Introduction

At University of Holy Cross, three areas of college life are assessed: 1) student achievement, 2) academic programs, and 3) student attitudes toward the University.

The purpose of assessing student achievement is 1) to determine the students’ readiness for entrance into the University and their placement in selected courses; 2) to ascertain their degree of proficiency in English and mathematics; 3) to determine their proficiency level in individual courses; 4) to verify their level of achievement in the General Education curriculum; 5) to ascertain student learning in relation to course objectives; and 6) to verify the level of their achievements in their chosen degree programs.

The purpose of assessing student attitudes toward the University is to obtain information concerning the degree of satisfaction with degree programs and the various services offered by the University and to determine the adequacy of preparation for the workplace.