Office of Institutional Research

National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE)

What is the NSSE?

National Survey of Student Engagement

The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) is a national data collection administered by the Indiana University Center for Postsecondary Research. NSSE collects information about first-year and senior students' participation in programs and activities that institutions provide for their learning and personal development. 

2023 XU NSSE Campaign: LEAVE YOUR MARK

Xavier University has participated in NSSE every 3 years since 2004. In March 2023, over 2,500 all first-years and seniors at Xavier will be invited to participate in NSSE.

National Survey for Student Engagement

Learn more about NSSE

Check out our infographics for 2020 NSSE results 

Complete the survey and Win a Prize!

give away
  • BB RiverBoats Tickets
  • Cincinnati Art Museum Exhibit Tickets
  • Cincinnati Zoo 
  • University Bookstore gift card
  • And many more!