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Results of the

Graduate Outcomes Survey

for the Publicly Funded

Post-Secondary Institutions’

Class of 2015/2016

Prepared by:

Graduate Outcomes Survey – Publicly-Funded Post-Secondary - Class of 2015/2016

Prepared by CCI Research Inc. ..................................................................................................................... 2

Executive Summary

Introduction

Every two years, Alberta Advanced Education (AE) commissions a survey of post-secondary graduates in

order to collect information that will inform strategic planning and results reporting regarding graduate

demographics, satisfaction, financing of education, outcomes, and changes over time.

CCI Research began work on the AE Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) for the class of 2015/2016 in December

2017. The GOS instrument was based on previous years’ surveys, with changes made after reviews by CCI

Research Analysts and approval from AE. The online and telephone survey tools were programmed by the in-

house CCI Research Information Technology staff based on these approved survey documents.

The administration period began on January 5th, 2018. A pre-test was conducted before launching the survey

in full and up to three email reminders were sent to all graduates with a valid, available email address. By

April 30th, more than 40,000 graduates from public institutions had been invited to participate in the survey

and a total of 16,687 surveys were completed for a gross response rate of 40.1%.

Demographics

Administrative data and responses collected from the survey were used in combination to determine the

demographic profile of graduates who responded to the survey:

• Just over half of all graduates who responded to the GOS had been living in Calgary or Edmonton when they first applied for post-secondary studies. Additionally, 14% were from another Canadian province or territory, and 4% were from another country.

• Almost two out of three graduates were female, and this proportion appeared to be higher than in the past two survey iterations1. However, the ratio of females to males tended to vary by field of study, with higher proportions of males in the fields of Architecture, Engineering and Related Technologies and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences.

• The average age of graduates was 29, and the median was 26 years of age with most being between 23 and 30 years of age. Graduates of doctoral degree programs tended to be older, with more than half being between 31 and 40 years of age.

• About three-quarters of graduates were single (never married) when they started their post-secondary program and a similar proportion did not have dependents when they started their post-secondary program.

• Only 5% of graduates indicated that they self-identify as an Aboriginal person and 4% of graduates indicated that they self-identified as a person with a disability when they started their program.

To gain a better understanding of the graduates’ motivations, they were also asked what main factor led

them to enroll in their program. Commonly reported factors included wanting to work in their field of study

because of the reputation, income, or interest.

1 While absolute numbers indicate an increase, this change was not tested for statistical significance.



Satisfaction

Graduates were generally positive about the extent to which their post-secondary education helped them to

gain or develop skills. When asked to rate the extent to which their program helped them build their skills,

with one indicating ‘not at all’ and five indicating ‘great extent’, at least half of graduates gave a rating of four

out of five or higher for each listed ability. The only exception was mathematical skills (rated four out of five

or higher by 41%). Additionally, more than three-quarters of graduates gave one of the top two ratings for

the extent to which their post-secondary education helped them develop their ability to learn independently,

their ability to work independently, and their critical thinking skills.

Overall, approximately nine out of ten graduates were satisfied with the quality of teaching in their program,

the quality of their program, and the overall quality of their educational experience. Four out of five graduates

indicated that they ‘agree’ or ‘strongly agree’ their post-secondary education program was worth the

financial cost. It is notable that the perceptions of program value correlated with reported current annual

income.

While 2015/2016 graduates commonly indicated a high level of satisfaction with the quality and value of their

post-secondary program, they were somewhat less likely to do so than the graduates of 2013/2014 had been

in the previous survey iteration.

Financing of Post-Secondary Education

Information was also collected to better understand the sources of financing that graduates used to fund

their post-secondary education:

• Almost half of graduates reported receiving government-sponsored student loans, with an average debt of about $27,000 at graduation, and an average (previous) monthly re-payment of about $370.

• Two-thirds of graduates overall indicated that they received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, with a median amount received of $4,000. However, approximately nine out of ten doctoral degree graduates indicated that they received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, with a median amount received of about $85,000.

• Half of graduates indicated receiving family assistance or loans, with an average amount received of about $16,100 and an average amount to be repaid at graduation of about $2,400, or about $10,300 when those who reported having to repay $0 were excluded.

• Almost a quarter of graduates reported receiving non-government loans from financial institutions for education-related expenses, with an average amount owing in non-government loans at graduation of about $15,700.

Altogether, just over half of graduates indicated receiving either or both government-sponsored loans and

non-government-sponsored loans from financial institutions. Compared to previous years, the proportion of

graduates receiving government-sponsored loans appears to be trending up.

Transitions

Nearly half of graduates had completed some form of post-secondary prior to the program that they

graduated from in 2015/2016, and less than half of those graduates received transfer credits or advanced



standing for courses they had taken at other institutions. Overall, more than four out of five graduates who

received transfer credits indicated that they were satisfied with the transfer credit that they received.

When asked if they were currently enrolled as a student, about a quarter of the 2015/2016 graduates

indicated they were. About three-quarters of those currently enrolled as a student were enrolled in Alberta,

a similar proportion were enrolled in full-time studies, and two out of five were working towards a graduate

degree. As compared to previous years, the proportion of graduates who have enrolled as a student after

their program appears to have increased.

Another post-graduation transition that was examined was the relocation of graduates following their

program. About three out of ten graduates had relocated since graduation, with just over half relocating

within Alberta.

Outcomes

The employment rate of 2015/2016 graduates in the workforce was 93% at the time of the survey, which is

within the range of results that have been observed for graduates in previous years.

In total, approximately three-quarters of graduates were employed, 19% of graduates were enrolled in

full-time studies, 5% were unemployed and looking for work, and 2% were not employed and not looking for

work. Close to one out of ten graduates who indicated that they were employed reported being

self-employed, about three-quarters were employed in permanent positions, and about half had been at

their current position for between one and three years.

A large majority of graduates indicated that they had obtained full-time employment, or the equivalent to

full-time employment within a year of graduating. On average, graduates who had not previously had their

job while in school and who found a job within two years of graduating, did so approximately five months

after graduation. Graduates who took longer than six months tended to indicate that the challenges which

most impacted their ability to find employment were a lack of experience or a lack of jobs, either in their field

of study or near their place of residence.

Graduates who were not looking for a job most often reported that they were not looking because of personal

or family reasons. Graduates who had a job but were looking for a new one frequently mentioned

compensation and benefits, wanting a job related to their field of study, wanting permanent or full-time

employment, or achieving personal or career goals among their reasons for seeking a new job.

On average, employed graduates reported earning about $59,400 annually, with half indicating they made

$52,000 or more annually. After taking inflation into account, the average annual income reported by

2015/2016 graduates was about $4,000 lower based on 2018 dollar values compared to the average annual

income reported by 2013/2014 graduates.

More than half of graduates reported that their current main job was ‘very related’ to the program from

which they graduated in 2015/2016. Similarly, more than half of graduates indicated that the subject-area

knowledge they acquired during their program was ‘very related’ to their current job and about three out of

five indicated that the general skills and abilities they acquired were ‘very related’ to their job.



Table of Contents

1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 17

2 Methodology ..................................................................................................................................... 18

3 Analysis .............................................................................................................................................. 21

4 Sample Demographics ........................................................................................................................ 23

4.1 Location ...................................................................................................................................24

4.2 Gender ....................................................................................................................................28

4.3 Age ..........................................................................................................................................32

4.4 Marital Status ..........................................................................................................................39

4.5 Number of Dependents ...........................................................................................................44

4.6 Aboriginal Status ......................................................................................................................48

4.7 Disability Status .......................................................................................................................59

4.8 Participation in Work Experience .............................................................................................65

4.9 Main Factor that Led to Enrolling in Program for a Sample of Graduates ..................................70

4.10 Historic Demographics .............................................................................................................74

5 Satisfaction ........................................................................................................................................ 80

5.1 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education ........................81

5.2 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching ..........................................................................87

5.3 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Program ...........................................................................91

5.4 Student Satisfaction with Overall Education Experience ...........................................................95

5.5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis of Post-Secondary Education ..................................................99

5.6 Historic Satisfaction ...............................................................................................................106

6 Government-Sponsored Loans ......................................................................................................... 115

6.1 Number of Graduates with Government-Sponsored Student Loans .......................................116

6.2 Amount of Government-Sponsored Student Loans ................................................................121

6.3 Payment Amount for Government-Sponsored Student Loans ................................................133

7 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received .................................................................................. 145

7.1 Number of Graduates with Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries ............................................146

7.2 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries .....................................................................151

8 Family Assistance or Loans ............................................................................................................... 163

8.1 Number of Graduates with Family Assistance and Loans ........................................................164

8.2 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans .................................................................................169

8.3 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans to be Repaid ............................................................181



9 Non-Government Loans ................................................................................................................... 193

9.1 Number of Graduates with Non-Government Loans...............................................................194

9.2 Amount of Non-Government Loans .......................................................................................199

9.3 Historic Financing ..................................................................................................................211

10 Transitions ....................................................................................................................................... 217

10.1 Transfer Credits .....................................................................................................................218

10.2 Continuing Post-Secondary Education ....................................................................................223

10.3 Relocation since Graduation ..................................................................................................236

10.4 Historic Transitions ................................................................................................................243

11 Outcomes ........................................................................................................................................ 247

11.1 Employment ..........................................................................................................................248

11.2 Income ..................................................................................................................................273

11.3 Relatedness of Education and Current Employment ...............................................................280

11.4 Historic Outcomes .................................................................................................................286

12 Appendix .......................................................................................................................................... 296



Table of Figures

Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................................... 5

1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 17

2 Methodology ..................................................................................................................................... 18

Table 2-1 Sample Statistics by Sector ..............................................................................................19

Table 2-2 Sample Statistics by Field of Study ..................................................................................19

Table 2-3 Sample Statistics by Credential Type ...............................................................................20

3 Analysis .............................................................................................................................................. 21

4 Sample Demographics ........................................................................................................................ 23

4.1 Location ............................................................................................................................................. 24

Figure 4.1-1 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education ................................................................24

Figure 4.1-2 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Sector ................................................25

Figure 4.1-3 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study ....................................26

Figure 4.1-4 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type .................................27

4.2 Gender ............................................................................................................................................... 28

Figure 4.2-1 Gender ........................................................................................................................28

Figure 4.2-2 Gender by Sector .........................................................................................................29

Figure 4.2-3 Gender by Field of Study .............................................................................................30

Figure 4.2-4 Gender by Credential Type ..........................................................................................31

4.3 Age .................................................................................................................................................... 32

Figure 4.3-1 Age of Graduates .........................................................................................................32

Figure 4.3-2 Age by Sector...............................................................................................................33

Figure 4.3-3 Average Age by Sector .................................................................................................34

Figure 4.3-4 Age of Graduates by Field of Study..............................................................................35

Figure 4.3-5 Average Age of Graduates by Field of Study ................................................................36

Figure 4.3-6 Age by Credential Type ................................................................................................37

Figure 4.3-7 Average Age by Credential Type ..................................................................................38

4.4 Marital Status..................................................................................................................................... 39

Figure 4.4-1 Marital Status of Graduates ........................................................................................39

Figure 4.4-2 Marital Status by Sector ..............................................................................................40

Figure 4.4-3 Marital Status by Field of Study...................................................................................41

Figure 4.4-4 Marital Status by Credential Type ...............................................................................42



Figure 4.4-5 Marital Status by Age ..................................................................................................43

4.5 Number of Dependents ...................................................................................................................... 44

Figure 4.5-1 Number of Dependents ...............................................................................................44

Figure 4.5-2 Number of Dependents by Sector ...............................................................................45

Figure 4.5-3 Number of Dependents by Field of Study ....................................................................46

Figure 4.5-4 Number of Dependents by Credential Type ................................................................47

4.6 Aboriginal Status ................................................................................................................................ 48

Figure 4.6-1 Aboriginal Status of Graduates ....................................................................................48

Figure 4.6-2 Aboriginal Identity of Graduates .................................................................................50

Figure 4.6-3 Sector Enrollment by Aboriginal Status .......................................................................51

Figure 4.6-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Sector .........................52

Figure 4.6-5 Field of Study Enrollment by Aboriginal Status ...........................................................53

Figure 4.6-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Field of Study ..............54

Figure 4.6-7 Credential Enrollment by Aboriginal Status .................................................................55

Figure 4.6-8 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Credential Type ..........56

Figure 4.6-9 Age by Aboriginal Status .............................................................................................57

Figure 4.6-10 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Age ...........................58

4.7 Disability Status .................................................................................................................................. 59

Figure 4.7-1 Disability Status ...........................................................................................................59

Figure 4.7-2 Type of Disability .........................................................................................................60

Figure 4.7-3 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability .................61

Figure 4.7-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Sector..62

Figure 4.7-5 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Field of

Study...............................................................................................................................................63

Figure 4.7-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by

Credential Type ...............................................................................................................................64

4.8 Participation in Work Experience........................................................................................................ 65

Figure 4.8-1 Participation in Work Experience ................................................................................65

Figure 4.8-2 Type of Related Work Experience ...............................................................................66

Figure 4.8-3 Participation in Work Experience by Sector ................................................................67

Figure 4.8-4 Participation in Work Experience by Field of Study .....................................................68

Figure 4.8-5 Participation in Work Experience by Credential Type .................................................69

4.9 Main Factor that Led to Enrolling in Program for a Sample of Graduates ............................................ 70

Figure 4.9-1 Main Factor that Led to Enrollment for a Sample of Graduates ..................................70



4.10 Historic Demographics ....................................................................................................................... 74

Figure 4.10-1 Historic Gender Distribution by Field of Study...........................................................76

Figure 4.10-2 Historic Gender Distribution by Credential Type .......................................................77

Figure 4.10-3 Historic Age Distribution by Field of Study ................................................................78

Figure 4.10-4 Historical Age Distribution by Credential Type ..........................................................79

5 Satisfaction ........................................................................................................................................ 80

5.1 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education .................................. 81

Figure 5.1-1 Total Satisfaction with Skills Knowledge and Abilities Developed Through Post-

Secondary Education ......................................................................................................................81

Figure 5.1-2 Summarized Ratings of the Extent to which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were

Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education ................................................................................83

Figure 5.1-3 Detailed Ratings of the Extent to Which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were

Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education ................................................................................84

Figure 5.1-4 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education by Area

of Study ..........................................................................................................................................86

5.2 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching ..................................................................................... 87

Figure 5.2-1 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching ..........................................................................87

Figure 5.2-2 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Sector ..........................................................88

Figure 5.2-3 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Field of Study ...............................................89

Figure 5.2-4 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Credential Type ...........................................90

5.3 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Program ..................................................................................... 91

Figure 5.3-1 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program ....................................................................91

Figure 5.3-2 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Sector .....................................................92

Figure 5.3-3 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Field of Study .........................................93

Figure 5.3-4 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Credential Type ......................................94

5.4 Student Satisfaction with Overall Education Experience ..................................................................... 95

Figure 5.4-1 Overall Quality of Educational Experience ..................................................................95

Figure 5.4-2 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector ...................................................96

Figure 5.4-3 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study .......................................97

Figure 5.4-4 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type ....................................98

5.5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis of Post-Secondary Education ............................................................ 99

Figure 5.5-1 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis ..................................................................................99

Figure 5.5-2 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector.................................................................101

Figure 5.5-3 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study .....................................................102


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Figure 5.5-4 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type ..................................................103

Figure 5.5-5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Loans ........................................................104

Figure 5.5-6 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Income ......................................................105

5.6 Historic Satisfaction .......................................................................................................................... 106

Figure 5.6-1 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector ........108

Figure 5.6-2 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study

......................................................................................................................................................109

Figure 5.6-3 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type

......................................................................................................................................................110

Figure 5.6-4 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector ....................................................112

Figure 5.6-5 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study ........................................113

Figure 5.6-6 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type .....................................114

6 Government-Sponsored Loans ......................................................................................................... 115

6.1 Number of Graduates with Government-Sponsored Student Loans .................................................. 116

Figure 6.1-1 Government-Sponsored Loans ..................................................................................116

Figure 6.1-2 Government-Sponsored Loans by Sector ..................................................................118

Figure 6.1-3 Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study .......................................................119

Figure 6.1-4 Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type ...................................................120

6.2 Amount of Government-Sponsored Student Loans ........................................................................... 121

Figure 6.2-1 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans ................................................................121

Figure 6.2-2 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans ..................................................123

Figure 6.2-3 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of by Sector ............................................124

Figure 6.2-4 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector

......................................................................................................................................................125

Figure 6.2-5 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector ........126

Figure 6.2-6 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study .....................................127

Figure 6.2-7 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of

Study.............................................................................................................................................128

Figure 6.2-8 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study

......................................................................................................................................................129

Figure 6.2-9 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type..................................130

Figure 6.2-10 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by

Credential Type .............................................................................................................................131

Figure 6.2-11 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential

Type ..............................................................................................................................................132



6.3 Payment Amount for Government-Sponsored Student Loans ........................................................... 133

Figure 6.3-1 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month ...........133

Figure 6.3-2 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month

......................................................................................................................................................135

Figure 6.3-3 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Sector

......................................................................................................................................................136

Figure 6.3-4 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates

by Sector .......................................................................................................................................137

Figure 6.3-5 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by

Sector ...........................................................................................................................................138

Figure 6.3-6 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Field of

Study.............................................................................................................................................139


by Field of Study ...........................................................................................................................140

Figure 6.3-8 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field

of Study ........................................................................................................................................141

Figure 6.3-9 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by

Credential Type .............................................................................................................................142


by Credential Type ........................................................................................................................143

Figure 6.3-11 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by

Credential Type .............................................................................................................................144

7 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received .................................................................................. 145

7.1 Number of Graduates with Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries ...................................................... 146

Figure 7.1-1 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received ..........................................................146

Figure 7.1-2 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector ..........................................148

Figure 7.1-3 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study ...............................149

Figure 7.1-4 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type ...........................150

7.2 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries ............................................................................... 151

Figure 7.2-1 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received ........................................151

Figure 7.2-2 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received ..........................153

Figure 7.2-3 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector ........................154

Figure 7.2-4 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic

Graduates by Sector .....................................................................................................................155

Figure 7.2-5 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by

Sector ...........................................................................................................................................156



Figure 7.2-6 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study .............157

Figure 7.2-7 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic

Graduates by Field of Study ..........................................................................................................158

Figure 7.2-8 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by

Field of Study ................................................................................................................................159

Figure 7.2-9 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type .........160

Figure 7.2-10 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic

Graduates by Credential Type .......................................................................................................161

Figure 7.2-11 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates


8 Family Assistance or Loans ............................................................................................................... 163

8.1 Number of Graduates with Family Assistance and Loans .................................................................. 164

Figure 8.1-1 Family Assistance or Loans ........................................................................................164

Figure 8.1-2 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Sector ..........166

Figure 8.1-3 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study

......................................................................................................................................................167

Figure 8.1-4 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type

......................................................................................................................................................168

8.2 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans ........................................................................................... 169

Figure 8.2-1 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans ......................................................................169

Figure 8.2-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans ........................................................171

Figure 8.2-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Sector ......................................................172

Figure 8.2-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by

Sector ...........................................................................................................................................173

Figure 8.2-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Sector

......................................................................................................................................................174

Figure 8.2-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study ...........................................175

Figure 8.2-7 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by

Field of Study ................................................................................................................................176

Figure 8.2-8 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Field of

Study.............................................................................................................................................177

Figure 8.2-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type .......................................178

Figure 8.2-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Domestic Graduates by Credential

Type ..............................................................................................................................................179

Figure 8.2-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by All Graduates by Credential Type

......................................................................................................................................................180



8.3 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans to be Repaid ....................................................................... 181

Figure 8.3-1 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid .................................................181

Figure 8.3-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid ...................................183

Figure 8.3-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Sector .................................184

Figure 8.3-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates

by Sector .......................................................................................................................................185

Figure 8.3-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by

Sector ...........................................................................................................................................186

Figure 8.3-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Field of Study ......................187

Figure 8.3-7 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by

Field of Study ................................................................................................................................188

Figure 8.3-8 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Field of

Study.............................................................................................................................................189

Figure 8.3-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Credential Type...................190

Figure 8.3-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates


Figure 8.3-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by

Credential Type .............................................................................................................................192

9 Non-Government Loans ................................................................................................................... 193

9.1 Number of Graduates with Non-Government Loans ......................................................................... 194

Figure 9.1-1 Non-Government Loans ............................................................................................194

Figure 9.1-2 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Sector .............196

Figure 9.1-3 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Field of Study ..197

Figure 9.1-4 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Credential Type

......................................................................................................................................................198

9.2 Amount of Non-Government Loans .................................................................................................. 199

Figure 9.2-1 Amount of Non-Government Loans ..........................................................................199

Figure 9.2-2 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans ............................................................201

Figure 9.2-3 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Sector ...........................................................202

Figure 9.2-4 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector ........203

Figure 9.2-5 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Sector ..................204

Figure 9.2-6 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Field of Study ...............................................205

Figure 9.2-7 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study 206

Figure 9.2-8 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study ...........207

Figure 9.2-9 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Credential Type ............................................208



Figure 9.2-10 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential

Type ..............................................................................................................................................209

Figure 9.2-11 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type..210

9.3 Historic Financing ............................................................................................................................. 211

Figure 9.3-1 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Sector .....................212

Figure 9.3-2 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Field of Study .........213

Figure 9.3-3 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Credential Type ......214

Figure 9.3-4 Median Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation...........215

Figure 9.3-5 Average Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation ..........216

10 Transitions ....................................................................................................................................... 217

10.1 Transfer Credits ................................................................................................................................ 218

Figure 10.1-1 Graduates with Prior Post-Secondary Experience ...................................................218

Figure 10.1-2 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Sector ..................................................................219

Figure 10.1-3 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Field of Study ......................................................220

Figure 10.1-4 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Credential Type ...................................................221

Figure 10.1-5 Satisfaction with Transfer Credits ...........................................................................221

10.2 Continuing Post-Secondary Education .............................................................................................. 223

Figure 10.2-1 Current Enrollment..................................................................................................223

Figure 10.2-2 Location of Current Enrollment ...............................................................................224

Figure 10.2-3 Current Enrollment by Sector ..................................................................................225

Figure 10.2-4 Current Enrollment by Field of Study ......................................................................226

Figure 10.2-5 Current Enrollment by Credential Type ...................................................................227

Figure 10.2-6 Full-Time or Part-Time Enrollment ..........................................................................227

Figure 10.2-7 Full-Time or Part-Time by Sector .............................................................................229

Figure 10.2-8 Full-Time or Part-Time by Field of Study .................................................................230

Figure 10.2-9 Full-Time or Part-Time by Credential Type ..............................................................231

Figure 10.2-10 Credential Type of Current Enrollment ..................................................................232

Figure 10.2-11 Credential of Current Enrollment by Sector ...........................................................233

Figure 10.2-12 Credential of Current Enrollment by Field of Study ...............................................234

Figure 10.2-13 Credential of Current Enrollment by Credential Type ............................................235

10.3 Relocation since Graduation ............................................................................................................. 236

Figure 10.3-1 Relocation since Graduation ...................................................................................236

Figure 10.3-2 Relocation since Graduation by Sector ....................................................................238

Figure 10.3-3 Area of Relocation by Sector ...................................................................................239



Figure 10.3-4 Relocation since Graduation by Field of Study ........................................................240

Figure 10.3-5 Area of Relocation by Field of Study .......................................................................241

Figure 10.3-6 Relocation since Graduation by Credential Type .....................................................242

Figure 10.3-7 Area of Relocation by Credential Type ....................................................................242

10.4 Historic Transitions........................................................................................................................... 243

Figure 10.4-1 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Sector .......................244

Figure 10.4-2 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study ............245

Figure 10.4-3 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type ........246

11 Outcomes ........................................................................................................................................ 247

11.1 Employment ..................................................................................................................................... 248

Figure 11.1-1 Employment Rate of Graduates in the Workforce ...................................................248

Figure 11.1-2 Employment Rate by Sector ....................................................................................250

Figure 11.1-3 Employment Rate by Field of Study.........................................................................251

Figure 11.1-4 Employment Rate by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ...........................................................252

Figure 11.1-5 Employment Rate by Credential Type .....................................................................253

Figure 11.1-6 Graduate Labour Force Status Distribution .............................................................253

Figure 11.1-7 Labour Force Status by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ........................................................254

Figure 11.1-8 Labour Force Status by Age .....................................................................................255

Figure 11.1-9 Time to Full-time Employment ................................................................................256

Figure 11.1-10 Time to Full-time Employment by Sector ..............................................................257

Figure 11.1-11 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Sector ................................................258

Figure 11.1-12 Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study ...................................................259

Figure 11.1-13 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study .....................................260

Figure 11.1-14 Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields .....................................261

Figure 11.1-15 Average Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields .......................261

Figure 11.1-16 Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type ...............................................262

Figure 11.1-17 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type..................................263

Figure 11.1-18 Challenges to Finding Employment .......................................................................264

Figure 11.1-19 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Sector ............................................265

Figure 11.1-20 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Field of Study.................................266

Figure 11.1-21 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ...................267

Figure 11.1-22 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Credential Type .............................267

Figure 11.1-23 Main Reason for Not Looking for a Job..................................................................268



Figure 11.1-24 Main Reason for Looking for a Job ........................................................................269

Figure 11.1-25 Rate of Self-Employed Graduates in the Workforce ..............................................270

Figure 11.1-26 Length of Current Employment .............................................................................271

Figure 11.1-27 Type of Employment .............................................................................................272

11.2 Income ............................................................................................................................................. 273

Figure 11.2-1 Income Distribution .................................................................................................273

Figure 11.2-2 Total Income by Demographics ...............................................................................275

Figure 11.2-3 Average Total Income by Demographics .................................................................276

Figure 11.2-4 Average Total Income by Sector ..............................................................................277

Figure 11.2-5 Average Total Income by Field of Study ..................................................................278

Figure 11.2-6 Average Total Income by Credential Type ...............................................................279

11.3 Relatedness of Education and Current Employment ......................................................................... 280

Figure 11.3-1 Education Relatedness to the Workplace ................................................................280

Figure 11.3-2 Program Related to Employment by Sector ............................................................282

Figure 11.3-3 Program Related to Employment by Field of Study .................................................283

Figure 11.3-4 Program Related to Employment by Credential Type..............................................284

Figure 11.3-5 Education Requirement for Current Employment ...................................................285

11.4 Historic Outcomes ............................................................................................................................ 286

Figure 11.4-1 Historic Employment Rate .......................................................................................287

Figure 11.4-2 Historic Employment Rate by Sector .......................................................................288

Figure 11.4-3 Historic Employment Rate by Field of Study ...........................................................289

Figure 11.4-4 Historic Employment Rate by Credential Type ........................................................290

Figure 11.4-5 Historical Labour Status by Sector ...........................................................................292

Figure 11.4-6 Historic Labour Status by Field of Study ..................................................................293

Figure 11.4-7 Historic Labour Status by Credential Type ...............................................................294

Figure 11.4-8 Historic Average Income .........................................................................................295

12 Appendix .......................................................................................................................................... 296


Introduction


1 Introduction

Every two years, Alberta Advanced Education (AE) commissions a survey of post-secondary graduates from

credit parchment programs (programs offering certificates, diplomas or degrees after successful completion

of the program), called the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS). Surveys are completed approximately two

years after graduation. Graduates have the option of completing the GOS either online or over the telephone.

