UCLA Diverse Learning Environments Survey (DLE)

Reports and Data

Diverse Learning Environments Survey (DLE)

Participants:		New transfer students
Content:	Demographic and background characteristics Personal skills and abilities Previous personal, social, and academic experiences Financial issues and student employment patterns Educational motivations and aspirations Expectations of college
Type of Data Collection:		Online survey

Administration Schedule:		Every four years

Background:		The Diverse Learning Environments (DLE) Survey was first administered to UCLA undergraduates during the 2011 Winter & Spring Quarters. The DLE is part of a nationwide initiative to assess the needs and advance the success of a diverse student population. The survey was developed by the Higher Education Research Institute (HERI) with the following goals in mind: Develop a greater awareness about diversity, student learning, and student success both inside and outside the classroom. Assess and develop undergraduates' skills for work and citizenship in a pluralistic democracy. Create the conditions for realizing the benefits of diversity in the learning process. Increase retention rates and also improve the assessment of retention on campuses around the country.
Survey Instrument:		2011 Survey Items