WCU Student Constituent Groups

Sample Demographic Questions

This document provides a starting point for thinking about the groups of WCU students who might participate in an assessment or research. It also provides insight on opportunities to customize reports for specific groups. The list is organized by campus/admission status, class standing, colleges/schools and identity groups. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

Sample Demographic Menu:

IDENTITY QUESTION OPTIONS

Note: Most identity data can be pulled from PeopleSoft and merged with assessment data files, if the assessment data files include the students’ WCU email address or WCU ID number.

Age/Adult/Post-Traditional Student

What is your age? (textbox)

What is your age?

Under 18
Over 18

What is your age?

Under 18
18-22
23 or older

Are you a traditional college student (a student who is 24 years or younger)?

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Do you identify as a post-traditional college student (student who is 25 years or older)

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Gender

I would describe my gender as: (textbox)

I would describe my gender identity as: (check all that apply)

Agender
Androgynous
Bi-gender
Gender non-conforming
Genderfluid
Man
Non Binary
Questioning
Transgender man
Transgender woman
Two-spirit
Woman
I prefer not to respond
A gender identity not listed above (please describe): ________________

Reference: WCU Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy Resource List

Caregiver

Are you a caregiver for any of the following individuals: (check all that apply)

Child
Sibling
Parent
Friend
Other (please specify): ______________

Are you responsible for providing care for a child under the age of 18? (e.g., parent, step-parent, guardian, caregiver)

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Please select all the answers that represent your child care giving situation:

I do not have child care responsibilities.
I have at least 1 child who lives with me.
I have at least 1 child who does not live with me, but for whom I provide care.
Other (Please specify)

Do you provide assistance or care to a family member or friend? This could include, but is not limited to, providing care due to age or physical, mental, emotional, cognitive, behavioral or developmental challenges. Assistance can include medical care or help with everyday activities.

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Are you currently an: (check all the apply)

Adoptive parent
Biological parent
Foster parent
Guardian
Pregnant
Step parent

Sexual Identity

Reference: WCU Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy Resource List

I would describe my sexual orientation as: (textbox)

*Note this question is recommended over the one below.

I would describe my sexual orientation as: (check all that apply)

Androsexual/Androphilic
Aromantic/Aro
Asexual/Ace
Bisexual
Demisexual/Demi
Gay
Gynesexual/Gynephilic
Heterosexual
Lesbian
Pansexual/Pan
Polysexual
Queer
Questioning
I prefer not to answer
A sexual identity not listed above (please describe): _____________________

Relationship Status

Are you in a committed romantic relationship?

What is your relationship status?

Not in a relationship
In a relationship but not married/partnered
Married/partnered

Race/Ethnicity

How would you describe your racial/ethnic identity? (check all that apply) (matches MyWCU)

American Indian or Alaska Native
Asian
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Native Hawaiian
Pacific Islander
Unknown
White
A racial or ethnic identity not listed above (please describe): ___________________

Note: These are the terms used by the US Department of Education. It may also be helpful to add an option for international students.

How would you describe your racial/ethnic identity? (check all that apply)

African/Caribbean
Alaska Native
American Indian
Asian/Asian American
Black/African American
Latina/o/x
Middle Eastern
Native Hawaiian
Pacific Islander
Southeast Asian
White/Caucasian
Unknown
I prefer not to respond
A racial/ethnic identity not listed above (if you wish, please specify)

Citizenship

Note: WCU does not collect information on undocumented students.

Are you an international student studying at WCU?

Disability

Do you have a disability that impacts your learning, working or living activities?

Yes
No
I don’t know
Prefer not to answer

I have a disability (e.g., brain injury, chronic disease, hearing, learning, mental health, physical/mobility, speech/communication, visual, etc.)

Yes
No
I don’t know
Prefer not to answer

Which of the following conditions listed below impact your learning, working, or living activities? (Mark all that apply)

Acquired/Traumatic Brain Injury
Chronic Diagnosis or Medical Condition (e.g. Lupus, Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, etc.)
Hearing impaired or Complete Loss of hearing
Learning Disability
Aspergers/Autism Spectrum
Attention Deficit Disorder
Dyslexia
Hyperactivity Disorder
Mental Health/Psychological Condition
Physical/Mobility condition that affects walking
Physical/Mobility condition that does not affect walking
Speech/Communication Disorder
Visually impaired or Complete Loss of Vision
A disability not listed here (please specify)
I have none of the listed conditions
I don’t know
I prefer not to answer

Do you have any of the following long-lasting conditions of difficulties?

