A recent survey found that Latino graduates of Hispanic-Serving Institutions with inclusive environments, strong support systems, and career services are more successful in the workforce. Conducted by Gallup and Excelencia in Education, the survey reveals how all colleges and universities can accelerate Latino student success by replicating evidence-based programs and strategies.
According to the statement, the survey, Examining Life Outcomes Among Graduates of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), marks the first time Gallup’s alumni outcomes research has focused on a specific group of HSIs.
The study surveyed graduates of a group of twelve HSIs in the Excelencia in Action Network. The HSIs included California State University, Sacramento, Texas Woman’s University, and Northeastern Illinois University among others.
These institutions were selected because of their implementation of evidence-based programs and strategies, such as mentoring, experiential learning, and actively engaged professors that have been proven to accelerate Latino student success and degree completion.
“Ensuring that Latino college students succeed and complete their degrees is critical to our national well-being as well as promoting personal life success,” said Deborah Santiago, CEO of Excelencia in Education. “This study clearly shows that by offering both academic and social support for Latino students and by creating more inclusive environments, proactive higher education institutions can equip Latino graduates with the skills, knowledge, and opportunity they need to succeed in the long-term.”
Commissioned by Excelencia in Education with the support of Strada Education Network, the report is based on 14,320 survey respondents of college graduates who received their bachelor’s degree from a member of the Excelencia Network between 2000 and 2017.
“Leaders of all postsecondary institutions should consider how to lay the groundwork for Latino student success,” said Brandon Busteed, Gallup senior partner and global head, public sector. “Wherever they are enrolled, but especially at Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Latino students benefit long-term from rich experiential learning opportunities and strong relationships with faculty, staff, and other mentors,” Busteed said.
College enrollment increased from 22% to 37% among Latino students between 2000 and 2015, with more than 65 percent of all Latino students attending Hispanic-Serving Institutions. HSIs account for 14% of all colleges and universities, the report said.
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