The objectives of the GOS are to collect information that is then used to inform strategic planning and results

reporting, both for the Province and for institutions in the Province. The specific objectives of the GOS are to:

• Determine post-secondary graduates’ satisfaction with their post-secondary education experiences,

• Explore graduates’ employment outcomes,

• Understand how students finance their education,

• Describe the demographic profile of graduates from different fields of study, and

• Maintain historical comparisons with surveys from previous years.

This collaborative project of data collection of research reflects AE’s continued commitment to ensure that

the post-secondary system enables the success of Albertans through education and enhanced employability

through lifelong learning. The survey findings from this research project will continue to help inform strategic

planning and results reporting for both the Province and for institutions in the Province.

In December 2017, CCI Research Inc. (CCI Research) was contacted by AE to conduct the GOS survey with the

2015/2016 academic year graduates from credit parchment programs from publicly funded post-secondary

institutions, excluding the Banff Centre.


Methodology


2 Methodology

Based on previous instruments, AE and CCI Research prepared a survey instrument aimed at assessing

outcomes such as graduate satisfaction, how graduates finance their education, and employment status and

compensation.

A copy of the complete survey instrument can be found in the Appendix.

The target population included alumni who had graduated from publicly funded Alberta post-secondary

institutions in 2015/2016. A total of 25 publicly funded post-secondary institutions participated in the project,

including:

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities

Athabasca University

University of Alberta

University of Calgary

University of Lethbridge

Teaching Universities

Grant MacEwan University

Mount Royal University

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions

Alberta College of Art and Design

Polytechnical Institutions

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Independent Academic Institutions

Ambrose University

Burman University

Concordia University of Edmonton

The King’s University

St. Mary’s University

Comprehensive Community Colleges

Bow Valley College

Grande Prairie Regional College

Keyano College

Lakeland College

Lethbridge College

Medicine Hat College

NorQuest College

Northern Lakes College

Olds College

Portage College

Red Deer College

AE and post-secondary institutions provided CCI Research with contact information which was used to invite

graduates to participate in the survey.

In order to achieve accuracy targets by institution, field of study, credential, and program, a detailed sampling

plan was developed by AE. Publicly-funded institutions with fewer than 1,500 graduates were surveyed using

a census approach, while institutions with 1,500 graduates or more were surveyed using a stratified

sampling2.

The data required for stratification was included as part of the contact information that was provided.

Information about the final survey sample compared to the population by sector, field of study, and

credential type is provided in Tables 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3.

2 More details about the stratified sample plan and accuracy targets are provided in the Graduate Outcomes Survey Technical Report.


Methodology


Table 2-1 Sample Statistics by Sector

Sector Population

*

Proportion (%) of

Population

Completed Survey Sample

Proportion (%) of

Sample

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities 18,751 45% 7,535 45%

Polytechnic Institutions 9,133 22% 3,370 20%

Comprehensive Community Colleges 7,620 18% 3,277 20%

Teaching Universities 5,085 12% 2,015 12%

Independent Academic Institutions 812 2% 400 2%

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions 195 0% 90 1%

Total 41,596 100% 16,687 100%

*Includes each graduate only once; duplicates were removed from the population count here and prior to survey

fielding.

Table 2-2 Sample Statistics by Field of Study

Field of Study

By CIP Group3

Population*

Proportion (%) of

Population

Completed Survey Sample

Proportion (%) of

Sample

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation 1,246 3% 598 4%

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies 6,288 15% 2,439 15%

Business, Management and Public Administration 9,040 22% 3,183 19%

Education 2,710 7% 1,108 7%

Health and Related Fields 9,314 22% 3,946 24%

Humanities 1,377 3% 571 3%

Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences 1,247 3% 452 3%

Personal, Protective and Transportation Services 1,132 3% 472 3%

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies 2,424 6% 993 6%

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law 5,374 13% 2,252 13%

Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies

1,363 3% 631 4%

Other4 81 0% 42 0%

Total 41,596 100% 16,687 100%


fielding.

3 More information on the Classification of Instructional Programs can be found at https://www.statcan.gc.ca/eng/subjects/standard/cip/2016/introduction 4 The CIP primary grouping Other refers to programs described as pre-technology/pre-industrial arts programs, high school/secondary diploma and certificate programs, and multidisciplinary studies, other. More information on which programs fall under this category can be found at http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=394056&CVD=394057&CPV=12&CST=01012016&CLV=1&MLV=4 .

https://www.statcan.gc.ca/eng/subjects/standard/cip/2016/introduction

http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=394056&CVD=394057&CPV=12&CST=01012016&CLV=1&MLV=4

http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=394056&CVD=394057&CPV=12&CST=01012016&CLV=1&MLV=4


Methodology


The field of study groups that are used in this report are based on the primary groupings of the Classification

of Instructional Programs (CIP) outlined by Statistics Canada. Using the CIP, advanced education programs

can be assigned a six-digit code, based on the name and content of the program. Throughout this report the

most common CIP code breakdown presented is the primary groupings, which divide the CIP codes into

thirteen fields of study. The population and sample breakdowns by primary grouping are shown above in

Table 2-2. The primary grouping 00- Personal Improvement and Leisure is not included in the report as this

grouping includes courses that are not for credit5. The second CIP code breakdown used in this report is the

BHASE/STEM breakdown defined by Statistics Canada. BHASE refers to business, humanities, health, arts,

social science, education, legal studies, trades, services, and natural resources and conservation; and STEM

refers to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. 6

Table 2-3 Sample Statistics by Credential Type

Credential Type Population*

(N) Proportion (%) of Population

Completed Survey

Sample (n)

Proportion (%) of

Sample

Doctoral 849 2% 341 2%

Master’s (including Post-Master’s (N=6))

3,885 9% 1,766 11%

Applied & Bachelor (including Post-Baccalaureate (N=270) and Post-Basic (N=332))

19,059 46% 7,385 44%

Diploma (including, Post-Certificate (N=13))

11,443 28% 4,587 27%

Certificate 6,360 15% 2,608 16%

Total 41,596 100% 16,687 100%


fielding.

Data collection for the Graduate Outcomes Survey took place during the period of January 5th to April 30th, 2018, with an average survey completion time of 13 minutes7 by phone and 10 minutes8 online. Following the pre-test, email invitations were sent in waves from January 19th to January 29th, and up to three reminders per graduate were sent between January 29th and March 28th. Phone interviews after the pre-test were conducted from January 26th to April 30th. Trained interviewers used a Computer-Assisted Telephone Interview (CATI) system to complete 2,332 surveys with Alberta graduates and an additional 14,355 Alberta graduates completed the survey online, for a total of 16,687 completed surveys. Based on the population of 41,596, the gross response rate was 40.1%.

5 A full description and breakdown of the primary groupings can be found at http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=394056 6 A full description and breakdown of the STEM and BHASE groupings can be found at http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=401856 7 After excluding surveys that had a longer period than 59 minutes between start and end time. 8 After excluding surveys that had a longer period than 59 minutes between start and end time.

http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=394056

http://www23.statcan.gc.ca/imdb/p3VD.pl?Function=getVD&TVD=401856


Analysis


3 Analysis

For the purposes of this report, first-level data analysis includes the presentation of descriptive statistics

(frequencies) for survey items in text, tables, and figures, as appropriate. The following should be noted with

regard to the presentation of frequency data:

• Percentages include only valid and relevant responses to each item (i.e., “don’t know/not applicable” and “no response” are excluded from the calculation of results).

• All percentages are rounded to the nearest whole-number based on computer-generated analysis. For single-response items, percentages may not total to 100% due to rounding. Similarly, rounded percentages for individual response options may not total exactly to combined percentages due to rounding. Therefore, percentages in text, tables, and charts may appear to differ by 1% due to rounding.

• Results of groups with fewer than ten responses are suppressed. Complementary suppression is also applied, so that suppressed results cannot be determined by calculation.

• Some numeric questions were open-ended and received responses that appeared to be extreme. In these cases, outliers were removed from the calculation of results, and are noted below the applicable charts.

• Historical data are presented for some items that have been asked in previous years. Results were examined for changes or fluctuations across the survey periods and are discussed in the interpretation.

• In previous years, graduates of Post-Baccalaureate, Post-Basic, Post-Certificate, and Post-Master’s programs were excluded from credential type analysis. This should be considered when interpreting results. This year, graduates of these programs were grouped as follows:

o Post-Baccalaureate graduates were included with Applied & Bachelor’s Degree graduates

o Post-Basic graduates were included with Applied & Bachelor’s Degree graduates

o Post-Certificate graduates were included with Diploma graduates

o Post-Master’s graduates were included with Master’s graduates

• With the exception of comparisons to historical data, any differences in results mentioned within the analysis were determined to be significantly different. Significance was determined based on independent t-tests of means and z-tests of proportions at the 95% level with adjustment using the Bonferroni method.

A t-test compares the difference between two means and produces a t-statistic, which is a ratio of the size of the difference between means relative to the variation of the data being tested. A large t-statistic indicates a difference that is more likely to have occurred for reasons other than random error. To be significant at the 95% level, and thus considered significant for reporting, the t-statistic of each test had to exceed a critical value which varies depending on the size of the sample. Similarly, a z-test compares the difference between proportions, but has a single critical value for each significance level. To be significant at the 95% level, and thus considered significant for reporting, the z-score of each test had to exceed a value of 1.96. The Bonferroni correction was also applied when


Analysis


z-tests were conducted by adjusting the critical value to be more conservative in order to account for the fact that multiple hypotheses were being tested.

Results for the total sample of 16,687 graduates are accurate to within +/-0.59% in the “worst-case

scenario” (i.e., results measuring proportions of 50%) at the 95% confidence level.


Sample Demographics


4 Sample Demographics

This section details the demographics of the graduates of 2015/2016 who responded to the Graduate

Outcome Survey. It covers location prior to post-secondary education, gender, age, marital status, number

of dependents, Aboriginal status, disability status, participation in work study, and the main factor that led

to enrollment in post-secondary programs. It also presents the changes in graduate demographics over

time, which includes gender and age breakdowns for the three most recent survey periods.

Table of Contents: Section 4: Sample Demographics

4.1 Location..................................................................................................................................24

4.2 Gender ...................................................................................................................................28

4.3 Age .........................................................................................................................................32

4.4 Marital Status .........................................................................................................................39

4.5 Number of Dependents ..........................................................................................................44

4.6 Aboriginal Status ....................................................................................................................48

4.7 Disability Status ......................................................................................................................59

4.8 Participation in Work Experience ............................................................................................65

4.9 Main Factor that Led to Enrolling in Program for a Sample of Graduates.................................70

4.10 Historic Demographics ............................................................................................................74


Sample Demographics


4.1 Location

Figure 4.1-1 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education

Q61. Which city or town were you living in when you first applied for post-secondary studies, not including adult upgrading? Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding.“Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses

were excluded from analysis.

Most graduates, (65%) were living in urban Alberta9 prior to beginning their post-secondary education, with

the majority (55%) coming from either Calgary (29%) or Edmonton (26%). About one out of five graduates

(17%) were from rural Alberta10, 14% were from another province or territory in Canada and 4% were from

outside of Canada.

Graduates who lived in another province or territory in Canada were most often from British Colombia

(5%), Ontario (4%), or Saskatchewan (3%), and graduates who lived outside of Canada were most often

from China (1%) or India (1%).

Table of Figures: Section 4.1: Location

Figure 4.1-2 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Sector............................................................25

Figure 4.1-3 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study ................................................26

Figure 4.1-4 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type .............................................27

9 Urban Alberta refers to the urban centres Edmonton, Calgary, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat, and Fort McMurray, which were listed as individual response options in the survey instrument.

10 Rural Alberta refers to areas in Alberta outside of the listed urban centres.

65% 17% 14% 4%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Location(n=16,507)

Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education

Urban Alberta Rural Alberta Elsewhere in Canada Outside of Canada


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.1-2 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Sector

Q61. Which city or town were you living in when you first applied for post-secondary studies, not including adult

upgrading?

Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses


72%

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0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (n=89)

Independent Academic Institutions (n=395)

Teaching Universities (n=2,003)

Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=3,211)

Polytechnic Institutions (n=3,340)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (n=7,469)

Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Sector



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.1-3 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study


upgrading?



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0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=42)

Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (n=628)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (n=2,237)

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies (n=988)

Personal, Protective and Transportation Services (n=465)

Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (n=446)

Humanities (n=560)

Health and Related Fields (n=3,894)

Education (n=1,096)

Business, Management and Public Administration (n=3,149)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies (n=2,415)

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (n=587)

Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.1-4 Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type


upgrading?



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0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Certificate(n=2,552)

Diploma(n=4,545)

Applied & Bachelor (n=7,332)

Master's Degree (n=1,744)

Doctoral Degree (n=334)

Location Prior to Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type



Sample Demographics


4.2 Gender

Figure 4.2-1 Gender



Overall, 64% of Albertan graduates were female, and 36% were male and less than 1% identified as another

gender. However, gender distributions were different among domestic and international graduates; while

domestic students were more often female (66% female, 34% male), international graduates were more

often male (46% female, 54% male)11.

Table of Figures: Section 4.2: Gender

Figure 4.2-2 Gender by Sector ....................................................................................................................29

Figure 4.2-3 Gender by Field of Study .........................................................................................................30

Figure 4.2-4 Gender by Credential Type .....................................................................................................31

11 Graduates are considered Domestic if their Legal Status is ‘Canadian’, ‘Permanent Resident’ or ‘Refugee’, whereas graduates whose Legal Status is ‘Student Visa’, ‘Other Visa’, or ‘Non-Canadian’ are considered to be International. This is not the same as ‘graduates from outside Canada’ which refers to graduates who indicated that they were from outside of Canada in response to Question 61 ‘Which city or town were you living in when you first applied for post-secondary studies, not including adult upgrading?’.

64% 36%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Gender(n=16,687)

Gender

Female Male


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.2-2 Gender by Sector



Graduates of Comprehensive Community Colleges and Teaching Universities were more likely to be female

(74%) than graduates of Polytechnic Institutions, who were more likely to be male (51%).

63%

70%

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30%

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0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Gender by Sector

Female Male


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.2-3 Gender by Field of Study



Graduates of some field of study were more likely to have been female, specifically: Health and Related

Fields (85%), Education (80%), and Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (75%), while graduates of

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies (77%) and Mathematics, Computer and Information

Sciences (68%) were more likely to be male.

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Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=571)


Education (n=1,108)




Gender by Field of Study

Female Male


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.2-4 Gender by Credential Type



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Diploma(n=4,587)




Gender by Credential Type

Female Male


Sample Demographics


4.3 Age

Figure 4.3-1 Age of Graduates



The average age of the graduates was 29 years of age, the median age was 26 years of age and the most

commonly reported age was 24 years of age. Overall, more than a third of graduates (34%) were between

the ages of 23 and 25 and approximately a quarter (26%) were between the ages of 26 and 30.

Table of Figures: Section 4.3: Age

Figure 4.3-2 Age by Sector ..........................................................................................................................33

Figure 4.3-3 Average Age by Sector ............................................................................................................34

Figure 4.3-4 Age of Graduates by Field of Study .........................................................................................35

Figure 4.3-5 Average Age of Graduates by Field of Study ...........................................................................36

Figure 4.3-6 Age by Credential Type ...........................................................................................................37

Figure 4.3-7 Average Age by Credential Type .............................................................................................38

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61 or older (n=69)

51 to 60 (n=489)

41 to 50(n=1,304)

31 to 40(n=2,956)

26 to 30(n=4,303)

23 to 25(n=5,630)

21 to 22(n=1,720)

20 or younger (n=216)

Age of Graduates


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-2 Age by Sector



The majority of graduates who were from Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (59%) and about half

(49%) from Independent Academic Institutions were between 23 and 25 years of age.

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Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-3 Average Age by Sector

Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.

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Median Age in Years Average Age in Years


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-4 Age of Graduates by Field of Study



The majority (63%) of graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies were between the ages of

23 to 25. Education had the highest average age of 34 years (excluding programs that fall under the other

category).

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Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=571)


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Age of Graduates by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-5 Average Age of Graduates by Field of Study


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29

43

25

26

24

24

27

26

27

29

27

24

25

26

0 10 20 30 40 50

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=571)


Education (n=1,108)




Total(n=16,684)

Average Age of Graduates by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-6 Age by Credential Type



The majority of graduates who earned an Applied & Bachelor’s degree (53%) were between 23 and 25 years

of age and the majority (57%) of graduates who received a doctoral degree were between 31 and 40 years

of age. Graduates who had received a diploma or an applied or bachelor’s degree had the lowest average

ages (27 and 28 years, respectively), and graduates who received a doctoral degree had the highest average

age (39 years).

25%

26%

1%

17%

28%

53%

2%

19%

24%

28%

36%

13%

21%

15%

12%

37%

57%

18%

7%

7%

26%

30%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=4,587)




Age by Credential Type

21 to 22 23 to 25 26 to 30 31 to 40 41 to 50


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.3-7 Average Age by Credential Type


31

27

28

36

39

29

27

25

25

33

36

26

0 10 20 30 40 50


Diploma(n=4,587)




Total(n=16,684)

Average Age by Credential Type



Sample Demographics


4.4 Marital Status

Figure 4.4-1 Marital Status of Graduates

Q67. What was your marital status when you started the ___(program name)___. program? Were you …?



Nearly three-quarters (73%) of graduates were single (never married) when they started post-secondary

school. Demographic groups that were more likely to be single at the start of their post-secondary

education include:

• Males (77% were single compared to 70% of females).

• Graduates without dependents (85% were single compared to 18% of graduates with dependents).

• Graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person (73% were single compared to 67% of graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person).

Table of Figures: Section 4.4: Marital Status

Figure 4.4-2 Marital Status by Sector ..........................................................................................................40

Figure 4.4-3 Marital Status by Field of Study ..............................................................................................41

Figure 4.4-4 Marital Status by Credential Type ...........................................................................................42

Figure 4.4-5 Marital Status by Age ..............................................................................................................43

73%

25%

3%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Single

Married or Living with a Partner

Divorced/Separated/Widowed

Marital Status of Graduates(n=16,364)


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.4-2 Marital Status by Sector




For all sectors, the majority of graduates were single at the start of their post-secondary education.

Notably, 89% of Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions, 87% of Independent Academic Institutions, and

81% of Teaching Universities graduates were single. In contrast, only 63% of graduates of the

Comprehensive Community College were single and 32% were married or living with a partner.

89%

87%

81%

63%

75%

72%

10%

12%

17%

32%

23%

25%

1%

1%

2%

5%

2%

2%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Marital Status by Sector

Single Married or living with a partner Divorced, separated or widowed


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.4-3 Marital Status by Field of Study




Across all fields, (excluding programs that fall under the CIP category ‘Other’) the majority of graduates

were single at the start of their post-secondary education. Notably, 90% of Physical and Life Sciences and

Technologies, 88% of Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies, and 86% of

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation graduates were single. In contrast, only 56% of graduates

of the Education field were single and 41% were married or living with a partner.

31%

88%

77%

90%

74%

75%

80%

65%

56%

69%

78%

86%

52%

10%

21%

9%

23%

22%

18%

32%

41%

28%

21%

13%

17%

1%

2%

1%

3%

3%

3%

3%

4%

3%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=559)


Education (n=1,081)




Marital Status by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.4-4 Marital Status by Credential Type



Looking at the different credential types, the majority of graduates who received an applied or bachelor’s

degree (83%), a diploma (76%), or a certificate (58%) were single at the start of their post-secondary

education. In contrast, only 48% of graduates who received a doctoral degree and 45% who received a

master’s degree were single.

58%

76%

83%

45%

48%

37%

21%

15%

52%

50%

5%

2%

2%

3%

3%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Certificate (n=2,535)

Diploma(n=4,483)




Marital Status by Credential Type



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.4-5 Marital Status by Age


Notes: Values may not add to 100% .due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses


Graduates 30 years of age or younger were more likely to be single (a range of 79% to 99%) compared to a

range of 2% to 43% of graduates over 30 years of age. Specifically, graduates 20 years of age or younger

were most likely to be single (99%) and graduates 61 years of age or older were the least likely (2%).

99%

96%

95%

79%

43%

15%

9%

2%

1%

4%

5%

20%

52%

74%

74%

76%

1%

5%

11%

18%

22%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


21 to 22(n=1,690)

23 to 25(n=5,551)

26 to 30(n=4,218)

31 to 40(n=2,883)

41 to 50(n=1,270)

51 to 60 (n=474)

61 or older (n=63)

Marital Status by Age



Sample Demographics


4.5 Number of Dependents

Figure 4.5-1 Number of Dependents

Q68. When you started the ___(program name)___ program how many dependents (including dependent adults)

were you responsible for?



Most graduates (81%) indicated that when they started their post-secondary education they did not have

any dependents, while 7% indicated that they had one, 5% indicated that they had two and 7% indicated

that they had three or more. Certain demographic groups were more likely to indicate that they had one or

more dependents, including:

• Female graduates (20% indicated they had dependents compared to 17% of male graduates).

• Graduates between 41 to 50 years of age (75% indicated they had dependents compared to a range of 3% to 10% of graduates younger than 31 years of age).

• Graduates who were divorced, separated, or widowed (64% indicated they had dependents compared to 5% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates from outside of Canada and another province in Canada (a range of 22% to 26% indicated they had dependents compared to a range of 16% to 18% of graduates from Edmonton, and rural Alberta).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (32% indicated they had dependents compared to 18% of graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (21% compared to 12% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges (31% indicated they had dependents compared to a range of 9% to 19% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Institutions, Teaching Universities, Independent Academic Institutions, and Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions).

• Graduates of Education (33% indicated they had dependents compared to a range of 5% to 7% of graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; and Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies).

81% 7% 7%5%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Number of Dependents (n=15,748)

Number of Dependents

None One Two Three or more


Sample Demographics


• Graduates who received a certificate, master’s degree, or doctoral degree (a range of 30% to 36% indicated they had dependents compared to 11% who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 4.5: Number of Dependents

Figure 4.5-2 Number of Dependents by Sector ...........................................................................................45

Figure 4.5-3 Number of Dependents by Field of Study ...............................................................................46

Figure 4.5-4 Number of Dependents by Credential Type ............................................................................47

Figure 4.5-2 Number of Dependents by Sector





91%

89%

87%

69%

81%

84%

3%

4%

6%

11%

8%

6%

2%

4%

4%

12%

6%

6%

3%

3%

3%

9%

5%

4%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Number of Dependents by Sector



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.5-3 Number of Dependents by Field of Study





61%

94%

84%

95%

79%

84%

88%

75%

67%

78%

83%

93%

22%

3%

6%

3%

9%

8%

4%

9%

10%

9%

7%

3%

17%

1%

5%

1%

6%

4%

4%

10%

14%

8%

5%

3%

1%

4%

1%

6%

4%

3%

6%

9%

6%

4%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=41)






Humanities (n=543)


Education(n=1,057)




Number of Dependents by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.5-4 Number of Dependents by Credential Type





.

64%

83%

89%

68%

70%

14%

7%

4%

12%

12%

12%

6%

4%

12%

11%

10%

4%

3%

8%

6%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=4,269)




Number of Dependents by Credential Type



Sample Demographics


4.6 Aboriginal Status

Figure 4.6-1 Aboriginal Status of Graduates

Q69. Do you consider yourself to be an Aboriginal person?



Of the graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal12 person (5% of all graduates) the majority self-

identified as either Métis (47%) or Status Indian (39%). Some demographic groups were particularly likely to

self-identify as Aboriginal, including:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (5% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to 4%).

• Graduates who were between 31 and 60 (a range of 5% to 7% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to 4% of graduates between 23 and 25 years of age).

• Graduates who were divorced, separated, or widowed (9% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to a range of 4% to 5% of graduates who were single, married or living with a partner).

12 The term ‘Aboriginal’ is used throughout the report to refer to graduates who self-identified as having Indigenous ancestry in order to reflect the wording asked to respondents in survey question 69 (Do you consider yourself to be an Aboriginal person?).

95%

5%

Aboriginal Status of Graduates(n=16,415)

No (Not Aboriginal) Yes (Aboriginal)


Sample Demographics


• Graduates who had one or more dependents (8% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to 4% of graduates without dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability (9% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to 4% of graduates who did not identify as a person with a disability).

