NSSE HIPs: Expectations versus Realizations

The NSSE data is used to examine the expectation versus realization of HIPs in the college experience. The expectations of HIPS as it pertains to adult, and online students are examined to see if the expectations of the NSSE HIPS that first-year students have are aligned with the realization of HIPs seniors have experienced. Methods on how to promote the HIPs to first-year students will be discussed, as higher expectations may tend to drive the realizations of HIPs in higher education. An increase in HIPs is known to increase engagement and graduation rates, as well as enhance the college experience.