Development of the senior concerns survey: An exploratory factor analysis

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Author(s): Pistilli, M. D., Taub, D. J., & Bennett, D. E.

Citation: Pistilli, M. D., Taub, D. J., & Bennett, D. E. (2003). Development of the senior concerns survey: An exploratory factor analysis. Journal of The First-Year Experience & Students in Transition, 15(1), 39-52.

 

Abstract

The researchers created an instrument, the Senior Concerns Survey (SCS) and administered it to 100 seniors at a large, public midwestern research institution. An exploratory factor analysis revealed four areas of concern for college seniors: (a) Career Related Concerns, (b) Change and Loss Related Concerns, (c) Graduate/Professional School Related Concerns, and (d) Support Related Concerns

 

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