• Graduates from Grande Prairie, Fort McMurray, rural Alberta, Red Deer, and another province or territory in Canada (a range of 6% to 11% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to a range of 1% to 3% of graduates from outside of Canada and Calgary).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (5% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to 3% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges (8% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to a range of 3% to 5% of graduates from Teaching Universities, Polytechnic Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, and Independent Academic Institutions).

• Graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services (8% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to a range of 2% to 4% of graduates from Health and Related Fields; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences).

• Graduates who received a certificate (8% self-identified as Aboriginal compared to a range of 1% to 3% who received a doctoral degree or a master’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 4.6: Aboriginal Status

Figure 4.6-2 Aboriginal Identity of Graduates .............................................................................................50

Figure 4.6-3 Sector Enrollment by Aboriginal Status ..................................................................................51

Figure 4.6-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Sector .....................................52

Figure 4.6-5 Field of Study Enrollment by Aboriginal Status .......................................................................53

Figure 4.6-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Field of Study .........................54

Figure 4.6-7 Credential Enrollment by Aboriginal Status ............................................................................55

Figure 4.6-8 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Credential Type ......................56

Figure 4.6-9 Age by Aboriginal Status .........................................................................................................57

Figure 4.6-10 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Age .......................................58


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-2 Aboriginal Identity of Graduates

Q69. Do you consider yourself to be an Aboriginal person? Q70. Are you…?



1%

3%

11%

39%

47%

Aboriginal Identity of Graduates(n=742)

Inuit(n=7)

Other(n=20)

Non-status Indian(n=78)

Status Indian(n=289)

Métis(n=348)


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-3 Sector Enrollment by Aboriginal Status




1%

1%

1%

2%

12%

12%

35%

19%

19%

20%

33%

46%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Aboriginal Graduates (n=761)

Non-Aboriginal Graduates (n=15,654)

Sector Enrollment by Aboriginal Status

Comprehensive Academicand Research Universities

Polytechnic Institutions Comprehensive CommunityColleges

Teaching Universities Independent AcademicInstitutions

Specialized Arts andCulture Institutions


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Sector



7%

3%

5%

8%

4%

3%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%







Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Sector


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-5 Field of Study Enrollment by Aboriginal Status




0%

0%

4%

4%

14%

13%

3%

6%

5%

3%

1%

3%

4%

3%

22%

24%

7%

7%

23%

19%

11%

15%

4%

4%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Field of Study Enrollment by Aboriginal Status

Agriculture, NaturalResources and Conservation

Architecture, Engineering,and Related Technologies

Business, Managementand Public Administration

Education Health and RelatedFields

Humanities

Mathematics, Computerand Information Sciences

Personal, Protective andTransportation Services

Physical and Life Sciencesand Technologies

Social and BehaviouralSciences and Law

Visual and PerformingArts, and CommunicationsTechnologies

Other


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Field of Study



7%

5%

5%

3%

8%

2%

5%

4%

5%

6%

4%

5%

0% 5% 10% 15%

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=560)


Education (n=1,096)




Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Field of Study


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-7 Credential Enrollment by Aboriginal Status




1%

2%

6%

11%

37%

45%

30%

27%

27%

15%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Credential Enrollment by Aboriginal Status

Certificate Diploma Applied & Bachelor Master's Degree Doctoral Degree


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-8 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Credential Type



Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person were more likely to be over the age of 30 (35%),

compared to graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person (29%). Graduates who self-

identified as an Aboriginal person were also less likely to be between the ages of 23 to 25, with only 26%

falling into this age range compared to 34% of graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person.

8%

5%

4%

3%

1%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%


Diploma(n=4,498)




Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Credential Type


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-9 Age by Aboriginal Status




1%

0%

4%

3%

10%

8%

20%

18%

26%

26%

26%

34%

11%

10%

2%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Age by Aboriginal Status

20 or younger 21 to 22 23 to 25 26 to 30

31 to 40 41 to 50 51 to 60 61 or older


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.6-10 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Age



9%

7%

6%

5%

5%

4%

5%

6%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%

61 or older (n=68)

51 to 60 (n=479)

41 to 50(n=1,289)

31 to 40(n=2,907)

26 to 30(n=4,223)

23 to 25(n=5,542)

21 to 22(n=1,693)


Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as Aboriginal by Age


Sample Demographics


4.7 Disability Status

Figure 4.7-1 Disability Status

Q71. When you started the ___(program name)___ program, did you consider yourself to be a person with a disability

(that is, someone with a long-term physical, mental or learning disability that limits the kind or amount of paid work

that they can do)?



Most students (96%) reported that they did not have a disability when they started their post-secondary

education. Of those who reported having a disability, about two out of five (38%) self-identified as having a

learning disability. Some demographic groups were particularly likely to identify as a person with a

disability, including:

• Graduates who were between 26 and 40 (4% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 3% of graduates between 23 to 25 years of age).

• Graduates who were divorced, separated, or widowed (8% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 4% of graduates who were married, living with a partner, or single).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (7% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 3% of graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person).

• Domestic graduates (4% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 1% of International students).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (4% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 3% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges (5% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 3% of graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities).

• Graduates of Humanities (7% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 3% of graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; and Health and Related Fields).

4% 96%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Disbility Status (n=16,424)

Disability Status

Yes (Reported a Disability) No (Did Not Report a Disability)


Sample Demographics


• Graduates who received a certificate (5% self-identified as a person with a disability compared to 2% of graduates who received a master’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 4.7: Disability Status

Figure 4.7-2 Type of Disability ....................................................................................................................60

Figure 4.7-3 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability .............................61

Figure 4.7-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Sector .............62

Figure 4.7-5 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Field of Study .63

Figure 4.7-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Credential Type

...................................................................................................................................................................64

Figure 4.7-2 Type of Disability



that they can do)? Q72 What is the nature of your disability?

Notes: Total sum is not equal to 100% as respondents were asked to select all responses that applied to them. “Not

Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.

6%

3%

5%

10%

17%

20%

26%

38%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40%

Other

Visual Impairments

Auditory Impairments

Illnesses

Physical Impairments

ADHD

Mental health challenges

Learning Disabilities

Type of Disability(n=477)


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.7-3 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability

Q71. When you started the ____(program name)___ program, did you consider yourself to be a person with a

disability (that is, someone with a long-term physical, mental or learning disability that limits the kind or amount of

paid work that they can do)?



6%

5%

4%

4%

4%

3%

3%

4%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%

61 or older (n=66)

51 to 60 (n=480)

41 to 50(n=1,284)

31 to 40(n=2,910)

26 to 30(n=4,232)

23 to 25(n=5,546)

21 to 22(n=1,694)


Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.7-4 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Sector

Q71. When you started the ___(program name)___program, did you consider yourself to be a person with a disability


that they can do)?



6%

3%

4%

5%

4%

3%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%







Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Sector


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.7-5 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Field of Study

Q71. When you started the ___(program name)___program, did you consider yourself to be a person with a disability


that they can do)?



0%

6%

4%

3%

6%

4%

7%

3%

4%

4%

3%

3%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=557)


Education (n=1,094)




Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Field of Study


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.7-6 Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Credential Type



that they can do)?



5%

4%

3%

2%

2%

0% 2% 4% 6% 8% 10%


Diploma(n=4,517)




Proportion of Graduates who Self-Identified as a Person with a Disability by Credential Type


Sample Demographics


4.8 Participation in Work Experience

Figure 4.8-1 Participation in Work Experience

Q27: Did you participate in any work experience related to your field of study while you were a student?



More than half (59%) of graduates participated in work experience related to their field of study while they

were a student. Of those that did, about half were employed during the school year (49%), and a similar

proportion participated in co-op, internships or practicum as part of their program requirement (48%).

Some demographic groups were particularly likely to indicate that they participated in work study,

including:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (62% participated in work study compared to 55%).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (61% participated in work study compared to 59% of graduates who were single).

• Domestic graduates (60% participated in work study compared to 50% of international graduates).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (61% participated in work study compared to 50% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Teaching Universities, Comprehensive Community Colleges, and Independent Academic Institutions (a range of 60% to 65% participated in work study compared to 40% of graduates of Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions).

• Graduates of Education and Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (a range of 68% to 72% participated in work study compared to a range of 34% to 36% of graduate of Humanities and Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies).

• Graduates who received a diploma, applied and bachelor’s degree or master’s degree (a range of 58% to 61% participated in work study compared to 49% who received a doctoral degree).

59% 41%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Work Experience (n=13,453)

Participation in Work Experience

Yes (Participated inWork Experience)

No (Did Not Participatein Work Experience)


Sample Demographics


Table of Figures: Section 4.8: Participation in Work Experience

Figure 4.8-2 Type of Related Work Experience ...........................................................................................66

Figure 4.8-3 Participation in Work Experience by Sector ............................................................................67

Figure 4.8-4 Participation in Work Experience by Field of Study ................................................................68

Figure 4.8-5 Participation in Work Experience by Credential Type .............................................................69

Figure 4.8-2 Type of Related Work Experience

Q28. What type(s) of work experience did you participate in while you were a student? Please select all that apply.

Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. Total sum is not

equal to 100% as respondents were asked to select all responses that applied to them.

8%

7%

39%

48%

49%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other

Employer sponsored Co-op or internships

Summer employment

Co-op, internships or practicum included as part of your program requirement

Employment during the school year

Type of Related Work Experience(n=7,829)


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.8-3 Participation in Work Experience by Sector




40%

60%

65%

64%

54%

58%

60%

40%

35%

36%

46%

42%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Participation in Work Experience by Sector




Sample Demographics


Figure 4.8-4 Participation in Work Experience by Field of Study




51%

63%

60%

36%

62%

55%

34%

66%

72%

54%

55%

68%

49%

37%

40%

64%

38%

45%

66%

34%

28%

46%

45%

32%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=39)






Humanities (n=351)


Education(n=1,032)




Participation in Work Experience by Field of Study




Sample Demographics


Figure 4.8-5 Participation in Work Experience by Credential Type




57%

61%

60%

58%

49%

43%

39%

40%

42%

51%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=3,700)




Participation in Work Experience by Credential Type




Sample Demographics


4.9 Main Factor that Led to Enrolling in Program for a Sample of Graduates

Figure 4.9-1 Main Factor that Led to Enrollment for a Sample of Graduates

Q19. What was the main factor that led you to enroll in your program?



This question was asked of respondents who graduates from a program with one of the following two-digit level CIP

codes: 01, 03, 04, 10, 11, 14, 15, 21, 26, 27, 30, 40, 41, 47, 49, 51, or 60.13

Graduates who completed programs with CIP codes: 01, 03, 04, 10, 11, 14, 15, 21, 26, 27, 30, 40, 41, 47, 49,

51, or 60; were asked ‘What was the main factor that led you to enroll in your program?” Nearly half of

those graduates indicated that the main reason that they chose their program was either because they

wanted to work in that field due to its reputation (27%), or because of the possible income (21%). A

significant number of graduates (37%) felt that a reason not listed was more applicable to them. Some

commonly reported reasons for enrolling in their program included: being interested or passionate about

the field, the type of work it would lead to, job opportunities or job security in the field, having had

previous experience in the field, wanting to advance in their current field, and wanting to help others. Some

demographic groups were particularly likely to indicate that they chose certain programs based on specific

reasons, including:

13 The descriptions and field of study of these codes can be found at https://www.statcan.gc.ca/eng/subjects/standard/cip/2016/introduction#a4

37%

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Other

Participation in an event, competition or program

Information provided by my teachers

My parents' suggestions

Wanted to work in this field because of income

Wanted to work in this field because of reputation

Main Factor that Led to Enrollment for a Sample of Graduates(n=7,422)


Sample Demographics


GENDER

• Male graduates were more likely to choose a program based on potential income compared to female graduates (24% compared to 18%).

• Male graduates were more likely to choose a program based on their parents’ suggestions compared to female graduates (6% compared to 5%).

AGE

• Graduates who were between 31 and 50 years of age (a range of 24% to 26% chose a program based on potential income compared to 17% of graduates between 23 and 25 years of age).

• Graduates who were younger than 23 years of age (a range of 12% to 17% chose a program based on their parents' suggestions compared to a range of 0% to 1% of graduates older than 30 years of age).

• Graduates who were between 21 and 25 years of age (a range of 6% to 7% chose a program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 3% of graduates between 31 and 40 years of age).

MARITAL STATUS

• Graduates who were married, living with a partner (24% chose a program based on potential income compared to 19% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates who were single, divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 4% to 7% chose a program based on their parents' suggestions compared to 2% of graduates who were married or living with a partner).

• Graduates who were single (6% chose a program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 4% of graduates who were married or living with a partner).

NUMBER OF DEPENDENTS

• Graduates who had one or more dependent (28% chose a program based on potential income compared to 19% of graduates who do not have a dependent).

• Graduates who did not have a dependent (6% chose a program based on their parents' suggestions compared to 2% of graduates who had one or more dependent)

• Graduates who did not have a dependent (6% chose a program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 3% of graduates who had one or more dependent).

LOCATION

• Graduates from Calgary (25% chose a program based on potential income compared to a range of 13% to 18% of graduates from another province or territory in Canada, rural Alberta, and Lethbridge).


Sample Demographics


• Graduates from Lethbridge (9% chose their program based on participation in an event, competition, or program compared to 4% of graduates from Edmonton and rural Alberta).

• Graduates from Fort McMurray, Edmonton, and Calgary (a range of 6% to 14% enrolled in their program based on their parents' suggestions compared to 3% of graduates from another province or territory in Canada).

INTERNATIONAL

• International graduates (31% chose their program based on reputation of the field compared to 27% of domestic graduates)

• International graduates (8% chose their program based on participation in an event, competition or program compared to 4% of domestic graduates).

• International graduates (8% chose their program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 5% of domestic graduates).

SECTOR

• Graduates from Polytechnic Institutions (31% chose a program based on potential income compared to a range of 8% to 14% of graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, Teaching Universities, and Independent Academic Institutions).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities and Comprehensive Community Colleges (5% chose a program based on participation in an event, competition, or program compared to 3% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (7%) chose a program based on information provided by their teachers (compared to 4% of graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges and Polytechnic Institutions).

FIELD OF STUDY

• Graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; and Health and Related Fields (a range of 20% to 37% chose a program based on potential income compared to a range of 8% to 9% of graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies, and Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation).

• Graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (35% chose a program based on reputation of the field compared to 22% of graduates Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences).

• Graduates of Social and Behavioural Sciences (22% chose a program based on participation in an event, competition or program compared to 4% of graduates of Health and Related Fields and Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies).

• Graduates of Architecture, Engineering and Related Technologies (7% chose a program based on their parents' suggestions compared to 5% of graduates of Health and Related Fields).


Sample Demographics


• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (a range of 8% to 10% chose a program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 3% of graduates of Health and Related Fields).

CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Graduates who received a certificate (32% chose a program based on potential income compared to 4% who received a doctoral degree).

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree (9% chose a program based on participation in an event, competition or program compared to 4% who received a diploma or a certificate).

• Graduates who received a diploma or an applied & bachelor’s degree (a range of 6% to 7% chose a program based on their parents' suggestions compared to a range of 1% to 2% who received a master’s degree or doctoral degree).

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree, master’s degree, or an applied & bachelor’s degree certificate, or diploma (a range of 6% to 10% chose a program based on information provided by their teachers compared to 4% who received a diploma or a certificate).


Sample Demographics


4.10 Historic Demographics

Table of Figures: Section 4.10: Historic Demographics

Figure 4.10-1 Historic Gender Distribution by Field of Study ......................................................................76

Figure 4.10-2 Historic Gender Distribution by Credential Type ...................................................................77

Figure 4.10-3 Historic Age Distribution by Field of Study ............................................................................78

Figure 4.10-4 Historical Age Distribution by Credential Type ......................................................................79

This data shows the demographic data from this survey period (2015/2016 graduates of public

post-secondary institutions) compared with the demographic data from the previous two survey periods

(2011/2012 and 2013/2014 graduates of public post-secondary institutions).

It appears that a smaller proportion of 2015/2016 graduates than 2013/2014 or 2011/2012 graduates were

male (36% vs. 40% and 41%, respectively).

This pattern of change from 2013/2014 to 2015/2016 appears to reflect a number of changes change in

results of graduates of different field of study and credential groups, with the largest absolute changes in

proportions (of at least 5%) among the following 2015/2016 and 2013/2014, respectively, in the following

groups:

FIELD OF STUDY

• Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (40% vs. 48%)

• Business, Management and Public Administration (40% vs. 35%)

• Education (20% vs. 25%)

• Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (68% vs. 74%)

CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Doctoral Degree (45% vs. 59%)

As compared to graduates of 2011/2012 and 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 were less likely to

indicate that they were older than 40 years of age (15% and 12% vs. 11%, chronologically) and more likely

to indicate that they were between 23 to 25 years of age (31% and 32% vs. 34%, chronologically).

The 23 to 25 age group was also the largest among graduates. This increase reflects changes in the ages of

graduates from certain fields of study. The fields of study which appear to have seen the greatest change in

proportion of 23 to 25 year old graduates in 2015/2016 compared to 2013/2014, respectively, included:

FIELD OF STUDY


• Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies (63% vs. 56%)


Sample Demographics


It is also interesting to note that the proportion of graduates in the Visual and Performing Arts, and

Communications Technologies field who were between 26 to 30 years of age increased from 21% to 27%

from 2013/2014 to 2015/2016.


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.10-1 Historic Gender Distribution by Field of Study

Q61. What is your gender?



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Other (n=42) 2015/2016

2011/2012Communications Technology 2013/2014Visual and Performing Arts, (n=631) 2015/2016

2011/2012Sciences and Law 2013/2014Social and Behavioural (n=2,252) 2015/2016

2011/2012and Technologies 2013/2014Physical and Life Sciences (n=993) 2015/2016

2011/2012Transportation Services 2013/2014Personal, Protective and (n=471) 2015/2016

2011/2012and Information Sciences 2013/2014Mathematics, Computer (n=452) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Humanities (n=571) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Health and Related Fields (n=3,946) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Education (n=1,108) 2015/2016

2011/2012and Public Administration 2013/2014Business, Management (n=3,183) 2015/2016

2011/2012and Related Technologies 2013/2014Architecture, Engineering, (n=2,439) 2015/2016

2011/2012Resources and Conservation 2013/2014Agriculture, Natural (n=598) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=16,687) 2015/2016

Historical Gender Distribution by Field of Study

Female Male


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.10-2 Historic Gender Distribution by Credential Type

Q61. What is your gender?



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2013/2014

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2011/2012

2013/2014

Master's Degree (n=1,766) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014

Doctoral Degree (n=341) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014

Total (n=16,687) 2015/2016

Historical Gender Distribution by Credential Type

Female Male


Sample Demographics


Figure 4.10-3 Historic Age Distribution by Field of Study

Q65. What is your current age?



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2011/20122013/2014


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2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=16,687) 2015/2016

Historical Age Distribution by Field of Study



Sample Demographics


Figure 4.10-4 Historical Age Distribution by Credential Type

Q65. What is your current age?



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Total (n=16,687) 2015/2016

Historical Age Distribution by Credential Type



Survey Results


5 Satisfaction

This section details the graduates’ perception of how much their post-secondary education enhanced their

skills, abilities, and knowledge, the quality of teaching they received, the quality of their program, their

overall experience with post-secondary education and how the benefits they have received weigh against

the cost of their program.

Table of Contents: Section 5: Satisfaction

5.1 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education ......................81

5.2 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching .........................................................................87

5.3 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Program ..........................................................................91

5.4 Student Satisfaction with Overall Education Experience ..........................................................95

5.5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis of Post-Secondary Education .................................................99

5.6 Historic Satisfaction ..............................................................................................................106


Survey Results


5.1 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education

Figure 5.1-1 Total Satisfaction with Skills Knowledge and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education

Q1-15. The following statements examine the degree to which your post-secondary education completed in

______(reporting year)_____ has added to your skills, knowledge and abilities. Please rate these statements using a 5-

point scale where 1 means “not at all” and 5 means “to a great extent”. If a statement is not applicable please indicate

so. This result was calculated by combining the responses for all of questions 1 to 15.



When asked to rate on a five-point scale the extent to which their post-secondary education helped them

to develop their skills, most Alberta graduates reported one of the top two ratings (four out of five or

higher), indicating that their education added to their skills to 'a great extent' or just below 'a great extent'.

The only exception to this was mathematical skills, which only 41% of graduates rated as four out of five or

higher. The skill sets that more than 75% of graduates rated as four out of five or higher were the ability to

learn independently (79%), the ability to work independently (78%), and critical thinking skills (78%).

Certain demographic groups were particularly positive in their responses regarding the degree to which

their post-secondary education helped them add to their skills. In the following groups, the majority of

respondents selected five out of five, indicating that their education helped them to gain or develop one or

more skills to 'a great extent':

• Graduates aged 20 or younger indicated that post-secondary education helped them gain job-specific knowledge (56%).

• Graduates who were 41 to 50 years of age and graduates who were 51 to 60 years of age both indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop their ability to learn independently (50%).

• Graduates aged 61 or older indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop research skills (58%), their ability to learn independently (54%), and written communication skills (51%).

• Graduates from outside of Canada indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop their ability to learn independently (54%) and their ability to work independently (52%).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop their ability to work independently (51%).

13% 20% 67%

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Total Satisfaction (n=239,688)

Total Satisfaction with Skills Knowledge and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary Education

1 (not at all) to 2 3 4 to 5 (great extent)


Survey Results


• Graduates of Comprehensive Community Colleges indicated that post-secondary education helped them gain job-specific knowledge (54%).

• Graduates who earned a certificate indicated that post-secondary education helped them gain job-specific knowledge (56%).

• Graduates who earned a doctoral degree indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop research skills (71%), the ability to work independently (64%), the ability to learn independently (63%), critical thinking skills (61%), and written communication skills (58%).

• Humanities graduates indicated that post-secondary education helped them develop written communication skills (57%), the ability to work independently (55%), research skills (53%), and critical thinking skills (53%).

• Graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services (56%) and graduates of Health and Related Fields (53%) indicated that post-secondary education helped them gain job-specific knowledge.

Table of Figures: Section 5.1: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Developed Through Post-Secondary

Education

Figure 5.1-2 Summarized Ratings of the Extent to which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced

Through Post-Secondary Education ............................................................................................................83

Figure 5.1-3 Detailed Ratings of the Extent to Which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced

Through Post-Secondary Education ............................................................................................................84

Figure 5.1-4 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education by Area of

Study ..........................................................................................................................................................86


Survey Results


Figure 5.1-2 Summarized Ratings of the Extent to which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education



point scale where 1 means “not at all” and 5 means “to a great extent”. If a statement is not applicable please

indicate so.



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Develop mathematical skills (n=14,150)

Develop specialized tool, machine, equipment orsoftware skills (n=14,224)

Develop work-related computer skills (n=15,549)

Develop your intercultural communication skills (n=15,388)

Gain job-specific knowledge (n=16,439)

Develop research skills (n=16,161)

Develop your verbal communication skills (n=16,348)

Develop your ability to take initiative (n=16,366)

Develop effective time management skills (n=16,453)

Develop ability to work well with others (n=16,348)

Develop your written communication skills (n=16,394)

Develop your problem-solving skills (n=16,470)

Develop critical thinking skills (n=16,512)

Develop ability to work independently (n=16,409)

Develop your ability to learn independently (n=16,477)

Summarized Ratings of the Extent to Which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education

1 (not at all) to 2 3 4 to 5 (great extent)


Survey Results


Figure 5.1-3 Detailed Ratings of the Extent to Which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education




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Gain job-specific knowledge (n=16,439)

Develop your written communication skills (n=16,394)

Develop ability to work well with others (n=16,348)

Develop research skills (n=16,161)

Develop effective time management skills (n=16,453)

Develop your problem-solving skills (n=16,470)

Develop your ability to take initiative (n=16,366)

Develop your verbal communication skills (n=16,348)

Develop specialized tool, machine, equipment orsoftware skills (n=14,224)

Develop work-related computer skills (n=15,549)

Develop your intercultural communication skills (n=15,388)

Develop mathematical skills (n=14,150)

Detailed Ratings of the Extent to Which Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Were Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education

1-not at all 2 3 4 5-great extent


Survey Results


The graph that follows shows the proportion of respondents who reported that post-secondary education

helped them to develop their skills to a ‘great extent’ (5 out of 5) by BHASE/STEM grouping. There are

several significant differences between the respondents of BHASE and STEM programs including:

• There were some skill areas in which BHASE graduates were more likely report having gained or developed to 'a great extent' as compared to STEM graduates: job-specific knowledge (42% compared to 26%), written communication skills (37% compared to 28%), verbal communication skills (33% compared to 24%), the ability to take initiative (33% compared to 25%), the ability to work well with others (37% compared to 30%), critical thinking skills (40% compared to 35%), intercultural communication skills (24% compared to 19%), the ability to work independently (43% compared to 39%), and effective time management skills (34% compared to 30%).

• In contrast, there were some skill areas in which STEM graduates were more likely report having gained or developed to 'a great extent' as compared to BHASE graduates: mathematical skills (27% compared to 13%), work-related computer skills (28% compared to 23%), and specialized tool, machine and software skills (28% compared to 24%).


