College Access & Supports Survey
The purpose of the College Access and Supports Survey (CAAS) is to gather information on the types of supports students use throughout the college application process and during college or other next steps.
This survey is part of an ongoing study evaluating the impact of the Chicago Scholars program. To read more about it, please visit these resources:
Study Partnership
Funded by a grant from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) at the U.S. Department of Education, this study is being conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago in partnership with Chicago Scholars.
FAQ
After completing the survey, you will receive a $25 electronic gift card code.
Your responses will help us to understand the college and career pathways taken by individuals like you and learn more about supports needed to succeed.
We want to hear from you even if you were not selected into the Chicago Scholars program or are not currently attending or enrolled in college!
You were selected if:
- You applied to Chicago Scholars during your junior year of high school
- It has been about a year or two since your high school graduation
The survey will ask about the following:
- The college access and support services you received while in high school
- Your status on college enrollment and/or employment
- The college support services you received in college
- The high school you graduated from
- Demographic characteristics
You can skip any question you do not feel comfortable answering.
Your information will be kept confidential. We will not share your responses with anyone, including the Chicago Scholars program, however Chicago Scholars may know whether you have responded or not responded to the survey. Choosing to participate or not participate in the survey will not impact any services or supports you receive from Chicago Scholars.
The survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete.
No, participation in the survey is voluntary, but your answers are crucial for understanding the supports and services that Chicago Scholars offers and their impact on students.
