Explaining the Specific Model of Academic Satisfaction of Architectures, Based on Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)

This study investigates the factors impacting academic satisfaction among architecture students at Tabriz Islamic Art University, developing a model that captures the multidimensional nature of this construct.Adopting a descriptive correlational design, the research sampled 170 graduate students using a structured electronic questionnaire consisting of 87 items rated on a five-point Likert scale.Data analysis employed exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis to identify and validate key influencing factors.Ten critical factors were identified: personal characteristics, psychological factors, perceptions, emotional intelligence, educational services, non-educational services, environmental psychology, economic and entrepreneurship factors, personal growth, and social culture.Educational services, cultural-social factors, and emotional intelligence were found to be the most significant determinants of academic satisfaction, while economic factors had the least influence.This study highlights the need for deeper understanding academic experiences in architecture and offers practical implications for enhancing educational practices and institutional policies, serving as a vital resource for universities aiming to improve student satisfaction.