Survey Results


Figure 5.1-4 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Enhanced Through Post-Secondary Education by Area of Study




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Develop mathematical skillsSTEM: n=3,430, BHASE: n=10,720

Develop work-related computer skills STEM: n=3,481, BHASE: n=12,068

Develop your intercultural communication skills STEM: n=3,311, BHASE: n=12,077

Develop specialized tool, machine, equipment or software skills STEM: n=3,394, BHASE: n=10,830

Develop your problem-solving skillsSTEM: n=3,553, BHASE: n=12,917

Develop your verbal communication skills STEM: n=3,531, BHASE: n=12,817

Develop your ability to take initiative STEM: n=3,527, BHASE: n=12,839

Develop effective time management skills STEM: n=3,542, BHASE: n=12,911

Develop research skillsSTEM: n=3,521, BHASE: n=12,640

Develop your written communication skills STEM: n=3,541, BHASE: n=12,853

Develop ability to work well with others STEM: n=3,538, BHASE: n=12,810

Develop critical thinking skillsSTEM: n=3,549, BHASE: n=12,963

Gain job-specific knowledgeSTEM: n=3,524, BHASE: n=12,915

Develop ability to work independently STEM: n=3,539, BHASE: n=12,870

Develop your ability to learn independently STEM: n=3,551, BHASE: n=12,926

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Enhanced to 'a Great Extent'Through Post-Secondary Education by Area of Study

STEM BHASE


Survey Results


5.2 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching

Figure 5.2-1 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching

Q16. How satisfied are you with the quality of teaching in your program?



The majority of graduates (91%) were satisfied with the quality of teaching, with 50% ‘satisfied’ and 41%

‘very satisfied’. Certain demographic groups indicated that they felt particularly positive about the quality

of teaching that they experienced. Specifically, the following groups were significantly more likely to have

selected ‘very satisfied’ than some of their peers:

• Graduates who were younger than 21 or older than 40 years of age (a range of 50% to 61% selected 'very satisfied' compared to a range of 36% to 39% of graduates between 23 and 30 years of age).

• Graduates who were married, living with a partner, divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 47% to 49% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 39% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates with one or more dependent (50% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 40% of graduates with no dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (51% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 41% of graduates who did not).

• Graduates from Grande Prairie, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, rural Alberta, and another province or territory in Canada (a range of 44% to 48% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 36% to 39% of graduates from Edmonton, Calgary, and outside of Canada).

• From the subset of graduates who were asked, those who chose their program based on participation in an event, competition, or program (46% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 34% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income or their parents’ suggestions).

• Graduates who had participated in work experience related to their field of study while they were a student (43% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 38% of graduates who did not).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (43% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 34% of graduates of STEM programs).

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Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching (n=16,535)

Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching

Very dissatisfied Dissatisfied Satisfied Very Satisfied


Survey Results


• Graduates of Independent Academic Institutions and Teaching Universities (52% to 55% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 33% to 47% of graduates who attended other institutions).

• Graduates of the Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Humanities; and Education fields (a range of 45% to 53% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 31% to 34% of graduates of Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies and Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies).

• Graduates who received a certificate (49% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 36% to 44% who received a diploma, master’s degree, applied & bachelor’s degree, or a doctoral degree).

Table of Figures: Section 5.2: Student Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching

Figure 5.2-2 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Sector ......................................................................88

Figure 5.2-3 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Field of Study ..........................................................89

Figure 5.2-4 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Credential Type .......................................................90

Figure 5.2-2 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Sector




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Figure 5.2-3 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Field of Study




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Figure 5.2-4 Satisfaction with Quality of Teaching by Credential Type




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Survey Results


5.3 Student Satisfaction with Quality of Program

Figure 5.3-1 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program

Q17. How satisfied are you with the quality of your program at ___(provider name)___?



Most graduates (89%) were satisfied with the quality of their program, with 50% ‘satisfied’ and 39% ‘very

satisfied’. Certain demographic groups indicated that they felt particularly positive about the quality of their

program. Specifically, the following groups were significantly more likely to have selected ‘very satisfied’

than some of their peers:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (40% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 37%).

• Graduates who were younger than 23 or older than 30 years of age (a range of 42% to 65% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 34% to 36% of graduates between 23 and 30 years of age).


• Graduates with one or more dependents (49% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 37% of graduates with none).


• Graduates from Grande Prairie, rural Alberta, or another province or territory in Canada (a range of 42% to 47% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 36% of graduates from Calgary and outside of Canada).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on participation in an event, competition, or program and the reputation of the field (a range of 40% to 42% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 31% of graduates who chose their program based on their parents’ suggestions).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (41% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 36% who did not).

2% 9% 50% 39%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Satisfaction with Quality of the Program (n=16,535)

Satisfaction with Quality of the Program



Survey Results


• Graduates of BHASE programs (41% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 32% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions, Teaching Universities, Comprehensive Community Colleges, and Polytechnic Institutions (a range of 41% to 51% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 21% to 33% of their peers).

• Graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Education, Health and Related Fields; Business, Management and Public Administration; and Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (a range of 42% to 46% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 28% to 32% of graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies or Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies).

• Graduates who received a certificate, master’s degree, or diploma (a range of 42% to 46% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 34% who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 5.3: Student Satisfaction with Quality of Program

Figure 5.3-2 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Sector ................................................................92

Figure 5.3-3 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Field of Study .....................................................93

Figure 5.3-4 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Credential Type .................................................94

Figure 5.3-2 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Sector

Q17. How satisfied are you with the quality of your program at ___(provider name )___?



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Figure 5.3-3 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Field of Study




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Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 5.3-4 Satisfaction with Quality of the Program by Credential Type




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Diploma(n=4,552)




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Survey Results


5.4 Student Satisfaction with Overall Education Experience

Figure 5.4-1 Overall Quality of Educational Experience

Q18: How satisfied are you with the overall quality of your educational experience?



Most graduates (91%) were satisfied with the overall quality of their education experience, with 52%

‘satisfied’ and 39% ‘very satisfied’. Certain demographic groups indicated that they felt particularly positive

about the overall quality of their experience with post-secondary education. Specifically, the following

groups were significantly more likely to have selected ‘very satisfied’ than their peers:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (40% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 36%).

• Graduates who were older than 40 years of age (a range of 49% to 65% selected 'very satisfied' compared to a range of 34% to 36% of graduates between 23 and 30 years of age).


• Graduates with one or more dependents (48% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 37% of graduates without dependents).


• Graduates from another province or territory in Canada (45% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 36% to 38% of graduates from Edmonton, Calgary, and outside of Canada).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on the reputation of the field or participation in an event, competition or program (a range of 38% to 41% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 29% to 33% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income or their parent’s suggestions).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (41% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 36% who did not).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (41% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 31% of STEM graduates).

2% 7% 52% 39%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience (n=16,564)

Overall Quality of Educational Experience



Survey Results


• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions, Teaching Universities, Comprehensive Community Colleges, and Polytechnic Institutions (a range of 39% to 56% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 18% to 34% of their peers).

• Graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Education; Humanities; Business, Management and Public Administration; and Health and Related Fields (a range of 41% to 49% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to a range of 28% and 32% of graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Architecture, Natural Resources and Conservation).

• Graduates who received a certificate, master’s degree, or diploma (a range of 40% to 44% selected ‘very satisfied’ compared to 35% who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 5.4: Student Satisfaction with Overall Education Experience

Figure 5.4-2 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector ..............................................................96

Figure 5.4-3 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study...................................................97

Figure 5.4-4 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type ...............................................98

Figure 5.4-2 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector




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Figure 5.4-3 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study




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Survey Results


Figure 5.4-4 Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type




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Survey Results


5.5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis of Post-Secondary Education

Figure 5.5-1 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis

Q23: To what extent do you agree with the following statement: Given the benefits of post-secondary education, I

consider the___(program name)___. program to be worth the financial cost to me and/or my family?



Most graduates (80%) were satisfied with the perceived cost-benefit analysis of their overall education

experience, with 53% agreeing and 27% strongly agreeing that the benefits of post-secondary education

were worth the financial cost. Certain demographic groups indicated that they felt particularly positive

about the value of their overall education experience. Specifically, the following groups were significantly

more likely to have selected ‘strongly agree’ than some of their peers:

• Graduates who were between 31 and 60 years of age (a range of 30% to 39% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to the range of a range of 23% to 24% of graduates between 23 and 30 years of age).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner or divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 31% to 32% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 25% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates with one or more dependents (33% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 26% of graduates without dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (36% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 26% of graduates who did not).

• Domestic graduates (27% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 18% of international graduates).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on potential income or the reputation of the field (a range of 27% to 29% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 20% of graduates who chose their program based on or their parents’ suggestions).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (31% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 22% who did not).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (28% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 22% of STEM graduates).

6% 15% 53% 27%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Agreement that the benefits of post-secondary education were worth the cost (n=15,884)

Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis

Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree


Survey Results

Prepared by CCI Research Inc. ................................................................................................................. 100

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges and Polytechnic Institutions (a range of 27% to 30% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 24% of graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities).

• Graduates of Education, Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Health and Related Fields; Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; and Business, Management and Public Administration (a range of 29% to 34% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 14% of graduates who studied Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies).

• Graduates who received a certificate, master’s degree, or diploma (a range of 28% to 30% selected ‘strongly agree’ compared to 24% who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 5.5: Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis of Post-Secondary Education

Figure 5.5-2 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector ............................................................................101

Figure 5.5-3 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study ................................................................102

Figure 5.5-4 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type .............................................................103

Figure 5.5-5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Loans ....................................................................104

Figure 5.5-6 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Income .................................................................105


Survey Results


Figure 5.5-2 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector

Q23: To what extent do you agree with the following statement: Given the benefits of post-secondary Education, I

consider the ___(program name)___. program to be worth the financial cost to me and/or my family?



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Survey Results


Figure 5.5-3 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study





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Survey Results


Figure 5.5-4 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type





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Survey Results


Figure 5.5-5 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Loans




were excluded from analysis. Responses of $0 in loans were excluded from the calculations.

The perceived benefits of post-secondary education compared to the cost also appeared to be affected by

the amount of loans graduates owed at graduation. Graduates with less than $5,000 in total loans were

more likely to select ‘agree’ or ‘strongly agree’ compared to graduates with more than $25,000 in total

loans, with 87% of the former indicating that they agreed or strongly agreed that the benefits of their

education were worth the cost compared to 74% of the latter. In particular, graduates with less than $5,000

owed in student loans were more likely to indicate that they strongly agreed that the benefits of their

education outweighed the cost (31% compared to 22% of graduates with more than $25,000 owed in

loans).

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$0- $4,999 (n=350)

Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Loans



Survey Results


Figure 5.5-6 Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Income





The graduates’ total income also appeared to affect the perceived benefits of post-secondary education

compared to the cost. Graduates with an income of $100,000 or more were more likely to select ‘agree’ or

‘strongly agree’ as compared to graduates with annual incomes of less than $25,000, with 89% of the

former indicating that they agreed or strongly agreed that the benefits of their education were worth the

cost compared to 68% of the latter. In particular, graduates with an income of $100,000 or over were more

likely to indicate that they strongly agreed that the benefits of their education outweighed the cost (42%

compared to 19%).

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$45,000-$54,999 (n=1,386)

$55,000-$64,999 (n=1,062)

$65,000-$74,999 (n=870)

$75,000-$99,999 (n=1,118)

$100,000 or more (n=779)

Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Total Income



Survey Results


5.6 Historic Satisfaction

Table of Figures: Section 5.6: Historic Satisfaction

Figure 5.6-1 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector ....................108

Figure 5.6-2 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study ........109

Figure 5.6-3 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type .....110

Figure 5.6-4 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector ...............................................................112

Figure 5.6-5 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study ....................................................113

Figure 5.6-6 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type ................................................114

The historical satisfaction section compares graduate satisfaction between the current collection year and

the two previous survey periods to identify trends in student satisfaction. It looks at satisfaction with

overall quality of educational experience and perceived cost-benefit.

As compared to graduates of 2011/2012 and 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 were just slightly less

likely to indicate that they were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very satisfied’ with the overall quality of their educational

experience (92% and 92% vs. 91%, chronologically).

Looking at the result for the top response option compared to the previous survey period, it appears that a

smaller proportion of 2015/2016 graduates than 2013/2014 graduates reported that they were ‘very

satisfied’ (39% vs. 45%, respectively).

This pattern of change from 2013/2014 to 2015/2016 appears to reflect the change in results of graduates

from 2015/2016 and 2013/2014, respectively, in the following groups:

SECTOR

• Polytechnic Institutions (39% vs. 47%)

• Comprehensive Community Colleges (43% vs. 50%)

• Teaching Universities (48% vs. 56%)

FIELD OF STUDY


• Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies (32% vs. 39%)


• Health and Related Fields (42% vs. 48%)

• Humanities (43% vs. 49%)


• Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (37% vs. 45%)


Survey Results


CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Applied & Bachelor’s (35% vs. 40%)

• Diploma (40% vs. 49%)

• Certificate (44% vs. 50%)


Survey Results


Figure 5.6-1 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector


Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response”

responses were excluded from analysis.

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Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 5.6-2 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study




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Education (n=1,102) 2015/2016




2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=16,564) 2015/2016

Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 5.6-3 Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type




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Total (n=16,564) 2015/2016

Historic Satisfaction with Overall Quality of Educational Experience by Credential Type



Survey Results


As compared to graduates of 2011/2012 and 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 were less likely to

indicate that they ‘agreed’ or ‘strongly agreed’ that the benefit of their education was worth the financial

cost (85% and 83% vs. 80%, chronologically).


smaller proportion of 2015/2016 graduates than 2013/2014 graduates reported that they strongly agreed

(27% vs. 32%, respectively).



SECTOR

• Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (24% vs. 30%)




• Independent Academic Institutions (27% vs. 35%)

• Specialized Arts and Culture (17% vs. 26%)

FIELD OF STUDY







• Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (23% vs. 27%)

• Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (22% vs. 28%)

CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Applied & Bachelor’s (24% vs. 30%)

• Diploma (28% vs. 35%)


Survey Results


Figure 5.6-4 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector





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35%

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2013/2014


2011/2012

Community College 2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012



2011/2012

2013/2014

Total (n=15,884) 2015/2016

Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 5.6-5 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study


consider the ___(program name)___ program to be worth the financial cost to me and/or my family?



5%

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5%

6%

5%

5%

6%

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6%

5%

6%

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4%

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19%

15%

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11%

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15%

45%

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48%

55%

54%

51%

53%

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52%

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53%

50%

51%

50%

45%

56%

57%

51%

53%

54%

49%

54%

55%

51%

50%

56%

53%

54%

51%

51%

56%

58%

50%

53%

54%

51%

53%

30%

47%

36%

21%

28%

22%

26%

27%

23%

21%

21%

14%

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32%

29%

35%

35%

29%

27%

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32%

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37%

32%

27%

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2011/20122013/2014

Other (n=39) 2015/2016






2011/20122013/2014

Humanities (n=528) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014


2011/20122013/2014

Education (n=1,064) 2015/2016



'2011/2012Resources and Conservation 2013/2014Agriculture, Natural (n=576) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=15,884) 2015/2016

Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 5.6-6 Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type


consider the (program name) . program to be worth the financial cost to me and/or my family?



5%

6%

8%

4%

4%

5%

4%

5%

6%

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56%

52%

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53%

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48%

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51%

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31%

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31%

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32%

27%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/2012

2013/2014

Certificate (n=2,479) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014

Diploma (n=4,409) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014

Total (n=15,884) 2015/2016

Historic Perceived Cost-Benefit Analysis by Credential Type



Survey Results


6 Government-Sponsored Loans

This section covers the government-sponsored student loans that graduates received to pay for their post-

secondary education. This includes the number of students who received government-sponsored student

loans, the distribution of the amount received, the average amount received, and the amount of the

payment from the month before responding.

Table of Contents: Section 6: Government-Sponsored Loans

6.1 Number of Graduates with Government-Sponsored Student Loans ......................................116

6.2 Amount of Government-Sponsored Student Loans ...............................................................121

6.3 Payment Amount for Government-Sponsored Student Loans ...............................................133


Survey Results


6.1 Number of Graduates with Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.1-1 Government-Sponsored Loans

Q51: Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources?

Government student loans.



Nearly half of graduates (47%) received government-sponsored student loans over the course of their post-

secondary education. When looking only at domestic students this number increases to 49%. Certain

demographic groups were more like to receive government-sponsored loans than some of their peers14,

specifically:

• Domestic graduates (49% received government loans, compared to International graduates 5%).

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (48% received government loans, compared to 44% of males).

• Graduates who were between 23 and 40 years of age (a range of 46% to 55% received government loans, compared to a range of 21% to 40% of graduates who were younger than 23 or older than 40 years of age).

• Domestic graduates who were between 26 and 30 years of age (61% received government loans compared, to a range of 20% to 38% of graduates who were younger than 20 or older than 40 years of age).

• Graduates who were single, divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 49% to 52% received government loans compared, to 41% of graduates who were married or living with a partner). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

14 If the results for the domestic population were similar to the results for the total population the domestic results were not reported.

47%

49%

53%

51%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All Graduates (n=16,519)

Domestic Graduates (n=15,488)

Government-Sponsored Loans

Yes (Received government-sponsored loans)

No (Did not receivegovernment-sponsored loans)


Survey Results


• Graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability (60% received government loans compared, to 46% of graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who do not have any dependents (48% received government loans, compared to 43% of graduates with one or more dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Red Deer, Medicine Hat, and Lethbridge (a range of 56% to 60% received government loans, compared to 16% to 30% of graduates from Fort McMurray or outside of Canada). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on potential income or the reputation of the field (a range of 49% to 51% received government loans, compared to 40% of graduates who chose their program based on their parent’s suggestions. This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of BHASE programs (47% received government loans, compared to 45% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions and Teaching Universities (53% of each received government loans, compared to 45% of graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities).

• Domestic graduates from Independent Academic Institutions and Teaching Universities (a range of 54% to 57% received government loans, compared to 48% of domestic graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges or Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities).

• Graduates of Humanities; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; and Health and Related Fields (a range of 53% to 55% received government loans, compared to a range of 40% to 43% of graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Business, Management and Public Administration; Education, Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; and Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies).

• Domestic graduates of Humanities; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; Health and Related Fields; and Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (a range of 51% to 56% received government loans, compared to a range of 42% to 45% of domestic graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Education; and Business, Management and Public Administration).

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree or diploma (a range of 49% to 51% received government loans, compared to a range of 25% to 43% of their peers). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates. This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

It appears that some differences in results are not related to the demographics in question, but rather are

related to the difference in the ratio of domestic to international students within the demographic

subgroups; international students were less likely to receive government-sponsored loans.


Survey Results


Table of Figures: Section 6.1: Number of Graduates with Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.1-2 Government-Sponsored Loans by Sector ..............................................................................118

Figure 6.1-3 Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study ..................................................................119

Figure 6.1-4 Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type ...............................................................120

Figure 6.1-2 Government-Sponsored Loans by Sector





52%

53%

53%

46%

47%

45%

52%

57%

54%

48%

50%

48%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions Domestic (n=88), All (n=90)

Independent Academic Institutions Domestic (n=359), All (n=392)

Teaching UniversitiesDomestic (n=1,936), All (n=2,003)

Comprehensive Community Colleges Domestic (n=3,067), All (n=3,236)

Polytechnic InstitutionsDomestic (n=3,092), All (n=3,325)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities Domestic (n=6,946), All (n=7,473)

Government-Sponsored Loans by Sector

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 6.1-3 Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study


Government student loans?



36%

53%

49%

48%

43%

43%

55%

53%

42%

41%

43%

40%

34%

54%

51%

51%

44%

53%

56%

54%

43%

45%

48%

42%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

OtherDomestic (n=38), All (n=42)

Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies Domestic (n=610), All (n=627)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law Domestic (n=2,115), All (n=2,232)

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies Domestic (n=918), All (n=985)

Personal, Protective and Transportation ServicesDomestic (n=447), All (n=464)

Mathematics, Computer and Information SciencesDomestic (n=350), All (n=449)

HumanitiesDomestic (n=544), All (n=564)

Health and Related FieldsDomestic (n=3,801), All (n=3,907)

EducationDomestic (n=1,079), All (n=1,099)

Business, Management and Public AdministrationDomestic (n=2,881), All (n=3,148)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related TechnologiesDomestic (n=2,145), All (n=2,408)

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation Domestic (n=560), All (n=594)

Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 6.1-4 Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type





43%

49%

51%

34%

25%

45%

53%

52%

39%

29%

0% 20% 40% 60%

CertificateDomestic (n=2,433), All (2,562)

DiplomaDomestic (n=4,251), All (n=4,548)

Applied & BachelorDomestic (n=7,046), All (n=7,314)

Master's DegreeDomestic (n=1,502), All (n=1,755)

Doctoral DegreeDomestic (n=256), All (n=340)

Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type

Domestic All


Survey Results


6.2 Amount of Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.2-1 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans

Q55: At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you owe from all government student loans

accumulated during your entire post-secondary education?


were excluded from analysis. Responses of more than $200,000 were excluded from the results.

Graduates who reported receiving government-sponsored student loans were asked the amount they owed on those loans at graduation. The average amount owed was $27,326 and, when graduate who reported owing $0 were removed from this sample, the average amount was $30,000. The median amount these graduates owed at graduation (including those reporting no money owed) was $22,000. Certain demographic groups indicated that they owed a higher average amount in government-sponsored loans at graduation than some of their peers15. Specifically, when amounts of zero dollars were included, the groups who reported higher averages owed in government-sponsored student loans were:

• Graduates who were between 26 and 30 years of age (an average of $31,962 was owed in government student loans, compared to averages ranging from $17,745 to $20,932 that were owed by graduates who were younger than 23 or between 41 and 60 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


9%

4%

20%

20%

48%

9%

4%

20%

20%

48%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Zero

Less than $5,000

$5,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 or more

Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans

Domestic Graduates (n=6,409) All Graduates (n=6,440)


Survey Results


• Graduates who were single (an average of $28,041 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $24,874 that was owed by graduates who were married or living with a partner). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who did not have any dependents (an average of $27,852 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $24,504 that was owed by graduates with one or more dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person (an average of $27,479 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $24,335 that was owed by graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on the reputation of the field (an average of $28,972 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $24,125 that was owed by graduates who chose their program based on potential income). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field while they were a student (an average of $27,677 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $26,096 that was owed by graduates who did not). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, Independent Academic Institutions, and Teaching Universities (averages ranging from $27,805 to $34,805 were owed in government student loans, compared to averages ranging from $18,464 to $20,133 that were owed by graduates of Polytechnic Institutions and Comprehensive Community Colleges). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law; Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; and Health and Related Fields (averages ranging from $29,664 to $31,420 were owed in government student loans, compared to between averages ranging from $19,707 to $22,984 that were owed by graduates of the Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies and Personal, Protective and Transportation Services). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree (an average of $33,387 was owed in government student loans, compared to an average of $13,338 that was owed by who received a certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


Survey Results


Table of Figures: Section 6.2: Amount of Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.2-2 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans ..............................................................123

Figure 6.2-3 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of by Sector ........................................................124

Figure 6.2-4 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector .........125

Figure 6.2-5 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector ....................126

Figure 6.2-6 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study.................................................127

Figure 6.2-7 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study

.................................................................................................................................................................128

Figure 6.2-8 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study ........129

Figure 6.2-9 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type .............................................130

Figure 6.2-10 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential

Type .........................................................................................................................................................131

Figure 6.2-11 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type ...132

Figure 6.2-2 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans





$25,000

$29,944

$22,000

$27,326

$25,000

$29,961

$22,000

$27,357

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

Median (excluding zero) Domestic (n=5,852) All (n=5,877)

Average (excluding zero) Domestic (n=5,852) All (n=5,877)

MedianDomestic (n=6,409) All (n=6,440)

AverageDomestic (n=6,409) All (n=6,440)

Average Amount of Government-sponsored Loans

Domestic Graduates All Graduates


Survey Results


Figure 6.2-3 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of by Sector





10%

11%

4%

4%

8%

8%

7%

7%

7%

7%

11%

11%

3%

3%

2%

2%

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4%

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62%

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51%

29%

29%

32%

32%

60%

60%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=39)

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions Domestic (n=38)

All (n=181)

Independent Academic Institutions Domestic (n=179)

All (n=908)

Teaching Universities Domestic (n=904)

All (n=1,168)

Comprehensive Community Colleges Domestic (n=1,168)

All (n=1,277)

Polytechnic Institutions Domestic (n=1,271)

All (n=2,867)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities Domestic (n=2,849)

Amount of Government-sponsored Loans by Sector

Zero Less than $5,000 $5,000 to $14,999 $15,000 to $24,999 $25,000 or more


Survey Results


Figure 6.2-4 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector



Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. Responses of more

than $200,000 were excluded from the results.

$39,000

$30,000

$27,000

$16,000

$19,000

$35,000

$39,335

$33,142

$30,215

$19,840

$21,579

$37,778

$36,000

$30,000

$25,000

$15,000

$18,000

$30,000

$35,194

$31,846

$27,809

$18,464

$20,136

$33,694

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (n=38) (excluding zero n=34)

Independent Academic Institutions (n=179) (excluding zero n=172)

Teaching Universities(n=904) (excluding zero n=832)

Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=1,168) (excluding zero n=1,087)

Polytechnic Institutions(n=1,271) (excluding zero n=1,186)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (n=2,849) (excluding zero n=2,541)

Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector

Average Median Average (excluding zero) Median (excluding zero)


Survey Results


Figure 6.2-5 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector





$38,000

$30,000

$27,000

$16,000

$19,000

$34,375

$38,782

$33,221

$30,200

$19,840

$21,587

$37,713

$35,000

$30,000

$25,000

$15,000

$18,000

$30,000

$34,805

$31,936

$27,805

$18,464

$20,133

$33,595

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000




Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=1,168) (excluding zero n=1,087)

Polytechnic Institutions(n=1,277) (excluding zero n=1,191)


Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector

Average Median Average (excluding zero) Median(excluding zero)


Survey Results


Figure 6.2-6 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study




were excluded from analysis. Responses of more than $200,000 were excluded from the results. Groups with fewer

than 10 respondents were not included.

