Overview. Retrieved from: http://nsse.iub.edu/Institutional_Report/NSSE_Overview_2012.pdf Raby, R. L. (2008). Expanding education abroad at U.S. community colleges (IIE Study Abroad White Paper Series, Issue No. 3). New York, NY: Institute of International Education. Schuh, J. H., & Upcraft, M. L. (2001). Assessment practice in student affairs: An applications manual. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
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