National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)

04/07/2026

NSSE institutions attending WASC ARC 2026 are invited to connect with Jillian Kinzie, NSSE Associate Director, to discuss student engagement, postsecondary improvement, and how NSSE results can advance institutional mission, action, and impact.

Visit the NSSE booth during exhibit hours:
Wednesday, 4/8 | 5:30–7:00 pm
Thursday, 4/9 | 7:30 am–7:00 pm

03/19/2026

How can institutions use engagement data to illuminate emerging dimensions of student success?

Join Jillian Kinzie at the Higher Learning Commission’s Annual Conference, where she’ll share NSSE’s new Student Success Framework, key findings, and examples from campuses putting these insights into action.

03/04/2026

Looking to boost your response rates for the 2026 NSSE administration? We want to highlight a few examples of ways that institutions have recently found success in increasing their response rates.

Ohio University:
The university achieved a nearly 30% response rate in its 2023 NSSE administration by including embedding the survey link directly into the learning management system, promoting the survey through digital signage across campus, and refining their approach to incentives.

Northern Michigan University:
During the 2023 survey, NMU recorded response rates of 24 percent for first-year students and 30 percent for seniors. NMU explored new methods of recruitment outside of email outreach such as setting up informational tables across campus, using QR codes on digital signage, and leaning on departmental partnerships.

You can learn more about these institutions’ strategies and more by visiting our Lessons from the Field stories on our website: https://nsse.indiana.edu/support-resources/for-participating-insts/how-institutions-use-data/lessons-from-the-field/institution-examples.html.

02/18/2026

As one of the schools that helped pilot NSSE, TCU – Texas Christian University understands the central role that student belonging plays in shaping institutional identity and strategic priorities. This longstanding participation reflects a deep investment and commitment in understanding the student experience and using evidence-driven approaches to enhance these goals.

Learn how TCU uses NSSE and FSSE data to cultivate belonging and improve student experiences in our latest edition of Lessons from the Field: https://nsse.indiana.edu/support-resources/for-participating-insts/how-institutions-use-data/lessons-from-the-field/institution-examples.html

02/12/2026

Join us at the Annual Conference on The First-Year Experience in Seattle! Stop by our booth or attend one of our presenting sessions (Tuesday at 9:15 AM and Wednesday at 8 AM) to learn how you can customize the Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement and use NSSE Shorts to quickly gather undergraduate and graduate engagement data. We would love to meet with you to discuss how NSSE, BCSSE, and NSSE Shorts can improve student success on your campus. See you soon!

02/04/2026

This week we convened the National Advisory Board at the Big Ten Conference Center to chart a course for the next quarter-century of student success. We enjoyed the many conversations about advancing the future of higher education, thoughtfully integrating Artificial Intelligence into reporting and results, and ensuring we continue fostering relationships and partnerships with those in higher education. We are leaving Chicago feeling courageous, optimistic, and full of imagination for what we can accomplish together.

12/18/2025

Choose Your Own Adventure With FSSE's New Customizable Pathways!

The Faculty Survey of Student Engagement is introducing a fully modular "a la carte" survey experience for 2026. FSSE will now have a very brief core survey. Participating institutions then customize their survey by selecting four to six content-focused item modules.

Learn more from FSSE director Allison BrckaLorenz and register here: https://nsse.indiana.edu/fsse/registration-pricing/index.html.

FSSE director Allison BrckaLorenz informs FSSE stakeholders of the latest structural changes to the FSSE experience, both in pricing and in administration an...

11/13/2025

🚨 Last-minute reminder! NSSE 2026 registration closes November 17! Be part of a national effort to elevate undergraduate education through meaningful student engagement data.

Here’s why you should act now:

- 📊 Early Raw Data Access: Get your survey results as early as April to jumpstart planning.
- 🧠 Timely Topical Modules: Customize your survey with modules on mental health, career prep, civic engagement, and more.
- 📣 Flexible Recruitment Options: Choose to send survey invites from your own campus or use NSSE’s messaging system.
- 🔄 New FSSE Modular Pathways: Engage faculty with a customizable, cost-effective survey experience.

👉 Register now before the deadline: https://bit.ly/48bCLwe

Register for NSSE and/or learn more about what is new, survey participation costs, and next steps of an administration.

10/28/2025

NSSE 2026 registration has been extended until November 17th! Don’t miss your chance to participate and gain valuable insights into student engagement at your institution.

👉 Learn more and register here: https://nsse.indiana.edu/nsse/registration-pricing/index.html

Register for NSSE and/or learn more about what is new, survey participation costs, and next steps of an administration.

10/24/2025

We're looking forward to attending, presenting, and learning at the Assessment Institute in Indianapolis October 26-28. Come see us at our booth to learn about NSSE Forward and how you can still register for NSSE 2026!

10/17/2025

🚨 Final Countdown to NSSE 2026 Registration! 🚨

Time is running out—registration closes October 24! ⏳

Join nearly 1,700 institutions and 6.5 million students who’ve used NSSE to elevate undergraduate education.

Why register now?
✅ Early access to raw survey data
✅ Customizable survey options with Topical Modules
✅ Dedicated Campus Liaison support
✅ Insights that drive real change in student engagement

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 27th NSSE cycle.

🔗 Register today and secure your spot before it’s too late: http://bit.ly/3WccLdw

Register for NSSE and/or learn more about what is new, survey participation costs, and next steps of an administration.

10/09/2025

Big news! Stevens students just reported record-high satisfaction and engagement in the 2025 National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). 🥳

With strong student-faculty connections, hands-on academics and a vibrant campus life, the Stevens experience continues to raise the bar.

Learn more about the findings 👉 https://bit.ly/4mQ5qLj

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