36%

8%

8%

9%

9%

11%

11%

9%

9%

10%

9%

12%

12%

7%

7%

16%

16%

9%

9%

7%

7%

7%

7%

5%

5%

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3%

3%

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4%

5%

5%

4%

4%

5%

5%

4%

4%

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3%

3%

3%

1%

1%

19%

19%

16%

16%

14%

14%

32%

32%

23%

23%

18%

18%

21%

21%

14%

14%

21%

20%

25%

25%

20%

20%

18%

20%

20%

16%

16%

17%

17%

21%

21%

19%

19%

17%

17%

19%

19%

14%

14%

22%

22%

27%

27%

25%

25%

45%

48%

48%

56%

56%

56%

56%

34%

34%

43%

44%

48%

49%

49%

49%

52%

52%

45%

45%

38%

38%

46%

46%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

OtherAll (n=11)

All (n=274)

Visual and Performing Arts, and Com. Tech. Domestic (n=273)

All (n=914)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law Domestic (n=913)

All (n=389)

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies Domestic (n=385)

All (n=159)

Personal, Protective and Transportation Domestic (n=159)

All (n=150)

Mathematics, Computer and Info. Sci Domestic (n=148)

All (n=262)

HumanitiesDomestic (n=258)

All (n=1,707)

Health and Related Fields Domestic (n=1,701)

All (n=396)

EducationDomestic (n=394)

All (n=1,085)

Business, Management and Public Admin. Domestic (n=1,080)

All (n=889)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Tech Domestic (n=887)

All (n=204)

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation Domestic (n=202)

Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 6.2-7 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study




than $200,000 were excluded from the results. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.

$25,000

$30,000

$30,000

$20,000

$23,000

$27,000

$25,000

$30,000

$24,000

$20,000

$24,000

$29,406

$34,512

$33,669

$21,760

$26,471

$31,058

$31,923

$32,940

$27,298

$24,645

$26,072

$23,000

$28,000

$28,000

$17,560

$20,000

$24,000

$23,000

$25,000

$20,000

$20,000

$21,500

$27,144

$31,412

$30,083

$19,707

$24,145

$27,447

$29,709

$27,506

$24,871

$22,978

$24,265

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000 $60,000

Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (n=273) (excluding zero n=252)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (n=913) (excluding zero n=831)

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies (n=385) (excluding zero n=344)

Personal, Protective and Transportation Services(n=159) (excluding zero n=144)

Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (n=148) (excluding zero n=135)

Humanities(n=258) (excluding zero n=228)

Health and Related Fields(n=1,701) (excluding zero n=1,583)

Education(n=394) (excluding zero n=329)

Business, Management and Public Administration(n=1,080) (excluding zero n=984)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies (n=887) (excluding zero n=827)

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (n=202) (excluding zero n=188)

Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 6.2-8 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study





$25,000

$30,000

$30,000

$20,000

$23,000

$26,000

$25,000

$30,000

$24,000

$20,000

$24,000

$29,369

$34,516

$33,618

$21,760

$26,471

$30,897

$31,887

$32,996

$27,262

$24,648

$26,218

$24,000

$23,000

$29,000

$28,000

$17,560

$20,000

$24,000

$23,000

$25,000

$20,000

$20,000

$21,500

$32,091

$27,118

$31,420

$30,075

$19,707

$23,824

$27,241

$29,664

$27,580

$24,850

$22,984

$24,419

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000 $60,000

Other(n=11)



Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies(n=389) (excluding zero n=348)


Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences(n=150) (excluding zero n=135)




Business, Management and Public Administration(n=1,085) (excluding zero n=989)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies(n=889) (excluding zero n=829)


Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 6.2-9 Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type





10%

10%

5%

5%

8%

8%

20%

20%

30%

34%

9%

9%

4%

4%

3%

3%

2%

2%

4%

1%

45%

46%

22%

22%

13%

13%

11%

11%

11%

9%

23%

23%

29%

29%

15%

15%

14%

14%

11%

12%

12%

12%

40%

40%

61%

61%

53%

54%

45%

44%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=839)

CertificateDomestic (n=836)

All (n=1,850)

DiplomaDomestic (n=1,845)

All (n=3,170)

Applied & Bachelor Domestic (n=3,162)

All (n=505)

Master's DegreeDomestic (n=498)

All (n=76)

Doctoral DegreeDomestic (n=68)

Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans by Credential Type



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Figure 6.2-10 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type





$12,000

$20,000

$32,000

$34,000

$30,000

$14,828

$23,901

$36,328

$37,605

$38,679

$10,000

$20,000

$30,000

$27,000

$20,000

$13,338

$22,631

$33,410

$30,205

$25,597

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

Certificate(n=836) (excluding zero n=752)

Diploma(n=1,845) (excluding zero n=1,747)

Applied & Bachelor(n=3,162) (excluding zero n=2,908)

Master's Degree(n=498) (excluding zero n=400)

Doctoral Degree(n=68) (excluding zero n=45)

Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type



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Figure 6.2-11 Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type





$12,000

$20,000

$32,000

$34,000

$30,000

$14,842

$23,916

$36,295

$37,562

$36,774

$10,000

$20,000

$30,000

$26,000

$20,000

$13,338

$22,650

$33,387

$29,901

$25,645

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000






Average Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


6.3 Payment Amount for Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.3-1 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month

Q56: What was your last month’s payment for all government student loans?



Graduates who reported receiving government-sponsored student loans were also asked the amount they paid on those loans the month before completing the survey. The average amount paid was $367 and, when graduate who reported paying $0 were removed from this sample, the average amount was $519. The median amount these graduates paid (including those reporting no money paid) was $200. Certain demographic groups had higher averages of reported amounts owed in government-sponsored loans at graduation than some of their peers16. Specifically, when amounts of zero dollars were included, the groups who reported higher averages paid in government-sponsored student loans were:

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (an average of $432 was paid for government student loans in the previous month, compared to an average of $334). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

16 If the results for the domestic population were similar to the results for the total population the domestic results

were not reported.

29%

29%

24%

13%

3%

1%

29%

29%

24%

13%

3%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Zero

Less than $250

$250 to $499

$500 to $999

$1,000 to $4,999

$5,000 or more

Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month



Survey Results


• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions (an average of $655 was paid for government student loans in the previous month, compared to an average of $294 that was paid by graduates of Comprehensive Community Colleges). Domestic graduates did not differ from the total population in this demographic. This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 6.3: Payment Amount for Government-Sponsored Student Loans

Figure 6.3-2 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month .........135

Figure 6.3-3 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Sector .......136

Figure 6.3-4 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector

.................................................................................................................................................................137

Figure 6.3-5 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector.....138

Figure 6.3-6 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Field of Study

.................................................................................................................................................................139

Figure 6.3-7 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field

of Study ....................................................................................................................................................140

Figure 6.3-8 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of

Study ........................................................................................................................................................141

Figure 6.3-9 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Credential

Type .........................................................................................................................................................142

Figure 6.3-10 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by

Credential Type ........................................................................................................................................143

Figure 6.3-11 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential

Type .........................................................................................................................................................144


Survey Results


Figure 6.3-2 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month




$300

$519

$200

$367

$300

$520

$200

$368

$- $500 $1,000 $1,500

Median (excluding zero)Domestic (n=3,841), All (n=3,859)

Average (excluding zero)Domestic (n=3,841), All (n=3,859)

MedianDomestic (n=5,427), All (n=5,454)

AverageDomestic (n=5,427), All (n=5,454)

Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loansfor the Previous Month



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Figure 6.3-3 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Sector




41%

42%

27%

27%

24%

24%

22%

22%

26%

26%

36%

36%

9%

6%

21%

21%

30%

30%

45%

45%

39%

39%

18%

18%

28%

29%

23%

23%

30%

30%

24%

24%

23%

23%

23%

23%

22%

23%

21%

22%

13%

13%

5%

5%

8%

8%

18%

18%

4%

4%

3%

3%

2%

2%

2%

2%

5%

5%

4%

4%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=32)


All (n=135)


All (n=793)


All (n=1,000)

Comprehensive Community Colleges Domestic (n=999)

All (n=1,095)


All (n=2,399)


Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Sector

Zero Less than $250 $250 to $499 $500 to $999 $1,000 to $4,999 More than $5,000


Survey Results


Figure 6.3-4 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector




$447

$400

$300

$200

$215

$380

$447

$907

$528

$378

$492

$580

$250

$250

$210

$160

$168

$200

$260

$662

$404

$294

$365

$374

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000




Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=999) (excluding zero n=777)

Polytechnic Institutions(n=1,091) (excluding zero n=809)


Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector



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Figure 6.3-5 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector




$440

$400

$300

$200

$215

$380

$430

$902

$528

$377

$491

$579

$225

$250

$210

$160

$168

$200

$255

$655

$404

$294

$364

$373

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (excluding zero n=19), All (n=32)

Independent Academic Institutions (excluding zero n=98), All (n=135)

Teaching Universities(excluding zero n=606), All (n=793)

Comprehensive Community Colleges (excluding zero n=778), All (n=1,000)

Polytechnic Institutions(excluding zero n=812), All (n=1,095)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (excluding zero n=1,546), All (n=2,399)

Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Sector



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Figure 6.3-6 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Field of Study




than 10 respondents were supressed.

32%

32%

30%

30%

46%

47%

25%

25%

34%

33%

42%

41%

23%

23%

24%

24%

29%

29%

31%

31%

29%

29%

33%

33%

26%

26%

15%

15%

47%

47%

23%

23%

23%

23%

30%

30%

25%

25%

31%

31%

33%

33%

26%

26%

21%

21%

25%

25%

16%

16%

21%

21%

29%

30%

21%

21%

27%

27%

25%

25%

25%

25%

22%

22%

32%

32%

12%

12%

15%

15%

16%

16%

4%

4%

11%

11%

11%

11%

14%

15%

20%

20%

12%

12%

10%

10%

9%

9%

1%

1%

3%

3%

4%

4%

1%

1%

1%

2%

3%

3%

5%

5%

5%

5%

2%

2%

2%

2%

3%

3%

1%

1%

2%

2%

2%

2%

1%

1%

2%

2%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

2%

2%

1%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=233)


All (n=769)


All (n=312)


All (n=144)


All (n=134)


All (n=190)


All (n=1,507)


All (n=332)


All (n=891)

Business, Management and Public Admin. Domestic (n=889)

All (n=767)


All (n=166)


Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Field of Study

Zero Less than $250 $250 to $499 $500 to $999 $1,000 to $4,999 $5,000 or more


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Figure 6.3-7 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study




$250

$300

$400

$200

$300

$300

$300

$360

$293

$250

$295

$328

$444

$732

$460

$450

$644

$471

$594

$566

$619

$452

$167

$200

$78

$159

$185

$124

$200

$250

$186

$160

$200

$222

$311

$388

$345

$300

$381

$361

$450

$400

$425

$320

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000









Business, Management and Public Administration(n=889) (excluding zero n=629)



Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 6.3-8 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study





$250

$300

$400

$200

$300

$300

$300

$362

$293

$250

$295

$327

$444

$726

$460

$450

$640

$470

$594

$566

$619

$450

$165

$200

$85

$159

$170

$120

$200

$250

$186

$160

$200

$222

$311

$389

$345

$296

$374

$360

$451

$401

$425

$320

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000












Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 6.3-9 Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Credential Type




23%

23%

25%

25%

32%

32%

39%

39%

47%

49%

56%

56%

36%

36%

20%

20%

14%

14%

15%

14%

12%

12%

28%

28%

25%

25%

25%

26%

17%

17%

5%

5%

8%

8%

18%

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18%

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17%

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2%

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2%

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4%

4%

4%

3%

5%

5%

2%

2%

1%

1%

1%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=702)


All (n=1,597)


All (n=2,652)

Applied & BachelorDomestic (n=2,646)

All (n=437)


All (n=66)


Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans for the Previous Month by Credential Type

Zero Less than $250 $250 to $499 $500 to $999 $1,000 to $4,999 $5,000 or more


Survey Results


Figure 6.3-10 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type




$160

$250

$350

$400

$325

$458

$450

$598

$433

$484

$140

$200

$220

$200

$50

$353

$338

$409

$266

$246

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000






Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 6.3-11 Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type




$160

$250

$350

$400

$300

$456

$450

$597

$435

$473

$140

$200

$220

$200

$80

$352

$338

$409

$266

$251

$- $250 $500 $750 $1,000






Average Payment Amount of Government-Sponsored Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type



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7 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received

This section covers scholarships, awards, and bursaries graduates received to pay for their post-secondary

education. This includes the proportion of graduates who received scholarships, awards, and bursaries;

distribution of the amounts received; and the average amount received.

Table of Contents: Section 7: Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received

7.1 Number of Graduates with Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries ...........................................146

7.2 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries ....................................................................151


Survey Results


7.1 Number of Graduates with Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Figure 7.1-1 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received


Scholarships, awards or bursaries.



Two thirds of graduates (67%) received scholarships, awards, and bursaries over the course of their post-

secondary education. When looking only at domestic students, this number increases to 68%. Certain

demographic groups indicated that they received scholarships, awards, and bursaries at a higher rate than

some of their peers,17 specifically:

• Domestic graduates (68% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 48% of International graduates).

• Graduates who were between 23 and 25 years of age (78% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to a range of 39% to 45% of graduates who were older than 40 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were single (72% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to a range of 51% to 54% of graduates who were married, living with a partner, divorced, separated, or widowed). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates without dependents (72% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 48% of graduates with one or more dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from rural Alberta, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge, and Edmonton (a range of 69% to 72% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 55% of graduates from Fort McMurray). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

17 If the results for the domestic population were similar to the results for the total population, the domestic results

were not reported.

67%

68%

33%

32%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received

Yes (Received scholarships,awards, or bursaries)

No (Did not receive scholarships,awards, or bursaries)


Survey Results


• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on information provided by their teacher, participation in an event, competition or program, or the reputation of the field (a range of 68% to 73% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 58% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (66% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 60% who did not participate in work experience related to their field of study). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of STEM programs (76% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 64% of BHASE graduates). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, and Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (a range of 76% to 85% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to a range of 48% to 55% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions and Comprehensive Community Colleges). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; and Humanities (a range of 77% to 89% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 51% of graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree (91% received scholarships, awards, and bursaries, compared to 37% of graduates who received a certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 7.1: Number of Graduates with Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Figure 7.1-2 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector ......................................................148

Figure 7.1-3 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study ..........................................149

Figure 7.1-4 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type .......................................150


Survey Results


Figure 7.1-2 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector




76%

85%

69%

48%

55%

78%

76%

86%

70%

50%

57%

79%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 7.1-3 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study




45%

81%

70%

89%

51%

65%

77%

60%

68%

61%

68%

78%

42%

81%

72%

90%

52%

67%

77%

61%

69%

63%

69%

78%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%













Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 7.1-4 Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type




37%

61%

78%

71%

91%

38%

64%

79%

70%

91%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%






Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type

Domestic All


Survey Results


7.2 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Figure 7.2-1 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received

Q57: In total, approximately how much did you receive in scholarships, awards and/or bursaries during your post-

secondary studies?


were excluded from analysis. Responses of more than $200,000 were excluded from the results. All responses to this

question were greater than zero.

Graduates who reported receiving scholarships, bursaries, or awards were asked the amount they had received during their post-secondary studies. The average amount received was $9,628 and the median was $4,000. Certain demographic groups reported receiving higher scholarships, awards, and bursaries on average than some of their peers18. Specifically, the groups who reported higher averages received in scholarships, bursaries, or awards were:

• International graduates (an average of $25,626 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to an average of $8,978 that was received by domestic graduates).

• Graduates who were between 31 and 50 years of age (averages ranging from $14,258 to $16,861 were received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to averages ranging from $2,638 to $7,389 that were received by graduates who were younger than 26 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


were not reported.

55%

30%

7%

8%

56%

31%

6%

7%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Less than $5,000

$5,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 or more

Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received



Survey Results


• Male graduates compared to female graduates (an average of $10,405 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to an average of $9,190).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (an average of $12,413 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries that was compared to an average of $8,979 that was received by graduates who were single). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Domestic graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (an average of $11,154 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to an average of $8,888 that was received by domestic graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person). The total population did not show any significant differences between these demographic groups.

• Graduates from another province or territory in Canada (an average of $13,697 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to averages ranging from $6,528 to $8,584 that were received by graduates from Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, and rural Alberta). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on information provided by their teacher and income participation in an event, competition, or program (averages ranging from $15,443 to $16,035 were received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to an average of $6,577 that was received by graduates who chose their program based on potential income). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of STEM programs (an average of $13,647 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared an average of $8,300 that was received BHASE graduates). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (an average of $14,081 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to averages ranging from $3,588 to $6,054 that were received by graduates of Teaching Universities, Polytechnic Institutions, Comprehensive Community Colleges, and Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Humanities (averages ranging from $12,370 to $15,839 were received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to averages ranging from $5,197 to $6,848 that were received by graduates of the Business, Management and Public Administration; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; and Personal, Protective and Transportation Services). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree (an average of $83,783 was received in scholarships, awards, and bursaries compared to averages ranging from $3,882 to $4,218 that were received by graduates who received a diploma or a certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

It appears some differences in results are not related to the demographics in question, but rather are

related to the difference in the ratio of domestic to international students within the demographic


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subgroups; international students had reported a higher average of scholarships, awards, and bursaries

received.

Table of Figures: Section 7.2: Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Figure 7.2-2 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received......................................153

Figure 7.2-3 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector ....................................154

Figure 7.2-4 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by

Sector .......................................................................................................................................................155

Figure 7.2-5 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Sector

.................................................................................................................................................................156

Figure 7.2-6 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study ........................157

Figure 7.2-7 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by

Field of Study ...........................................................................................................................................158

Figure 7.2-8 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Field of

Study ........................................................................................................................................................159

Figure 7.2-9 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type .....................160

Figure 7.2-10 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates

by Credential Type ...................................................................................................................................161

Figure 7.2-11 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by

Credential Type ........................................................................................................................................162

Figure 7.2-2 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received


secondary studies?


than $200,000 were excluded from the results. All responses to this question were greater than zero.

$4,000

$9,628

$4,000

$8,978

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000

Median(n=8,174)

Average(n=8,174)

Domestic Median (n=7,850)

Domestic Average (n=7,850)

Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-3 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector


secondary studies?




71%

73%

56%

54%

61%

61%

77%

77%

74%

74%

41%

42%

29%

27%

31%

32%

30%

30%

19%

19%

22%

22%

36%

37%

5%

5%

5%

5%

2%

2%

2%

2%

10%

9%

8%

9%

4%

4%

2%

2%

2%

2%

13%

12%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=49)


All (n=251)


All (n=1,061)

Teaching Universities Domestic (n=1,048)

All (n=1,140)

Comprehensive Community Colleges Domestic (n=1,120)

All (n=1,405)


All (n=4,268)


Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Sector

Less than $5,000 $5,000 to $14,999 $15,000 to $24,999 $25,000 or more


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-4 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by Sector


secondary studies?



$2,550

$4,000

$3,000

$2,000

$2,350

$5,000

$3,558

$8,135

$6,074

$3,816

$4,113

$12,924

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000







Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Received by Domestic Graduates by Sector

Average Median


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-5 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Sector


secondary studies?



$2,600

$4,000

$3,000

$2,000

$2,100

$5,000

$3,588

$7,882

$6,054

$3,785

$4,061

$14,081

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000








Received by All Graduates by Sector

Average Median


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-6 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Field of Study


secondary studies?


were excluded from analysis. Responses of more than $200,000 were excluded from results. All responses to this


33%

40%

65%

66%

52%

52%

37%

38%

74%

73%

52%

53%

44%

45%

58%

58%

52%

53%

58%

59%

56%

58%

60%

62%

25%

20%

27%

26%

32%

32%

40%

41%

18%

18%

29%

33%

35%

35%

28%

29%

34%

34%

31%

31%

29%

30%

24%

24%

25%

30%

4%

4%

7%

7%

9%

10%

5%

6%

8%

8%

9%

9%

6%

6%

7%

7%

5%

5%

6%

5%

7%

7%

17%

10%

4%

4%

9%

9%

13%

12%

3%

3%

11%

6%

12%

12%

7%

7%

7%

7%

6%

6%

10%

7%

9%

7%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=12)

OtherDomestic (n=10)

All (n=357)


All (n=1,122)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law Domestic (n=1,100)

All (n=644)


All (n=183)


All (n=193)

Mathematics, Computer and Info. Sci. Domestic (n=162)

All (n=303)


All (n=1,730)


All (n=545)


All (n=1,462)

Business, Management and Public Admin. Domestic (n=1,396)

All (n=1,273)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Tech Domestic (n=1,162)

All (n=350)


Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 7.2-7 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study


secondary studies?



$5,000

$3,000

$4,000

$6,000

$2,000

$4,000

$5,000

$3,500

$4,000

$3,000

$3,000

$3,000

$14,230

$5,534

$10,830

$14,934

$5,278

$8,829

$11,844

$8,699

$9,161

$6,700

$8,359

$7,698

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000

OtherAll (n=10)






Humanities (n=294)


Education (n=538)





Received by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study

Average Median


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-8 Average Amount Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Field of Study


secondary studies?



$6,500

$3,000

$4,000

$6,000

$2,000

$4,000

$5,000

$3,600

$4,000

$3,250

$3,500

$3,000

$14,858

$5,756

$10,776

$15,839

$5,197

$11,370

$12,370

$8,961

$9,269

$6,884

$10,518

$9,343

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000

OtherAll (n=12)






Humanities (n=303)


Education (n=545)





Received by All Graduates by Field of Study

Average Median


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-9 Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Credential Type


secondary studies?




78%

79%

74%

74%

48%

48%

33%

35%

6%

6%

17%

17%

21%

21%

38%

38%

32%

34%

8%

6%

2%

2%

2%

2%

8%

8%

14%

13%

9%

10%

2%

2%

2%

2%

6%

6%

21%

18%

77%

79%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=672)


All (n=2,136)


All (n=4,272)


All (n=881)


All (n=213)


Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

Received by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 7.2-10 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type


secondary studies?



$2,000

$2,500

$5,000

$6,250

$85,000

$3,914

$4,267

$7,821

$16,037

$86,552

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000

Certificate (n=656)

Diploma(n=2,091)


Master's Degree (n=760)


Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type

Average Median


Survey Results


Figure 7.2-11 Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Credential Type


secondary studies?



$2,000

$2,250

$5,000

$7,500

$80,000

$3,882

$4,218

$8,018

$17,000

$83,783

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000

Certificate (n=672)

Diploma(n=2,136)




Average Amount of Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries Received by All Graduates by Credential Type

Average Median


Survey Results


8 Family Assistance or Loans

This section covers the family assistance or loans that graduates received to pay for their post-secondary

education. This includes the proportion of graduates who received family assistance or loans, the

distribution of the amounts received, the average amount received, and the amount of loans to be repaid.

Table of Contents: Section 8: Family Assistance or Loans

8.1 Number of Graduates with Family Assistance and Loans .......................................................164

8.2 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans ................................................................................169

8.3 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans to be Repaid ...........................................................181


Survey Results


8.1 Number of Graduates with Family Assistance and Loans

Figure 8.1-1 Family Assistance or Loans

Q53: Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Family

assistance or loans.



Half of graduates (50%) received family assistance or loans over the course of their post-secondary

education. Certain demographic groups were more likely to receive family assistance or loans than some of

their peers19,specifically:

• International graduates (53% received family assistance or loans, compared to 50% domestic graduates).

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (52% received family assistance or loans, compared to 49%). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were younger than 31 years of age (a range of 51% to 63% received family assistance or loans, compared to a range of 13% to 35% of graduates who were older than 30 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were single (57% received family assistance or loans, compared to 25% of graduates who were divorced, separated, or widowed). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person (50% received family assistance or loans, compared to 39% of graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


were not reported.

50%

50%

50%

50%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Family Assistance or Loans

Yes (Received familyassistance or loans)

No (Did not receive familyassistance or loans)


Survey Results


• Graduates who do not have any dependents (55% received family assistance or loans compared to 28% of graduates with one or more dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from rural Alberta (52% received family assistance or loans, compared to 47% of graduates from another province or territory in Canada).

• Domestic graduates from rural Alberta and Calgary (a range of 51% to 52% received family assistance or loans, compared to 47% of domestic graduates from another province or territory in Canada).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on their parent’s suggestions (63% received family assistance or loans, compared to a range of 45% to 51% of graduates who chose their program based on the reputation of the field or potential income). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of STEM programs (56% received family assistance or loans, compared to 48% of graduates of BHASE programs). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions, Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions, and Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (a range of 54% to 61% received family assistance or loans, compared to 39% of graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges).

• Domestic graduates from Independent Academic Institutions (61% received family assistance or loans, compared to 39% of domestic graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges).

• Graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; and Humanities (a range of 56% to 64% received family assistance or loans, compared to a range of 43% to 57% of graduates of Health and Related Technologies; Business, Management and Public Administration; Education; and Personal, Protective and Transportation Services). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree (59% received family assistance or loans, compared to a range of 35% to 37% of their master’s degree, certificate, and doctoral degree). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 8.1: Number of Graduates with Family Assistance and Loans

Figure 8.1-2 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Sector .....................166

Figure 8.1-3 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study ..........167

Figure 8.1-4 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type ......168


Survey Results


Figure 8.1-2 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Sector

Q53. Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Family




55%

61%

52%

39%

48%

54%

54%

61%

52%

39%

47%

54%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80%







Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Sector

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 8.1-3 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study





29%

64%

52%

64%

43%

51%

56%

46%

44%

46%

51%

57%

29%

64%

52%

65%

44%

51%

55%

46%

44%

45%

51%

58%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80%













Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 8.1-4 Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type





37%

49%

59%

37%

35%

36%

48%

59%

35%

38%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

CertificateDomestic (n=2,415), All (n=2,544)





Proportion of Graduates who Received Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type

Domestic All


Survey Results


8.2 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans

Figure 8.2-1 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans

Q58: At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you receive from your family for education-related

financial assistance that you did not need to repay? Q59: At the time of your graduation, approximately how much

education-related financial assistance did you have to pay back to your family?


were excluded from analysis. These numbers are the sum of the amount of money graduates received from their

family for education-related financial assistance that they did not need to repay (Q58) and the amount of money

graduates received from their family for education-related financial assistance that they did need to repay (Q59). Only

graduates who provided responses of $200,000 or less to questions 58 and 59 were included in these results.