Blindness or serious visual impairment

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Deafness or serious hearing impairment

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

A difficulty with basic or complex physical abilities

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

A disability that affects learning, remembering, or concentrating

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

An intellectual disability

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

A psychological or emotional disability

Yes
No
Prefer not to answer

Religion

Do you practice or identify with a religion or spiritualty?

What is your religion or spirituality?

Buddhist
Christian (Catholic protestant or any other Christian denominations)
Confucianism
Hindu
Jewish
Muslim
Shinto
Sikh
Taoism
Unaffiliated
My religion/spirituality is not listed above (please describe): ____________

Veteran

*Note: An individual cannot be required to report their veteran status per federal policies and guidelines

Are you a U.S. Veteran?

Yes (please specify your branch):
No
Prefer Not to Answer

Which GI Bill education benefit you are receiving?

Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 Veteran or Dependent)
Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation)
Chapter 1606 (MGIB/SR)
Chapter 30 (MGIB/AD)
Chapter 35 (Dependents/DEA)
Other (please describe): _________________________
None

Are you a dependent of a veteran?

First Generation

What is the highest level of education completed by any of your parents/guardians?

(For example, if one of your parents/guardians earned a high school diploma and another parent/guardian earned a bachelor’s degree, select “Completed a bachelor’s degree.”)

No schooling
Elementary school
Middle school
High school
Attended college but did not earn a certificate or degree
Completed a certificate
Completed an associate’s degree
Completed a bachelor’s degree
Completed a graduate or advanced degree

Socioeconomic Status

Have you received a Pell grant to help pay for college?

Yes
No
I don’t know

Employment

What is your current employment status? (check all that apply)

Working full time for pay
Working part time for pay
Working without pay
Seeking employment
Not working due to a disability
Not working and not seeking employment
Retired
Homemaker
Other (please specify): _____________

Do you work at WCU?

Where do you work?

Entirely on-site/in person
Entirely remote
Hybrid – both on site and remote

Living Arrangements

Do you live:

On campus
Off campus in the Borough of West Chester
Outside the Borough of West Chester
None of the Above

Do you live: (check all that apply)

Alone
With a significant partner
With family member(s)
With friend(s)
With roommate(s)/suitemates
Other (please describe): ____________________

How many individuals live in your household?

1 (me)
2-3
4-5
6-7
8 or more

ACADEMIC QUESTION OPTIONS

Note: All of the academic information can be pulled from PeopleSoft and merged into assessment data files, if the assessment data files already have the students’ WCU email address or WCU ID number.

Student Status

I am a:

Undergraduate student
Graduate student
Non-degree student

I am pursuing a(n):

Undergraduate non-degree coursework
Bachelor’s degree
Post-Baccalaureate certificate or teaching certificate
Graduate non-degree coursework
Master’s degree
Post-Master’s certificate
Doctoral degree

I transferred to West Chester University from another college, university, or community college.

West Chester University is the first college/university I attended.

I am enrolled:

Full-time
Part-time
Other (please describe): ________________

Campus

I take my classes in the following places:

Delaware County Community College
Exton Campus
Graduate Center
On-line
Philadelphia Campus
West Chester Campus

College/School

Which college/school(s) are you enrolled in? (check all that apply)

College of Arts and Humanities
College of Health Sciences
College of Business and Public Management
College of the Sciences and Mathematics
College of Education and Social Work
Honors College
University College
Wells School of Music

Academic Standing

Are you a:

First-year undergraduate student
Second-year undergraduate student
Third-year undergraduate student
Fourth-year undergraduate student
Undergraduate student for more than four years
Graduate student
Non-degree student
Other (please specify): _____________

How many semesters have you been at WCU? (textbox)

Major

I have chosen a program(s) to major in.

Yes
Yes, but I am thinking about changing.
No, I am in Exploratory Studies.

My major is: (check all that apply)

· (insert list)

ENGAGEMENT QUESTION OPTIONS

During the past year, have you participated in any of the following clubs/organizations: (check all that apply)

Athletic team
Club Sports
Fraternity
Intramurals
Sorority

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