Graduates who reported receiving family assistance and loans were asked the amount that they needed to repay and the amount they received that they did not need to repay for family assistance and loans at the time of graduation. The sum of these two questions was then used as the total amount of family assistance and loans. The average total amount was $16,136 and, when graduate who reported $0 to both questions were removed from this sample, the average amount was $18,008. The median amount these graduates received (including those reporting no money in total) was $10,000. Certain demographic groups indicated that they received more in family assistance and loans on average than some of their peers20. Specifically, when amounts of zero dollars were included, the groups who reported higher total averages received in family assistance and loans were:


were not reported.

10%

18%

31%

19%

22%

11%

19%

31%

19%

20%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Zero

Less than $5,000

$5,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 or more

Amount of Family Assistance or Loans



Survey Results


• International graduates (an average of $41,157 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $14,606 that was received by domestic graduates).

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (an average of $16,984 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $15,573). Domestic graduates did not show significant differences in this demographic.

• Graduates who were younger than 23 years of age or between 31 and 60 years of age (averages ranging from $7,248 to $13,758 were received in family assistance and loans compared to an average of $18,994 that was received by graduates who were between 23 and 25 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were single (an average of $16,893 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to averages ranging from $10,136 to $12,924 that were received by graduates who were married, living with a partner, divorced, separated, or widowed).

• Domestic graduates who were single (an average of $15,283 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $11,616 that was received by domestic graduates who were married or living with a partner).

• Graduates who do not have any dependents (an average of $16,532 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average $12,640 that was received by domestic graduates with one or more dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person (an average of $16,248 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $12,578 that was received by graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of STEM programs (an average of $18,412 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $15,345 that was received by BHASE graduates). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities and Independent Academic Institutions (averages ranging from $18,228 to $20,694 were received in family assistance and loans, compared to averages ranging from $8,669 to $10,382 that were received by graduates of Comprehensive Community Colleges and Polytechnic Institutions). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies (an average of $17,230 was received in family assistance and loans, compared to averages ranging from $10,692 to $12,935 that were received by graduates of Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies, and Personal, Protective and Transportation Services). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree or doctoral degree (averages ranging from $18,208 to $20,263 that were received in family assistance and loans, compared to an average of $7,496 that was received by graduates who received a certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


Survey Results


Table of Figures: Section 8.2: Amount of Family Assistance and Loans

Figure 8.2-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans....................................................................171

Figure 8.2-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Sector ..................................................................172

Figure 8.2-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Sector

.................................................................................................................................................................173

Figure 8.2-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Sector ..........174

Figure 8.2-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study ......................................................175

Figure 8.2-7 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Field of

Study ........................................................................................................................................................176

Figure 8.2-8 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Field of Study

.................................................................................................................................................................177

Figure 8.2-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type ...................................................178

Figure 8.2-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type

.................................................................................................................................................................179

Figure 8.2-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by All Graduates by Credential Type ........180

Figure 8.2-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans


financial assistance that you did not need to repay?

Q59: At the time of your graduation, approximately how much education-related financial assistance did you have to

pay back to your family?

Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. These numbers

are the sum of the amount of money graduates received from their family for education-related financial assistance

that they did not need to repay (Q58) and the amount of money graduates received from their family for education-

related financial assistance that they did need to repay (Q59). Only graduates who provided responses of $200,000 or

less to questions 58 and 59 were included in these results.

$12,000

$18,008

$10,000

$16,136

$10,000

$16,380

$10,000

$14,606

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

Median (excluding zero)Domestic (n=3,580) All (n=3,819)

Average (excluding zero)Domestic (n=3,580) All (n=3,819)



Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Sector









28%

28%

8%

8%

10%

11%

14%

14%

11%

12%

9%

9%

11%

11%

19%

19%

19%

19%

29%

31%

24%

26%

12%

12%

22%

22%

27%

30%

27%

27%

35%

36%

39%

40%

28%

28%

6%

6%

18%

19%

23%

23%

14%

13%

15%

14%

21%

22%

33%

33%

29%

25%

21%

20%

8%

6%

10%

7%

30%

28%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=18)


All (n=118)


All (n=546)


All (n=630)


All (n=796)

Polytechnic Institutions Domestic (n=738)

All (n=2,154)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Sector










$15,000

$12,000

$12,000

$6,000

$8,000

$15,000

$18,885

$18,767

$16,102

$9,011

$10,328

$20,452

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$5,000

$6,000

$15,000

$13,639

$17,203

$14,367

$7,711

$9,083

$18,541

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000





Polytechnic Institutions(n=738) (excluding zero n=649)


Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Recieved by Domestic Graduates by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Sector










$15,000

$15,000

$13,000

$7,000

$10,000

$17,000

$18,885

$19,733

$16,512

$10,058

$11,722

$22,743

$10,000

$12,000

$10,000

$5,000

$7,000

$15,000

$13,639

$18,228

$14,788

$8,669

$10,382

$20,694

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000







Average Amount of Family Assistance or LoansReceived by All Graduates by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study





were excluded from analysis. These are the sum of the amount of money graduates received from their family for

education-related financial assistance that they did not need to repay (Q58) and the amount of money graduates

received from their family for education-related financial assistance that they did need to repay (Q59). Only graduates

who provided responses of $200,000 or less to questions 58 and 59 were included in these results. Groups with fewer


10%

10%

11%

11%

8%

8%

13%

13%

6%

6%

15%

16%

12%

12%

8%

8%

11%

12%

9%

10%

7%

8%

23%

23%

17%

18%

12%

13%

19%

20%

11%

11%

10%

11%

20%

21%

16%

17%

17%

19%

18%

20%

23%

24%

31%

31%

28%

28%

28%

28%

49%

50%

37%

41%

28%

28%

28%

29%

32%

32%

29%

30%

35%

37%

36%

36%

18%

17%

18%

18%

29%

30%

10%

10%

26%

27%

20%

21%

19%

19%

20%

20%

17%

17%

18%

18%

19%

19%

17%

17%

26%

24%

23%

22%

9%

7%

20%

16%

26%

23%

20%

19%

23%

23%

25%

23%

20%

15%

15%

13%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=185)


All (n=566)


All (n=349)


All (n=109)


All (n=108)


All (n=144)


All (n=918)

Health and Related Fields Domestic (n=896)

All (n=250)


All (n=727)


All (n=720)


All (n=180)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-7 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study









less to questions 58 and 59 were included in these results. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.

$10,000

$12,000

$15,000

$8,000

$12,000

$15,000

$10,000

$12,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$13,888

$18,031

$18,670

$12,301

$17,600

$17,487

$16,935

$17,473

$16,381

$14,424

$13,221

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$7,000

$11,500

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$9,700

$12,446

$16,075

$17,230

$10,692

$16,622

$14,679

$14,875

$15,993

$14,381

$12,935

$12,222

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000







Health and Related Fields(n=896) (excluding zero n=787)





Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-8 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Field of Study






were calculated by adding the amount of money graduates received from their family for education-related financial

assistance that they did not need to repay (Q58) and the amount of money graduates received from their family for

education-related financial assistance that they did need to repay (Q59). Only graduates who provided responses of

$200,000 or less toquestions 58 and 59 were included in these results. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were

supressed.

$10,000

$13,500

$15,000

$9,000

$14,000

$15,000

$10,000

$12,000

$12,000

$10,000

$10,000

$13,937

$20,006

$19,548

$12,674

$20,545

$19,311

$17,372

$17,486

$18,553

$17,821

$15,977

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$7,000

$12,500

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$12,506

$17,885

$18,036

$11,046

$19,404

$16,361

$15,290

$16,017

$16,435

$16,162

$14,823

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000












Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type









13%

14%

12%

13%

8%

8%

15%

17%

15%

19%

32%

33%

24%

25%

13%

13%

13%

15%

10%

12%

41%

41%

35%

36%

27%

27%

30%

31%

39%

35%

8%

7%

18%

17%

23%

23%

18%

18%

15%

16%

6%

5%

12%

8%

30%

28%

23%

19%

21%

18%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=487)


All (n=1,084)


All (n=2,261)


All (n=358)


All (n=72)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type

Q58: At the time of graduation, approximately how much did you receive from your family for education-related


Q59: At the time of graduation, approximately how much education-related financial assistance did you have to pay

back to your family?






$5,000

$10,000

$16,000

$10,000

$10,000

$7,958

$11,394

$20,131

$16,642

$18,478

$5,000

$7,000

$15,000

$10,000

$10,000

$6,863

$9,932

$18,483

$13,778

$14,912

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000

Certificate (n=458) (excluding zero n=395)

Diploma (n=1,005) (excluding zero n=876)

Applied & Bachelor (n=2,187) (excluding zero n=2,008)

Master's Degree (n=308) (excluding zero n=255)

Doctoral Degree (n=57) (excluding zero n=46)

Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 8.2-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans by All Graduates by Credential Type






were calculated by adding the amount of money graduates received from their family for education-related financial

assistance that they did not need to repay (Q58) and the amount of money graduates received from their family for

education-related financial assistance that they did need to repay (Q59). Only graduates who provided responses of

$200,000 or less to questions 58 and 59 were included in these results.

$5,000

$10,000

$17,500

$12,000

$10,000

$8,630

$12,792

$22,037

$19,137

$21,492

$5,000

$8,000

$15,000

$10,000

$10,000

$7,496

$11,235

$20,263

$16,251

$18,208

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000



Applied & Bachelor (n=2,261) (excluding zero n=2,079)



Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans Received by All Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


8.3 Amount of Family Assistance and Loans to be Repaid

Figure 8.3-1 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid

Q59: At the time of graduation, approximately how much education-related financial assistance did you have to pay

back to your family?



Graduates who reported receiving family assistance and loans were asked the amount they owed on those loans at the time of graduation. The average amount owed was $2,364 and, when graduate who reported owing $0 were removed from this sample, the average amount was $10,266. The median amount these graduates owed (including those reporting no money owed) was $0 and when those who owed no money on family assistance and loans were excluded the median amount owed was $6,000. Certain demographic groups reported higher averages of family loans owed than some of their peers21. Specifically, when amounts of zero dollars were included, the groups who reported higher averages owed in family loans were:

• International graduates (an average of $8,444 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to an average of $1,994 that was owed by domestic graduates).


were not reported.

80%

6%

9%

3%

2%

81%

6%

9%

2%

2%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Zero

Less than $5,000

$5,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 or more

Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid



Survey Results


• Male graduates compared to female graduates (an average of $2,819 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to an average of $2,088). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were between 26 and 60 years of age (averages ranging from $2,990 to $3,919 in family assistance and loans were to be repaid, compared to averages ranging from $1,157 to $1,818 that were owed by graduates who were between 21 and 25 years of age).

• Domestic graduates who were between 26 and 50 years of age (averages ranging from $2,475 to $3,895 in family assistance and loans were to be repaid, compared to averages ranging from $1,126 to $1,442 that were owed by graduates who were between 21 and 25 years of age).

• Graduates with one or more dependents (an average of $4,217 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to an average of $2,096 that was owed by graduates who do not have any dependents). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Domestic graduates from another province or territory in Canada (an average of $2,610 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to an average of $1,360 that was owed by domestic graduates from rural Alberta).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (an average of $2,811 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to an average of $1,649 that was owed by graduates of Teaching Universities). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Domestic graduates of Health and Related Fields (an average of $2,864 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to averages ranging from $949 to $1,627 that were owed by graduates of Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law and Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received a master’s degree (an average of $4,223 in family assistance and loans was to be repaid, compared to averages ranging from $1,912 to $2,266 that were owed by domestic graduates who received a certificate, diploma, or applied & bachelor’s degree). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 8.3: Amount of Family Assistance and Loans to be Repaid

Figure 8.3-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid ...............................................183

Figure 8.3-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Sector .............................................184

Figure 8.3-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by

Sector .......................................................................................................................................................185

Figure 8.3-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Sector ....186

Figure 8.3-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Field of Study .................................187

Figure 8.3-7 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Field of

Study ........................................................................................................................................................188

Figure 8.3-8 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Field of Study

.................................................................................................................................................................189

Figure 8.3-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Credential Type ..............................190


Survey Results


Figure 8.3-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by

Credential Type ........................................................................................................................................191

Figure 8.3-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Credential

Type .........................................................................................................................................................192

Figure 8.3-2 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid





$6,000

$11,675

$-

$2,364

$5,000

$10,266

$-

$1,994

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000

Median (excluding zero) Domestic (n=978) All (n=1,082)

Average (excluding zero) Domestic (n=978) All (n=1,082)



Average of the Total Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-3 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Sector





88%

88%

78%

81%

82%

82%

77%

78%

76%

77%

81%

82%

4%

4%

8%

9%

6%

6%

10%

11%

8%

8%

4%

5%

4%

4%

6%

7%

9%

9%

9%

9%

11%

11%

8%

8%

4%

4%

5%

3%

2%

1%

3%

2%

3%

3%

3%

3%

2%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

1%

3%

3%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=25)


All (n=147)


All (n=711)


All (n=768)


All (n=970)


All (n=2,723)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-4 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Sector





$5,000

$5,000

$5,000

$5,000

$10,000

$6,964

$8,703

$7,148

$7,836

$13,095

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$1,000

$1,319

$1,577

$1,587

$1,830

$2,320

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000

Specialized Arts and Culture Intitutions (n=25)





Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (n=2,574) (excluding zero n=456)

Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loansto be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-5 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Sector





$10,000

$5,000

$5,000

$5,000

$10,000

$11,409

$8,949

$7,834

$8,641

$15,186

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$1,000

$2,484

$1,649

$1,816

$2,085

$2,811

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000






Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (n=2,723) (excluding zero n=504)

Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loansto be Repaid by All Graduates by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-6 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Field of Study


pay back to your family? Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses



81%

83%

84%

84%

87%

88%

74%

75%

86%

88%

82%

83%

77%

78%

78%

78%

80%

81%

75%

76%

79%

79%

9%

8%

6%

6%

4%

4%

8%

8%

4%

4%

6%

6%

7%

7%

5%

5%

5%

5%

8%

8%

8%

8%

8%

7%

6%

7%

5%

5%

13%

12%

5%

5%

10%

10%

10%

10%

12%

12%

9%

9%

10%

10%

11%

11%

1%

1%

2%

2%

1%

1%

2%

2%

4%

2%

1%

2%

3%

3%

4%

4%

3%

3%

4%

4%

1%

1%

1%

2%

2%

2%

2%

3%

3%

2%

1%

3%

3%

1%

1%

2%

2%

3%

1%

1%

1%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=243)


All (n=736)


All (n=444)


All (n=125)


All (n=142)


All (n=205)


All (n=1,145)


All (n=310)


All (n=918)


All (n=845)


All (n=222)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-7 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study




than $200,000 were excluded from results. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.

$4,500

$5,500

$5,000

$7,000

$7,500

$5,000

$7,000

$7,500

$5,000

$5,000

$5,000

$5,648

$10,077

$14,681

$10,855

$10,071

$6,703

$12,911

$9,106

$9,759

$8,671

$7,305

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$949

$1,627

$1,788

$2,736

$1,205

$1,163

$2,864

$1,964

$1,824

$2,062

$1,516

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000







Health and Related Fields(n=1,118) (excluding zero n=248)





Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-8 Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Field of Study





$5,000

$6,200

$6,000

$7,250

$10,000

$5,000

$7,500

$8,000

$6,000

$6,000

$5,000

$6,709

$12,007

$15,498

$10,828

$14,600

$8,214

$13,369

$9,269

$11,249

$11,914

$7,477

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$1,242

$1,958

$1,990

$2,772

$2,056

$1,482

$3,047

$2,003

$2,279

$2,947

$1,583

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000







Health and Related Fields(n=1,145) (excluding zero n=261)





Average Amount Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-9 Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Credential Type





73%

74%

77%

78%

84%

84%

72%

74%

77%

81%

11%

12%

8%

9%

5%

5%

3%

4%

2%

3%

12%

11%

10%

10%

7%

7%

13%

14%

13%

10%

3%

2%

3%

3%

2%

2%

6%

5%

3%

3%

1%

1%

2%

1%

2%

2%

5%

4%

4%

4%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=593)


All (n=1,335)


All (n=2,890)


All (n=434)


All (n=92)


Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-10 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type





$5,000

$5,000

$7,000

$10,000

$10,000

$6,574

$8,504

$11,623

$13,640

$15,250

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$1,696

$1,873

$1,870

$3,574

$2,965

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000


Diploma(n=1,235) (excluding zero n=272)

Applied & Bachelor(n=2,797) (excluding zero n=450)



Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by Domestic Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


Figure 8.3-11 Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Credential Type





$5,000

$5,000

$7,000

$10,000

$10,000

$7,044

$9,322

$13,758

$15,147

$13,929

$-

$-

$-

$-

$-

$1,912

$2,116

$2,266

$4,223

$3,179

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000



Applied & Bachelor (n=2,890) (excluding zero n=476)



Average Amount of Family Assistance or Loans to be Repaid by All Graduates by Credential Type



Survey Results


9 Non-Government Loans

This section covers the non-government loans from financial institutions (that is, bank loans, credit cards,

credit lines, etc.) that graduates received to pay for their post-secondary education. This analysis includes

the proportion of graduates who received non-government student loans, the distribution of the amounts

received, and the average amount received. It also includes the historic financial section of this report,

which details the trends in the proportion of graduates who received government and non-government

loans and the amounts received.

Table of Contents: Section 9: Non-Government Loans

9.1 Number of Graduates with Non-Government Loans .............................................................194

9.2 Amount of Non-Government Loans ......................................................................................199

9.3 Historic Financing .................................................................................................................211


Survey Results


9.1 Number of Graduates with Non-Government Loans

Figure 9.1-1 Non-Government Loans

Q54: Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Non-

government loans from financial institutions (banks) (that is, bank loans, credit cards, credit lines, etcetera)



Nearly a quarter of graduates (23%) received non-government loans over the course of their post-

secondary education. When looking only at domestic students, this number increases to 24%. Certain

demographic groups were more likely to indicate that they received non-government loans than some of

their peers22, specifically:

• Domestic graduates (24% received non-government loans, compared to 14% of international graduates).

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (25% received non-government loans, compared to 21% of males). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were between 26 and 40 years of age (a range of 29% to 31% received non-government loans, compared to a range of 11% to 18% of graduates younger than 26 or between 51 and 60 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (26% received non-government loans, compared to 22% of graduates who were single). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from another province or territory in Canada (33% received non-government loans, compared to a range of 21% to 25% of graduates from Lethbridge, Red Deer, Calgary, and Edmonton). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


23%

24%

77%

76%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Non-Government Loans

Yes (Received non-government loans)

No (Did not receive non-government loans)


Survey Results


• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on the reputation of the field (24% received non-government loans, compared to 16% of graduates who chose their program based on their parent’s suggestions). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (24% received non-government loans, compared to 21% who did not participate in work experience related to their field of study). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of BHASE programs (25% received non-government loans, compared to 18% of STEM graduates). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Teaching Universities and Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (a range of 25% to 27% of each received non-government loans, compared to a range of 20% to 21% of graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges and Polytechnic Institutions). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Health and Related Technologies (a range of 24% to 28% received non-government loans, compared to a range of 16% to 22% of graduates of Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received a master’s degree and an applied & bachelor’s degree (a range of 24% to 27% received non-government loans, compared to a range of 19% of graduates who received certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 9.1: Number of Graduates with Non-Government Loans

Figure 9.1-2 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Sector .........................196

Figure 9.1-3 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Field of Study .............197

Figure 9.1-4 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Credential Type ..........198


Survey Results


Figure 9.1-2 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Sector

Q54: The next questions ask about any financial assistance you may have accessed at any point as a post-secondary

student. Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Non-




17%

22%

27%

21%

20%

25%

17%

22%

27%

22%

21%

26%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Sector

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 9.1-3 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Field of Study

Q54: Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources: ? Non-




29%

24%

24%

22%

20%

16%

24%

28%

25%

22%

17%

24%

32%

24%

25%

22%

20%

16%

25%

29%

25%

23%

18%

25%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%











Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies

Domestic (n=2,142), All (n=2,403)


Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Field of Study

Domestic All


Survey Results


Figure 9.1-4 Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Credential Type

Q54: Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Non-




19%

22%

24%

27%

26%

19%

23%

25%

29%

30%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%




Master' s DegreeDomestic (n=1,501), All (n=1,752)


Proportion of Graduates Who Received Non-Government Loans by Credential Type

Domestic All


Survey Results


9.2 Amount of Non-Government Loans

Figure 9.2-1 Amount of Non-Government Loans

Q60: At the time of your graduation, approximately what did you owe as a result of education-related borrowing from

all non-government, financial institutions (banks) sources? This amount does NOT include what you owe for

government sponsored student loans or relatives.



Graduates who reported receiving non-government loans (from banks or other financial institutions) were asked the amount they owed on those loans at the time of graduation. The average amount owed was $15,660 and, when graduate who reported owing $0 were removed from this sample, the average amount was $19,285. The median amount these graduates owed (including those reporting no money owed) was $9,000. Certain demographic groups indicated that they received more in non-government-sponsored loans than some of their peers23. Specifically, when amounts of zero dollars were included, the groups who reported higher averages paid in non-government-sponsored student loans were:

• Graduates who were between 26 and 50 years of age (averages ranging from $17,875 to $19,116 were received in non-government loans, compared to averages ranging from $7,271 to $10,619 that were received by graduates who were between 21 to 25 years of age). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.


were not reported.

19%

14%

32%

15%

19%

19%

14%

32%

15%

20%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Zero

Less than $5,000

$5,000 to $14,999

$15,000 to $24,999

$25,000 or more

Amount of Non-Government Loans



Survey Results


• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (an average of $17,799 was received in non-government loans, compared to an average of $14,730 that was received by graduates who were single). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from another province or territory in Canada (an average of $19,593 was received in non-government loans, compared to averages ranging from $13,590 to $14,571 that were received by graduates from Edmonton and rural Alberta). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on participation in an event, competition, or program (an average of $25,661 was received in non-government loans, compared to an average of $8,880 that was received by graduates who chose their program based on their parent’s suggestions). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of BHASE programs (an average of $16,281 was received in non-government loans, compared to an average of $12,527 that was received by STEM graduates). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (an average of $20,891 was received in non-government loans, compared to averages ranging from $10,007 to $11,081 that were received by graduates of Polytechnic Institutions, Teaching Universities, and Comprehensive Community Colleges). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates of Health and Related Fields (an average of $23,075 was received in non-government loans, compared to averages ranging from $9,474 to $15,682 that were received by graduates of almost every other field of study). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree, master’s degree, or applied & bachelor’s degree (averages ranging from $18,444 to $23,077 were received in non-government loans, compared to averages ranging from $8,093 to $11,543 that were received by graduates who received a diploma or certificate). This pattern of results was similar among domestic graduates.

Table of Figures: Section 9.2: Amount of Non-Government Loans

Figure 9.2-2 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans ........................................................................201

Figure 9.2-3 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Sector ......................................................................202

Figure 9.2-4 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector ...................203

Figure 9.2-5 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Sector ..............................204

Figure 9.2-6 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Field of Study ...........................................................205

Figure 9.2-7 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study ............206

Figure 9.2-8 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study ......................207

Figure 9.2-9 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Credential Type .......................................................208

Figure 9.2-10 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type ..209

Figure 9.2-11 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type .............210


Survey Results


Figure 9.2-2 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans



government sponsored student loans or what you owed to relatives.



$10,000

$19,285

$9,000

$15,660

$10,000

$19,342

$9,000

$15,745

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000

Median (excluding zero) Domestic (n=2,254) All (n=2,320)

Average (excluding zero) Domestic (n=2,254) All (n=2,320)



Average Amount of Non-Government Loans



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Figure 9.2-3 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Sector


all non-government, financial institutions (banks) sources? This amount does NOT include what you for government

sponsored student loans or relatives.



8%

8%

17%

18%

20%

20%

18%

18%

14%

14%

21%

20%

15%

15%

11%

12%

15%

14%

17%

17%

21%

21%

10%

10%

38%

38%

33%

32%

36%

36%

40%

39%

38%

39%

27%

27%

31%

31%

19%

19%

17%

18%

14%

14%

18%

17%

14%

14%

8%

8%

19%

19%

13%

12%

11%

11%

10%

9%

28%

28%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=13)


All (n=63)


All (n=400)


All (n=495)


All (n=504)


All (n=1,382)


Amount of Non-Government Loans by Sector



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Figure 9.2-4 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector






$10,000

$12,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$12,217

$15,964

$13,456

$12,228

$12,598

$26,547

$10,000

$10,000

$7,000

$6,750

$7,350

$10,000

$11,277

$13,163

$10,724

$10,046

$10,892

$21,151

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000







Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Sector



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Figure 9.2-5 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Sector






$10,000

$11,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$12,217

$15,737

$13,647

$12,140

$12,839

$26,415

$10,000

$10,000

$7,000

$6,500

$7,750

$10,000

$11,277

$12,989

$10,918

$10,007

$11,081

$20,891

$- $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000 $30,000







Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Sector



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Figure 9.2-6 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Field of Study







21%

21%

20%

20%

34%

34%

12%

13%

23%

23%

25%

25%

14%

14%

16%

16%

18%

19%

20%

18%

25%

25%

18%

18%

13%

14%

13%

13%

22%

22%

14%

17%

17%

16%

12%

12%

12%

12%

12%

13%

19%

20%

15%

16%

38%

38%

31%

31%

25%

25%

32%

33%

28%

26%

31%

32%

30%

30%

39%

40%

38%

37%

31%

33%

28%

28%

11%

11%

16%

16%

13%

14%

23%

22%

18%

19%

19%

20%

16%

16%

14%

13%

14%

14%

16%

16%

15%

15%

12%

12%

20%

20%

14%

14%

11%

10%

18%

15%

8%

8%

27%

27%

19%

19%

18%

18%

14%

13%

16%

17%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=109)


All (n=393)


All (n=158)


All (n=74)


All (n=57)


All (n=93)


All (n=827)

Health and Related Fields Domestic (n=821)

All (n=190)


All (n=525)


All (n=313)


All (n=110)


Amount of Non-Government Loans by Field of Study



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Figure 9.2-7 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study






$8,500

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$13,663

$19,514

$16,619

$11,956

$14,767

$12,748

$27,104

$14,862

$16,055

$14,104

$14,657

$5,000

$10,000

$5,000

$8,000

$8,000

$5,000

$10,000

$9,000

$8,000

$7,000

$7,000

$10,780

$15,662

$11,042

$10,461

$11,311

$9,561

$23,175

$12,503

$13,063

$11,527

$10,993

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000












Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Field of Study



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Figure 9.2-8 Average Amount Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study






$8,500

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$15,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$10,000

$13,663

$19,565

$16,787

$12,280

$15,491

$12,587

$26,953

$14,863

$16,029

$14,491

$14,539

$5,000

$10,000

$5,000

$8,450

$8,000

$5,000

$10,000

$9,500

$8,000

$7,000

$6,750

$10,780

$15,682

$11,049

$10,786

$11,958

$9,474

$23,075

$12,516

$13,098

$11,574

$10,838

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000












Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Field of Study



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Figure 9.2-9 Amount of Non-Government Loans by Credential Type






16%

16%

17%

17%

21%

21%

17%

16%

20%

20%

24%

24%

16%

16%

12%

12%

7%

7%

5%

5%

43%

42%

36%

37%

29%

29%

29%

29%

25%

22%

11%

11%

18%

18%

14%

14%

16%

16%

26%

29%

6%

6%

12%

12%

23%

24%

32%

32%

25%

24%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

All (n=353)


All (n=754)

DiplomaDomestic (n=727)

All (n=1,308)


All (n=377)


All (n=65)


Amount of Non-Government Loans by Credential Type



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Figure 9.2-10 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type






$7,000

$10,000

$12,000

$15,500

$15,000

$9,571

$13,738

$23,465

$24,474

$28,670

$5,000

$8,000

$10,000

$12,000

$15,000

$8,023

$11,413

$18,561

$20,639

$22,839

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000


Diploma(n=727) (excluding zero n=604)




Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of Domestic Graduates by Credential Type



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Figure 9.2-11 Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type






$7,000

$10,000

$12,000

$15,000

$15,000

$9,618

$13,881

$23,377

$24,221

$28,846

$5,000

$8,000

$10,000

$12,000

$15,000

$8,093

$11,543

$18,444

$20,045

$23,077

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000


Diploma(n=754) (excluding zero n=627)




Average Amount of Non-Government Loans of All Graduates by Credential Type



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9.3 Historic Financing

Table of Figures: Section 9.3: Historic Financing

Figure 9.3-1 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Sector ................................212

Figure 9.3-2 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Field of Study .....................213

Figure 9.3-3 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Credential Type .................214

Figure 9.3-4 Median Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation ......................215

Figure 9.3-5 Average Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation .....................216

This historic financing section compares sources of graduates financing between the current collection year

and the two previous survey periods to identify trends in the sources of financing that graduates accessed.

It looks at the proportions of students who received government and non-government loans over three

survey periods. Historic trends described below include trends for which there was a consistent change that

occurred over the three pertinent years. Historic differences represent significant changes between the

current data and that of the previous year.

As compared to graduates of 2011/2012 and 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 were more likely to

receive either government-sponsored or non-government loans (50% and 51% vs. 55%, chronologically).


larger proportion of 2015/2016 graduates than 2013/2014 graduates reported that they received

government-sponsored loans (47% vs. 43%, respectively).



SECTOR




FIELD OF STUDY



• Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (53% vs. 48%)

By Credential Type

• Doctoral Degree (25% vs. 19%)

• Master’s Degree (34% vs 29%)



Survey Results


Figure 9.3-1 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Sector

Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources? Q51.

Government student loans… or Q54. Non-government loans from financial institutions (banks) (that is, bank loans,

credit cards, credit lines, etcetera)…


28%

25%

17%

20%

21%

22%

20%

22%

27%

18%

18%

21%

15%

17%

20%

24%

21%

25%

20%

20%

23%

72%

75%

83%

80%

79%

78%

80%

78%

73%

82%

82%

79%

85%

83%

80%

76%

79%

75%

80%

80%

77%

46%

52%

52%

57%

55%

54%

43%

47%

53%

39%

40%

46%

36%

42%

47%

43%

42%

45%

41%

43%

47%

61%

61%

56%

63%

60%

62%

53%

56%

62%

49%

49%

55%

45%

50%

55%

53%

51%

54%

50%

51%

55%

2011/2012

Culture Institutions 2013/2014

Specialized Arts and (n=90) 2015/2016

2011/2012



2011/2012

2013/14


2011/2012

Community Colleges 2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


Universities 2011/2012

Academic and Research 2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014

Total (n=16,405) 2015/2016

Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Sector

Received Non-Government Loansfrom Financial Institutions

Received Government-SponsoredStudent Loans

Received Either


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Figure 9.3-2 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Field of Study



credit cards, credit lines, etcetera)


10%

20%

24%

21%

22%

29%

24%

22%

24%

19%

18%

22%

20%

18%

20%

16%

15%

16%

22%

22%

24%

23%

23%

28%

20%

22%

22%

19%

18%

22%

14%

14%

24%

25%

24%

24%

20%

20%

23%

90%80%76%

79%78%71%

76%78%76%

81%82%78%

80%82%80%

84%85%84%

78%78%76%

77%77%72%

80%78%78%

81%82%78%

86%86%76%

75%76%76%

80%80%77%

29%

23%

36%

42%

48%

53%

47%

47%

49%

45%

44%

48%

38%

43%

43%

37%

40%

42%

48%

46%

55%

44%

45%

53%

46%

45%

42%

38%

39%

41%

33%

39%

43%

41%

41%

40%

41%

43%

47%

33%78%

48%

53%

55%

60%

57%

57%

57%

50%

61%

54%

49%

62%

50%

44%

63%

50%

57%

58%

62%

53%

57%

63%

54%

61%

51%

48%

64%

52%

40%

63%

50%

54%

60%

51%

50%

57%

53%

2011/20122013/2014

Other (n=42) 2015/2016

Technology 2011/2012Arts, Communications 2013/2014Visual and Performing (n=622) 2015/2016


2011/2012Sciences and Technologies 2013/2014Physical and Life (n=977) 2015/2016



2011/20122013/2014

Humanities (n=560) 2015/2016

2011/2012Fields 2013/2014Health and Related (n=3,879) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014

Education (n=1,093) 2015/2016


Technologies 2011/2012Engineering, and Related 2013/2014Architecture, (n=2,393) 2015/2016


2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=16,405) 2015/2016

Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Field of Study



Received Either


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Figure 9.3-3 Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Credential Type



credit cards, credit lines, etcetera)…


14%

14%

19%

18%

20%

22%

24%

21%

24%

24%

22%

27%

17%

22%

26%

20%

20%

23%

86%

86%

81%

82%

80%

78%

76%

79%

76%

76%

78%

73%

83%

78%

74%

80%

80%

77%

31%

34%

43%

43%

46%

49%

46%

49%

51%

35%

29%

34%

34%

19%

25%

41%

43%

47%

40%

42%

51%

52%

55%

58%

56%

57%

58%

48%

40%

46%

40%

32%

39%

50%

51%

55%

2011/2012

2013/2014

Certificate (n=2,537) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014

Diploma (n=4,509) 2015/2016

2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014


2011/2012

2013/2014

Total (n=16,405) 2015/2016

Historic Government and Non-Government Loans Received by Cedential Type



Received Either


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As compared to graduates of 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 were likely to graduate with slightly more

owed in loans. The median amount falls within the typical range of loans owed by graduating students

observed in previous years when adjusted for inflation. However, the average amount is larger the previous

years’ averages, even when inflation is considered.

Figure 9.3-4 Median Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation

Q55. At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you owe from all government student loans

accumulated during your entire post-secondary education? Q60. At the time of your graduation, approximately what

did you owe as a result of education-related borrowing from all non-government, financial institutions (banks)

sources?

Notes: This chart shows the median of the sum of responses of $200,000 or less for both question 55 and 60. If the

repsondent selected “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, “No response”, or a value greater than $200,000 only the

response to the other question was included. Note that these calculations include responses of zero for the amounts

still owing at graduation. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.

Inflation was calculated using the Bank of Canada Inflation Calculator. The base year used was the year of reporting

(2018) and the compared year used was the even number year of the graduation period. For example, the 2001/2002

ajusted median was calculated by comparing how much the median was worth in 2002 to 2018. The Inflation

Calculator can be found at https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/related/inflation-calculator/.

The unadjusted values shown here were taken from previous years' reports. It should be noted however, that there

appeared to be some discrepancies in values between years and that the calculation itself may have varied in different

years. For example, it was difficult to determine whether values of $0 were included in the calculation in every year.

$13,500

$15,000

$13,000

$12,000

$14,000

$16,000

$20,000

$21,000

$14,077

$15,641

$13,556

$12,513

$14,598

$16,684

$20,855

$21,897

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

2001/2002

2003/2004

2005/2006

2007/2008

2009/2010

2011/2012

2013/2014

2015/2016

Median Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation

Median (with inflation) Median

https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/related/inflation-calculator/


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Figure 9.3-5 Average Amount of Government and Non-Government Loans at Graduation

Q55. At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you owe from all government student loans

accumulated during your entire post-secondary education? Q60. At the time of your graduation, approximately what

did you owe as a result of education-related borrowing from all non-government, financial institutions (banks)

sources?

Notes: This chart shows the average of the sum of responses of $200,000 or less for both question 55 and 60. If the

repsondent selected “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, “No response”, or a value greater than $200,000 only the

response to the other question was included. Note that these calculations include responses of zero for the amounts

still owing at graduation. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.


(2018) and the compared year used was the even number year of the graduation period. For example the 2001/2002

ajusted median was calculated by comparing how much the median was worth in 2002 to 2018.. The Inflation

Calculator can be found at https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/related/inflation-calculator/ .

The unadjusted values shown here were taken from previous years' reports. It should be noted however, that there

appeared to be some discrepancies in values between years and that the calculation itself may have varied in different

years. For example, it was difficult to determine whether values of $0 were included in the calculation in every year.

$17,076

$18,908

$17,493

$18,830

$20,131

$22,200

$25,319

$29,000

$22,712

$25,247

$21,380

$21,860

$23,150

$24,460

$27,031

$30,239

$- $10,000 $20,000 $30,000 $40,000 $50,000

2001/2002

2003/2004

2005/2006

2007/2008

2009/2010

2011/2012

2013/2014

2015/2016

Average Amount of Government and Non-Government Loansat Graduation

Mean (with inflation) Mean



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10 Transitions

This section covers transitions graduates underwent before and after they completed their post-secondary

program. This includes their previous post-secondary experience, any transfer credits graduates received,

current and historic enrolment after program completion, and relocation after graduation.

Table of Contents: Section 10: Transitions

10.1 Transfer Credits ....................................................................................................................218

10.2 Continuing Post-Secondary Education...................................................................................223

10.3 Relocation since Graduation .................................................................................................236

10.4 Historic Transitions ...............................................................................................................243


Survey Results


10.1 Transfer Credits

Figure 10.1-1 Graduates with Prior Post-Secondary Experience

Q20. Did you complete any post-secondary courses, not including adult upgrading, prior to enrolling in the

___(program name)___ program at ___(provider name )___ ?

Q21. In completing requirements for the ___(program name)___ program, did you receive transfer credit or advanced

standing for courses taken at any other institution?



Nearly half of graduates (47%) completed some form of post-secondary education prior to enrollment in

the surveyed program. Of the graduates with previous post-secondary experience, 43% received transfer

credits towards the program that they were surveyed about. Among those who had taken previous post-

secondary education, certain demographic groups indicated that they received transfer credits at a higher

rate than their peers, specifically:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (45% received transfer credits, compared to 41%).

• Graduates who were between 23 and 25 years of age (53% received transfer credits, compared to a range of 28% to 39% of graduates between 31 and 60 years of age or between 21 and 22 years of age).

• Graduates who were single (47% received transfer credits, compared to 38% of graduates who were married or living with a partner).

• Graduates without dependents (45% received transfer credits, compared to 39% of graduates with one or more dependents).

• Graduates from Grande Prairie, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat (a range of 56% to 64% received transfer credits, compared to a range of 32% to 40% of graduates from Calgary, and outside of Canada).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (45% received transfer credits, compared to 38% of STEM graduates).

43%

47%

57%

53%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Received Transfer Credits (n=7,401)

Prior Post-Secondary Education (n=16,513)

Graduates with Prior Post-Secondary Experience

Yes No


Survey Results


• Graduates from Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions, Teaching Universities, Independent Academic Institutions, and Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (a range of 51% to 71% received transfer credits, compared to 23% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions).

• Graduates of Humanities and Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (a range of 56% to 69% received transfer credits, compared to a range of 26% to 33% of graduates of Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; and Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies).

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree (67% received transfer credits, compared to a range of 15% to 23% who received a certificate, master’s degree, or doctoral degree).

Table of Figures: Section 10.1: Transfer Credits

Figure 10.1-2 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Sector .............................................................................219

Figure 10.1-3 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Field of Study ..................................................................220

Figure 10.1-4 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Credential Type ..............................................................221

Figure 10.1-5 Satisfaction with Transfer Credits .......................................................................................221

Figure 10.1-2 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Sector

Q21. In completing requirements for yourthe ___(program name)___ program, did you receive transfer credit or

advanced standing for courses taken at any other institution?



71%

52%

57%

34%

23%

51%

29%

48%

43%

66%

77%

49%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Teaching Universities (n=894)




Recipients of Transfer Credits by Sector

Yes (Received transfer credits) No (Did not receive transfer credits)


Survey Results


Figure 10.1-3 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Field of Study


standing for courses taken at any other institution?



27%

56%

51%

53%

33%

28%

69%

36%

43%

54%

26%

50%

73%

44%

49%

47%

67%

72%

31%

64%

57%

46%

74%

50%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=33)


Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law (n=966)




Humanities (n=235)


Education (n=649)


Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies (n=881)


Recipients of Transfer Credits by Field of Study



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Figure 10.1-4 Recipients of Transfer Credits by Credential Type


standing for courses taken at any other institution?Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding. “Not

Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.

Figure 10.1-5 Satisfaction with Transfer Credits

Q22. How satisfied were you with the transfer credit you received?



In total, 86% of graduates who received transfer credits indicated that they were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very

satisfied’ with the transfer credits they received. Certain demographic groups indicated that they were

‘very satisfied’ with the transfer credits they received at a higher rate than their peers, specifically:

23%

35%

67%

15%

15%

77%

65%

33%

85%

85%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=1,930)




Recipients of Transfer Credits by Credential Type


4%10% 45% 41%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Satifaction with Credit Transfer (n=3,166)

Satisfaction with Transfer Credits



Survey Results


• Domestic graduates (41% selected very satisfied, compared to 33% of international graduates).

• Graduates who were between 31 and 40 years of age (45% selected very satisfied, compared to 37% of graduates between 26 and 30 years of age).

• Graduates with one or more dependents (45% selected very satisfied, compared to 40% of graduates without dependents).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, and Polytechnic Institutions (a range of 39% to 43% selected very satisfied, compared to 5% of graduates from Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions).

• Graduates of Business, Management and Public Administration (45% selected very satisfied, compared to 37% Health and Related Fields).


Survey Results


10.2 Continuing Post-Secondary Education

Figure 10.2-1 Current Enrollment

Q24. Are you currently enrolled as a student?

Notes: Values may not add to 100%due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses


About a quarter of graduates (26%) were currently enrolled as a student. Of the graduates currently

enrolled as a student, about three quarters (76%) were enrolled in Alberta. Certain demographic groups

indicated more often that they were enrolled as a student, specifically:

• Graduates who were younger than 23 years of age (a range of 38% to 46% were currently enrolled, compared to a range of 13% to 18% of graduates older than 30 years of age).

• Graduates who were single (29% were currently enrolled, compared to 17% of graduates who were married or living with a partner).

• Graduates without dependents (28% were currently enrolled, compared to 18% of graduates with one or more dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability (31% were currently enrolled, compared to 26% of graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability).

• Domestic graduates (27% were currently enrolled, compared to 15% of international graduates).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on their parent’s suggestions, participation in an event, competition or program, information provided by their teacher, or the reputation of the field, (a range of 25% to 32% were currently enrolled, compared to 19% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income).

• Graduates of STEM programs (34% were currently enrolled, compared to 24% of BHASE graduates).

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions (32% were currently enrolled, compared to a range of 15% to 24% of graduates of Polytechnic Institutions or Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions).

26% 74%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Current Enrollment (n=16,590)

Current Enrollment as a Student

Yes (Enrolled) No (Not enrolled)


Survey Results


• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Humanities (a range of 48% to 54% were currently enrolled, compared to 10% of graduates of Education).

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree (30% were currently enrolled, compared to 5% who received a doctoral degree).

Table of Figures: Section 10.2: Continuing Post-Secondary Education

Figure 10.2-2 Location of Current Enrollment ...........................................................................................224

Figure 10.2-3 Current Enrollment by Sector .............................................................................................225

Figure 10.2-4 Current Enrollment by Field of Study ..................................................................................226

Figure 10.2-5 Current Enrollment by Credential Type...............................................................................227

Figure 10.2-6 Full-Time or Part-Time Enrollment ......................................................................................227

Figure 10.2-7 Full-Time or Part-Time by Sector ........................................................................................229

Figure 10.2-8 Full-Time or Part-Time by Field of Study .............................................................................230

Figure 10.2-9 Full-Time or Part-Time by Credential Type..........................................................................231

Figure 10.2-10 Credential Type of Current Enrollment .............................................................................232

Figure 10.2-11 Credential of Current Enrollment by Sector ......................................................................233

Figure 10.2-12 Credential of Current Enrollment by Field of Study ...........................................................234

Figure 10.2-13 Credential of Current Enrollment by Credential Type .......................................................235

Figure 10.2-2 Location of Current Enrollment




76% 24%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Current Enrollment by Location (n=4,316)

Location of Current Enrollment

Yes, in Alberta Yes, outside Alberta


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-3 Current Enrollment by Sector




15%

32%

25%

26%

24%

27%

85%

68%

75%

74%

76%

73%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Current Enrollment by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 10.2-4 Current Enrollment by Field of Study




14%

25%

30%

54%

23%

19%

48%

21%

10%

27%

22%

28%

86%

75%

70%

46%

77%

81%

52%

79%

90%

73%

78%

72%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=566)


Education (n=1,104)




Current Enrollment by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 10.2-5 Current Enrollment by Credential Type




Figure 10.2-6 Full-Time or Part-Time Enrollment

Q26. Are you currently a part-time or full-time student?



Of the graduates currently enrolled as a student, about three quarters (73%) were enrolled in full-time

studies. Certain demographic groups were more likely to indicate that they were currently enrolled as a full-

time student, specifically:

24%

27%

30%

16%

5%

76%

73%

70%

84%

95%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=4,569)




Current Enrollment by Credential Type


73% 27%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Current Enrollment (n=4,201)

Full-Time or Part-Time Enrollment

Full-Time Part-Time


Survey Results


• Male graduates compared to female graduates (77% enrolled full-time, compared to 71%).

• Graduates who were younger than 26 years of age (a range of 77% to 82% enrolled full-time, compared to a range of 35% to 54% of graduates between 31 and 60 years of age).

• Graduates who were single (78% enrolled full-time, compared to a range of 50% to 52% of graduates who were married or living with a partner or divorced, separated, or widowed).

• Graduates without dependents (76% enrolled full-time, compared to 53% of graduates with one or more dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (79% enrolled full-time, compared to 73% of graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person).

• Graduates from rural Alberta, Calgary, and Edmonton (a range of 73% to 75% enrolled full-time, compared to 64% of graduates from another province or territory in Canada).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on information provided by their teacher (85% enrolled full-time, compared to 69% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income).

• Graduates of STEM programs (85%compared to 68% of BHASE graduates).

• Graduates from Independent Academic Institutions and Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (a range of 78% to 84% enrolled full-time, compared to a range of 66% to 71% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions, Comprehensive Community Colleges, and Teaching Universities).

• Graduates of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (a range of 83% to 91% enrolled full-time, compared to a range of 57% to 62% of Health and Related Fields; Business, Management and Public Administration; and Education).

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree or a certificate (77% enrolled full-time, compared to a range of 65% to 71% who received a diploma, master’s degree, or certificate).


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-7 Full-Time or Part-Time by Sector




100%

84%

66%

67%

71%

78%

16%

34%

33%

29%

23%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%




Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=822)

Polytechnic Institutions (n=780)


Full-Time or Part-Time by Sector

Full-Time Part-Time


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-8 Full-Time or Part-Time by Field of Study




85%

77%

91%

73%

83%

81%

62%

57%

62%

75%

84%

15%

23%

9%

27%

18%

19%

38%

43%

38%

25%

16%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%






Humanities (n=265)

Health and Related Fields (n=792)

Education (n=108)

Business, Management and Public Administration (n=825)



Full-Time or Part-Time by Field of Study

Full-Time Part-Time


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-9 Full-Time or Part-Time by Credential Type




65%

71%

77%

66%

65%

35%

29%

23%

34%

35%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Certificate (n=598)

Diploma(n=1,195)




Full-Time or Part-Time by Credential Type

Full-Time Part-Time


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-10 Credential Type of Current Enrollment

Q25. Will these studies lead to a…?



Of the graduates currently enrolled as a student, two out of five were enrolled in a graduate degree and

one out of five were working towards an undergraduate degree. Certain demographic groups were more

likely to indicate that they were currently enrolled as a graduate student, specifically:

• Graduates who were between 23 and 60 years of age (a range of 37% to 58% enrolled in a graduate degree, compared to 11% of graduates between 21 and 22 years of age).

• Graduates with one or more dependents with one or more (54% enrolled in a graduate degree, compared to 39% of graduates with one or more)

4%

1%

1%

5%

6%

7%

16%

20%

40%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%

Other

Applied Degree

Extension Certificate

Diploma

Professional designation (For example, CMA –Certified Management Accounting designation)

Certificate

Professional School (For example, Law, Dentistry, Medicine)

Undergraduate Degree

Graduate Degree

Credential Type of Current Enrollment(n=1,002)


Survey Results


• International graduates (75% enrolled in a graduate degree, compared to 39% of domestic graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, Teaching Universities, and Independent Academic Institutions (a range of 44% to 50% enrolled in a graduate degree, compared to a range of 11% to 12% of graduates of Polytechnic Institutions and Comprehensive Community Colleges).

• Graduates of Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies; Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law; and Humanities (a range of 60% to 76% enrolled in a graduate degree, compared to a range of 23% to 32% of graduates of Business, Management and Public Administration; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; and Health and Related Fields).

• Graduates who received an applied & bachelor’s degree or master’s degree (a range of 50% to 59% enrolled in a graduate degree compared to a range of 7% to 12% who received a certificate or diploma).

Figure 10.2-11 Credential of Current Enrollment by Sector

Sector Graduate Degree


Professional School

Certificate Professional designation

Diploma Extension Certificate

Applied Degree

Other

Comprehensive Academic and

Research Universities

(n=619)

50% 6% 22% 5% 7% 4% 0% 0% 5%

Polytechnic Institutions

(n=163)

12% 64% 2% 7% 4% 7% 1% 1% 1%

Comprehensive Community

Colleges (n=97)

11% 50% 0% 18% 1% 13% 0% 3% 4%

Teaching Universities

(n=93)

49% 15% 17% 8% 5% 3% 1% 0% 1%

Independent Academic

Institutions (n=25)

44% 4% 16% 8% 8% 16% 4% 0% 0%



were excluded from analysis. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-12 Credential of Current Enrollment by Field of Study

Field of Study Graduate Degree


Professional School



Applied Degree

Other

Agriculture, Natural

Resources and Conservation

(n=40)

35% 33% 10% 3% 8% 0% 0% 7% 5%

Architecture, Engineering, and Related

Technologies (n=150)

29% 51% 3% 7% 3% 4% 0% 1% 2%

Business, Management

and Public Administration

(n=126)

32% 29% 10% 8% 14% 5% 2% 0% 1%

Education (n=26)

50% 0% 8% 19% 4% 8% 0% 0% 12%

Health and Related Fields

(n=211)

23% 16% 20% 12% 12% 5% 0% 0% 10%

Humanities (n=73)

53% 5% 16% 7% 4% 8% 1% 0% 4%

Mathematics, Computer and

Information Sciences (n=21)

76% 14% 5% 0% 0% 5% 0% 0% 0%


27% 27% 9% 9% 0% 18% 0% 0% 9%

Physical and Life Sciences

and Technologies

(n=136)

43% 9% 37% 3% 1% 5% 1% 0% 1%


60% 10% 17% 2% 2% 6% 1% 0% 1%

Visual and Performing

Arts, and Communications Technologies

(n=43)

65% 9% 2% 7% 0% 9% 0% 2% 5%



were excluded from analysis. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.


Survey Results


Figure 10.2-13 Credential of Current Enrollment by Credential Type

Credential Type Graduate Degree


Professional School



Applied Degree

Other

Master’s Degree (n=104)

59% 3% 9% 12% 5% 6% 1% 0% 7%

Applied & Bachelor (n=620)

50% 6% 23% 5% 8% 4% 0% 0% 4%

Diploma (n=196)

12% 72% 1% 5% 2% 3% 1% 2% 2%

Certificate (n=75)

7% 32% 4% 25% 3% 25% 0% 1% 3%





Survey Results


10.3 Relocation since Graduation

Figure 10.3-1 Relocation since Graduation

Q63. Have you permanently relocated to a different city or town since the time of your graduation from ___(provider

name)___?



More than a quarter of graduates (28%) relocated after graduation. Certain demographic groups were

more likely to indicate they relocated since graduation, specifically:

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (29% compared to 27%).

• Graduates who were younger than 31 years of age (a range of 29% to 32% relocated since graduation, compared to a range of 13% to 15% of graduates between 41 and 60 years of age).

• Graduates who were single (31% relocated since graduation, compared to a range of 18% to 21% of graduates who were married or living with a partner or divorced, separated, or widowed).

• Graduates without dependents (31% relocated since graduation, compared to 18% of graduates with one or more dependents).

• Graduates who self-identified as an Aboriginal person (31% relocated since graduation compared to 28% of graduates who did not self-identify as an Aboriginal person).

• Graduates from somewhere other than Calgary or Edmonton (a range of 29% to 43% relocated since graduation, compared to a range of 18% to 19% of graduates from Calgary and Edmonton).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on participation in an event, competition or program and the reputation of the field (a range of 33% to 34% relocated since graduation, compared to 25% of graduates who chose their program based on potential income).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (29% relocated since graduation, compared to 26% who did not).

• Graduates of STEM programs (31% relocated since graduation, compared to 27% of BHASE graduates).

28% 72%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Current Relocation (n=16,447)

Relocation Since Graduation

Yes (Had relocated) No (Hadn't relocated)


Survey Results


• Graduates from Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, Independent Academic Institutions, and Comprehensive Community Colleges (a range of 29% to 39% relocated since graduation, compared to a range of 20% to 21% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions and Teaching Universities).

• Graduates of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation and Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies (a range of 34% to 43% relocated since graduation, compared to a range of 21% to 26% of Education and Business, Management and Public Administration).

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree (49% compared to 22% who received a certificate).

Of the graduates who relocated, 37% relocated to urban Alberta, 37% to another province or territory in

Canada, 18% to rural Alberta, and 9% outside of Canada. Approximately two out of five (39%), of graduates

who relocated to an urban Alberta relocated to Calgary and 35% relocated to Edmonton.

Table of Figures: Section 10.3: Relocation since Graduation

Figure 10.3-2 Relocation since Graduation by Sector ...............................................................................238

Figure 10.3-3 Area of Relocation by Sector...............................................................................................239

Figure 10.3-4 Relocation since Graduation by Field of Study ....................................................................240

Figure 10.3-5 Area of Relocation by Field of Study ...................................................................................241

Figure 10.3-6 Relocation since Graduation by Credential Type ................................................................242

Figure 10.3-7 Area of Relocation by Credential Type ................................................................................242


Survey Results


Figure 10.3-2 Relocation since Graduation by Sector


name)___?



39%

30%

20%

29%

21%

33%

61%

70%

80%

71%

79%

67%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Relocation since Graduation by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 10.3-3 Area of Relocation by Sector

Q64. Which city or town did you relocate to?



26%

29%

35%

39%

36%

38%

9%

16%

20%

30%

21%

12%

47%

42%

39%

31%

39%

37%

18%

13%

6%

1%

3%

13%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%




Comprehensive Community Colleges (n=903)



Area of Relocation by Sector

Urban Alberta Rural Alberta Elsewhere In Canada Outside Canada


Survey Results


Figure 10.3-4 Relocation since Graduation by Field of Study


name)___?



37%

34%

27%

32%

30%

30%

29%

30%

26%

21%

28%

43%

63%

66%

73%

68%

70%

70%

71%

70%

74%

79%

72%

57%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=41)






Humanities (n=555)


Education (n=1,100)




Relocation since Graduation by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 10.3-5 Area of Relocation by Field of Study




7%

40%

37%

37%

44%

33%

29%

39%

36%

38%

39%

27%

10%

13%

8%

26%

12%

8%

22%

29%

18%

14%

28%

73%

41%

42%

30%

29%

40%

44%

35%

23%

37%

38%

40%

20%

9%

9%

24%

1%

16%

18%

4%

11%

7%

9%

6%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=15)






Humanities (n=153)


Education (n=275)

Business, Management and Public Administration (n=654)



Area of Relocation by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 10.3-6 Relocation since Graduation by Credential Type


name)___?


were excluded from analysis. Figure 10.3-7 Area of Relocation by Credential Type




22%

26%

30%

30%

49%

78%

74%

70%

70%

51%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=4,534)


Masters Degree (n=1,742)


Relocation since Graduation by Credential Type


39%

38%

40%

29%

14%

29%

25%

15%

8%

3%

30%

35%

35%

49%

47%

2%

2%

10%

15%

36%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Certificate (n=527)

Diploma(n=1,142)


Masters Degree (n=506)


Area of Relocation by Credential Type



Survey Results


10.4 Historic Transitions

Table of Figures: Section 10.4: Historic Transitions

Figure 10.4-1 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Sector ...................................244

Figure 10.4-2 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study .......................245

Figure 10.4-3 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type ....................246

As compared to graduates of 2013/2014 and 2011/2012, graduates of 2015/2016 were slightly more likely

to indicate that they were enrolled as a student (23% and 22% vs. 26%, chronologically). This pattern of

change appears to reflect the change of 5% or more in results of graduates from 2015/2016 and

2013/2014, respectively, in the following groups:

SECTOR



• Independent Academic Institutions (32% vs. 27%)

FIELD OF STUDY




• Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (19 % vs. 13%)

• Personal, Protective and Transportation Services (23% vs. 16%)


CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Diploma (27% vs. 21%)


Survey Results


Figure 10.4-1 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Sector



26%

34%

28%

21%

21%

24%

23%

20%

27%

22%

20%

19%

24%

22%

15%

32%

25%

26%

24%

27%

26%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Total(n=16,590)

Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Sector

2015/2016 2013/2014 2011/2012


Survey Results


Figure 10.4-2 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study



24%

26%

26%

46%

18%

13%

42%

21%

12%

29%

15%

24%

23%

28%

35%

26%

43%

16%

13%

39%

21%

10%

23%

15%

19%

22%

14%

25%

30%

54%

23%

19%

48%

21%

10%

27%

22%

28%

26%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=42)






Humanities (n=566)


Education (n=1,104)




Total(n=16,590)

Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Field of Study

2015/2016 2013/2014 2011/2012


Survey Results


Figure 10.4-3 Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type



20%

24%

27%

17%

5%

23%

20%

21%

26%

16%

5%

22%

24%

27%

30%

16%

5%

26%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=4,569)


Masters Degree (n=1,759)


Total(n=16,590)

Historic Enrollment in Further Post-Secondary Education by Credential Type

2015/2016 2013/2014 2011/2012


Survey Results


11 Outcomes

This section covers the outcomes that graduates experienced after they completed their post-secondary

program. It includes employment rate and labour force status, average incomes, how related their program

was to their current position, and historic outcomes.

Table of Contents: Section 11: Outcomes

11.1 Employment .........................................................................................................................248

11.2 Income .................................................................................................................................273

11.3 Relatedness of Education and Current Employment..............................................................280

11.4 Historic Outcomes ................................................................................................................286


Survey Results


11.1 Employment

Figure 11.1-1 Employment Rate of Graduates in the Workforce

Q24. Are you currently enrolled as a student? Q26. Are you currently a part-time or full-time student? Q32. Do you

currently have one or more paying jobs, including self-employment and seasonal positions? Q33. Are you currently

looking for a job? Q34. What is the main reason you are not looking for a job?


were excluded from analysis. Full-time students and graduates who indicated that they were unsure of their student

status were excluded from this calculation of results. Based on their open-ended response to question 34, some

respondents were also determined to be employed and were included as such in the calculation of employment

results.

Most graduates (93%) in the workforce were currently employed. Certain demographic groups reported a

higher employment rate than others, specifically:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (94% employment rate compared to 92%).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (94% employment rate compared to a range of 90% to 93% of graduates who were single, divorced, separated, or widowed).

• Graduates without dependents (94% employment rate compared to 93% of graduates with one or more dependents).

• Graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability (93% employment rate compared to 89% of graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability).

• Graduates from Lethbridge and graduates from another province or territory in Canada (96% employment rate compared to 87% of graduates from Fort McMurray).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (95% employment rate compared to 91% who did not)

• Graduates of BHASE programs (94% employment rate compared to 91% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities (95% employment rate compared to 91% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions).

• Graduates of Education (98% employment rate compared to a range of 89% to 93% of Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law; Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies;

93% 7%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Current Employment (n=12,968)

Employment Rate of Graduates in the Workforce

Employed Unemployed (Looking for Work)


Survey Results


Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences; Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; Humanities; and Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies).

• Graduates who received a master’s degree (96% employment rate compared to a range of 91% to 92% who received a diploma or certificate).

Table of Figures: Section 11.1: Employment

Figure 11.1-2 Employment Rate by Sector................................................................................................250

Figure 11.1-3 Employment Rate by Field of Study ....................................................................................251

Figure 11.1-4 Employment Rate by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ......................................................................252

Figure 11.1-5 Employment Rate by Credential Type .................................................................................253

Figure 11.1-6 Graduate Labour Force Status Distribution .........................................................................253

Figure 11.1-7 Labour Force Status by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ...................................................................254

Figure 11.1-8 Labour Force Status by Age .................................................................................................255

Figure 11.1-9 Time to Full-time Employment ...........................................................................................256

Figure 11.1-10 Time to Full-time Employment by Sector ..........................................................................257

Figure 11.1-11 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Sector ............................................................258

Figure 11.1-12 Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study ..............................................................259

Figure 11.1-13 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study ................................................260

Figure 11.1-14 Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ................................................261

Figure 11.1-15 Average Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ..................................261

Figure 11.1-16 Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type ...........................................................262

Figure 11.1-17 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type .............................................263

Figure 11.1-18 Challenges to Finding Employment ...................................................................................264

Figure 11.1-19 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Sector ........................................................265

Figure 11.1-20 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Field of Study ............................................266

Figure 11.1-21 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by BHASE vs. STEM Fields ..............................267

Figure 11.1-22 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Credential Type .........................................267

Figure 11.1-23 Main Reason for Not Looking for a Job .............................................................................268

Figure 11.1-24 Main Reason for Looking for a Job ....................................................................................269

Figure 11.1-25 Rate of Self-Employed Graduates in the Workforce .........................................................270

Figure 11.1-26 Length of Current Employment .........................................................................................271

Figure 11.1-27 Type of Employment .........................................................................................................272


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-2 Employment Rate by Sector





were excluded from analysis. Full-time students and graduates who did not indicate their student status were

excluded from this calculation of results. Based on their open-ended response to question 34, some respondents were

also determined to be employed and were included as such in the calculation of employment results.

90%

95%

93%

92%

91%

95%

10%

5%

7%

8%

9%

5%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Employment Rate by Sector



Survey Results


Figure 11.1-3 Employment Rate by Field of Study








97%

93%

93%

89%

91%

93%

90%

95%

98%

93%

90%

93%

3%

7%

7%

11%

9%

7%

10%

5%

2%

7%

10%

7%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=38)






Humanities (n=326)


Education (n=1,016)




Employment Rate by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 11.1-4 Employment Rate by BHASE vs. STEM Fields








91%

94%

9%

6%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

STEM(n=2,451)

BHASE(n=10,517)

Employment Rate by BHASE vs. STEM Fields



Survey Results


Figure 11.1-5 Employment Rate by Credential Type





were excluded from analysis. Full-time students and graduates did not indicate their student status were excluded

from this calculation of results. Based on their open-ended response to question 34, some respondents were also

determined to be employed and were included as such in the calculation of employment results.

Figure 11.1-6 Graduate Labour Force Status Distribution





were excluded from analysis. Based on their open-ended response to question 34, some respondents were also


91%

92%

94%

96%

94%

9%

8%

6%

4%

6%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=3,564)




Employment Rate by Credential Type


74% 5%2% 19%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Labour Force Status (n=16,310)

Graduate Labour Force Status Distribution

Employed Unemployed (Looking for Work) Not in the Labour Force Full-time Student


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-7 Labour Force Status by BHASE vs. STEM Fields







Although there are no significant differences in the rates of employment between different age groups (a

range of 93% to 96%) there were some differences in labour force status. Unlike employment rate which

only includes graduates who are employed or unemployed and looking for work, labour force status also

includes those who are unemployed and not looking for work, such as retirees, stay-at-home parents, those

experiencing health issues, and full-time students. The results of labour force status by age show that

graduates between 31 and 60 years of age were employed more often (a range of 82% to 87%) compared

to graduates younger than 26 or older than 60 years of age (a range of 62% to 67%). A quarter (25%) of

graduates older than 60 years of age were not in the labour force, compared to 1% to 2% of graduates

younger than 61 years of age. Graduates under the age of 26 were more likely to be full-time students than

graduates over the age of 25 (a range of 27% to 34% compared to a range of 5% to 14%).

63%

77%

7%

5%

1%

2%

29%

16%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

STEM(n=3,510)

BHASE(n=12,800)

Graduate Labour Force Status Distribution by BHASE vs. STEM Fields

Employed Unemployed (Looking for Work) Not in the Labour Force Full-time Student


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-8 Labour Force Status by Age







63%

87%

85%

82%

79%

67%

62%

62%

5%

6%

6%

6%

5%

5%

5%

2%

25%

2%

2%

2%

1%

1%

2%

1%

8%

5%

7%

10%

14%

27%

31%

34%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

61 or older (n=64)

51 to 60 (n=481)

41 to 50(n=1,277)

31 to 40(n=2,888)

26 to 30(n=4,195)

23 to 25(n=5,515)

21 to 22(n=1,681)


Labour Force Status by Age

Full-time student Not in the Labour Force Unemployed, looking for work Employed


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-9 Time to Full-time Employment

Q29. How many months after graduation did it take you to obtain a full-time job or the equivalent of a full-time job?



The ‘More than 2 years’ category has been removed from the chart as it rounded to 0%.

Most graduates (80%) were able to find a full-time job, or the equivalent within a year of graduating. Of

those graduates who found a job within two years after graduating and excluding graduates who already

had a job while in school that they kept, the average time to obtain a full-time job or equivalent was 4.9

months. Certain demographic groups reported a shorter average time to full-time employment than their

peers, specifically:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (4.6 months to employment compared to 5.3 months).

• Graduates who were between 21 and 22 or 26 and 30 years of age (4.7 months to employment compared to 5.8 months for graduates between 41 and 50 years of age).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner (4.5 months to employment compared to a range of 5.0 to 5.7 months for graduates who were single, divorced, separated, or widowed).

• Graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability (4.9 months to employment compared to 5.6 months for graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability).

• Graduates from another province or territory in Canada (3.9 months to employment compared to a range of 5.0 to 5.5 months for graduates from Calgary and Edmonton)

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on the reputation of the field (4.8 months to employment compared to 6.4 months for graduates who chose their program based on their parents’ suggestions).

39% 21% 11% 9% 5% 15%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Time to Employment (n=13,131)

Time to Full-time Employment

0 months or were employed duringschool and kept that job

1 to 3 months

4 to 6 months 7 to 12 months

More than 1 year to 2 years Have not been employed full-time orfull-time equivalent since graduation


Survey Results


• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (4.3 months to employment compared to 5.7 months for who did not)

• Graduates of BHASE programs (4.6 months to employment compared to 5.8 months for STEM graduates).

• Graduates of Business, Management and Public Administration; Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation; Health and Related Fields; and Education (a range of 4.1 to 4.7 months to employment compared to a range of 5.6 to 6.3 months for graduates of Humanities; Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies; and Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies).

• Graduates who received a master’s degree (4.3 months to employment compared to 5.1 months for those who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Figure 11.1-10 Time to Full-time Employment by Sector

Q29: How many months after graduation did it take you to obtain a full-time job or the equivalent of a full-time

job?

Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response”

responses were excluded from analysis.

The ‘More than 2 years’ category has been removed from the chart as it rounded to 0% for all sectors.

34%

28%

41%

35%

35%

43%

23%

25%

21%

24%

22%

20%

7%

16%

11%

9%

11%

11%

10%

11%

7%

8%

10%

8%

4%

6%

5%

4%

5%

5%

21%

15%

15%

19%

15%

12%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%







Time to Full-time Employment by Sector


1 to 3 months




Survey Results


Figure 11.1-11 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Sector

Q29: How many months after graduation did it take you to obtain a full-time job or the equivalent of a full-time job?

Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. Graduates who

were employed during school and kept that job or who did not obtain full-time employment within two years were

excluded from the calculation of these results.

4.6

5.0

4.9

4.7

5.0

4.9

0 3 6 9 12 15







Average Time to Full-time Employment by Sector

Average (in months)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-12 Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study




The ‘More than 2 years’ category was not applicable to any fields of study except Humanities; Mathematics, Computer

and Information Sciences; Personal, Protective and Transportation Services; and Other as it rounded to 0% for all

other fields of study.

74%

31%

42%

26%

43%

32%

40%

36%

45%

51%

29%

35%

21%

19%

15%

21%

25%

13%

26%

25%

18%

20%

24%

3%

12%

11%

11%

12%

14%

9%

9%

13%

10%

13%

9%

3%

9%

8%

11%

6%

8%

9%

7%

6%

7%

14%

9%

5%

4%

5%

9%

3%

7%

6%

4%

3%

3%

8%

5%

3%

1%

1%

1%

13%

23%

14%

27%

14%

14%

22%

17%

8%

10%

14%

18%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other(n=39)






Humanities (n=329)


Education (n=1,012)




Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study


1 to 3 months


More than 1 year to 2 years More than 2 years

Have not been employed full-time orfull-time equivalent since graduation


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-13 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study




excluded from the calculation of these results.Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed.

5.0

5.3

6.3

4.5

4.9

6.3

4.3

4.1

4.7

5.6

4.3

0 3 6 9 12 15






Humanities (n=142)


Education (n=529)




Average Time to Full-time Employment by Field of Study

Average (in months)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-14 Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields




The ‘More than 2 years’ category has been removed from the chart as it rounded to 0% for all credential types.

Figure 11.1-15 Average Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields





31%

41%

18%

22%

13%

10%

12%

7%

9%

4%

17%

14%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

STEM(n=2,480)

BHASE(n=10,651)

Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields


1 to 3 months



5.8

4.6

0 3 6 9 12 15

STEM(n=1,581)

BHASE(n=5,560)

Average Time to Full-time Employment by BHASE vs. STEM Fields

Average (in months)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-16 Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type




The ‘More than 2 years’ category has been removed from the chart as it rounded to 0% for all credential types.

36%

34%

38%

59%

53%

24%

23%

21%

18%

13%

9%

11%

12%

8%

7%

8%

9%

9%

5%

8%

5%

5%

6%

3%

6%

18%

17%

14%

7%

13%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%


Diploma(n=3,607)




Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type


1 to 3 months




Survey Results


Figure 11.1-17 Average Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type





4.9

4.8

5.1

4.3

4.5

0 3 6 9 12 15


Diploma(n=2,123)




Average Time to Full-time Employment by Credential Type

Average (in months)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-18 Challenges to Finding Employment

Q31: What challenge most impacted your ability to find employment?


were excluded from analysis. This question was only asked of respondents who indicated that it took them longer than

6 months after graduation to obtain a full-time job or the equivalent to a full-time job.

The main challenge that the highest proportion of graduates faced while looking for employment was a lack

of work experience (32%), followed by a limited number of jobs, either in their field of study (23%) or in

their area of residence (18%).

14%

1%

2%

2%

2%

2%

4%

18%

23%

32%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%

Other

I’m not willing or able to travel or relocate for work

Wage expectation not being met

Personal health

My credential was not recognized

Had limited or no access to needed pre-employment supports

Family commitents

Limited or no jobs available near my place of residence

Field of study – limited or no related jobs available in my field

Not enough work experience

Challenges to Finding Employment(n=4,011)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-19 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Sector

Sector Not enough work

experience

Field of study –

limited or no related

jobs available in

my field

Limited or no jobs

available near my place of

residence

Family Commitment

Had limited or no access to needed pre-employment

supports

My credential was not

recognized

Personal health

Wage expectation

not being met

I’m not willing or

able to travel or

relocate for work

Other

Comprehensive Academic and

Research Universities

(n=1,633)

31% 26% 15% 4% 4% 2% 2% 2% 1% 14%


33% 24% 20% 2% 2% 2% 1% 1% 1% 13%

Comprehensive Community Colleges

(n=874)

31% 16% 24% 6% 1% 3% 2% 2% 1% 14%


38% 23% 14% 3% 0% 2% 3% 1% 1% 14%

Independent Academic

Institutions (n=91)

31% 24% 18% 5% 0% 0% 3% 1% 3% 14%

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions

(n=30)

20% 30% 13% 3% 10% 0% 7% 0% 0% 14%

Q31. What challenge most impacted your ability to find employment?





Survey Results


Figure 11.1-20 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Field of Study

Field of Study Not enough work

experience

Field of study – limited or no related

jobs available in my field

Limited or no jobs


residence

Family Commitment

Had limited or no access to needed pre-employment

supports


recognized

Personal health

Wage expectation

not being met


able to travel or relocate

for work

Other

Agriculture, Natural

Resources and Conservation

(n=154)

29% 24% 23% 3% 1% 2% 1% 2% 3% 13%

Architecture, Engineering, and

Related Technologies

(n=782)

35% 27% 20% 1% 2% 2% 1% 1% 1% 12%

Business, Management and

Public Administration

(n=589)

44% 13% 14% 5% 3% 4% 3% 3% 1% 11%

Education (n=183) 16% 16% 23% 8% 3% 1% 3% 2% 6% 21% Health and

Related Fields (n=984)

28% 20% 23% 5% 2% 2% 2% 1% 1% 17%

Humanities (n=145)

20% 33% 10% 5% 2% 3% 4% 2% 1% 19%

Mathematics, Computer and

Information Sciences (n=124)

45% 9% 18% 3% 3% 1% 1% 1% 3% 16%

Personal, Protective and Transportation

Services (n=103)

33% 14% 19% 3% 2% 4% 3% 4% 3% 16%

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies

(n=243)

28% 40% 14% 2% 2% 1% 2% 0% 0% 11%

Social and Behavioural

Sciences and Law (n=503)

37% 27% 11% 5% 2% 1% 2% 2% 1% 12%

Visual and Performing Arts,

and Communications

Technologies (n=194)

21% 32% 19% 5% 4% 1% 3% 3% 2% 12%



were excluded from analysis. Groups with fewer than 10 respondents were supressed. This question was only asked of

respondents who indicated that it took them longer than 6 months after graduation to obtain a full-time job or the

equivalent to a full-time job.


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-21 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by BHASE vs. STEM Fields

Credential Type Not enough work

experience

Field of study –

limited or no related jobs available in

my field

Limited or no jobs


residence

Family Commitment

Had limited or no access to needed

pre-employment

supports


recognized

Personal health

Wage expectation

not being met


able to travel or

relocate for work

Other

BHASE (n=3,021)

32% 21% 18% 5% 2% 2% 2% 2% 1% 14%

STEM (n=990) 34% 29% 17% 2% 3% 1% 1% 1% 1% 12%


Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding.“Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses



Figure 11.1-22 Main Reason for Leaving the Labour Force by Credential Type

Credential Type Not enough work

experience

Field of study –

limited or no related jobs available in

my field

Limited or no jobs


residence

Family Commitment

Had limited or no access to needed

pre-employment

supports


recognized

Personal health

Wage expectation

not being met


able to travel or

relocate for work

Other


18% 32% 14% 5% 9% 0% 3% 1% 1% 16%

Master’s Degree (n=266)

26% 19% 20% 8% 3% 3% 2% 3% 2% 14%


34% 27% 15% 3% 3% 1% 2% 1% 1% 14%

Diploma (n=1,196)

33% 21% 21% 4% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 13%

Certificate (n=714)

31% 17% 22% 5% 2% 4% 2% 2% 1% 15%


Notes: Values may not add to 100% due to rounding.“Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses




Survey Results


Figure 11.1-23 Main Reason for Not Looking for a Job

Q34. What is the main reason you are not looking for a job?



The main reason that graduates who were unemployed were not looking for a job was personal or family

responsibilities (38%), followed by continuing their studies (13%), and personal illness or disability (9%).

Other reasons for not looking for a job were varied, but one of the most common was waiting for a new job

to start.

19%

0%

0%

1%

1%

5%

7%

7%

9%

13%

38%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other

Waiting for recall (to former or seasonal job)

Waiting for replies from employer

International student or immigration issues

Could not find the kind of job wanted

Traveling or taking time off

Retired

No longer interested in finding a job

Own illness or disability

Studying

Personal or family responsibilities

Main Reason for Not Looking for a Job(n=233)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-24 Main Reason for Looking for a Job

Q35. What is the main reason you are looking for a job?



About a quarter (23%) of graduates who were employed indicated that they were looking for another job.

The main reason that graduates who were employed were looking for a job was to increase compensation

and benefits (16%). The majority (70%) indicated they were looking for a job for reasons besides the

options that the telephone interviewers could code responses into based on the survey instrument.

Common themes among the responses that were included in the 'other' group included: wanting a job

related to their field of study, wanting permanent or full-time employment, or looking to achieve personal

or career goals.

70%

0%

0%

0%

1%

1%

1%

2%

2%

3%

4%

16%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other

Own illness or disabilities

Job duties

Workplace culture

Relationship with colleagues or supervisors

Work environment

Family responsibilities

Over-qualified in current job

Looking for promotion

Moving

Simply changing careers

Compensation and benefits

Main Reason for Looking for a Job(n=2,687)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-25 Rate of Self-Employed Graduates in the Workforce

Q37. Are you self-employed (in your current main job)?



A small percentage of graduates who indicated they currently had a job (7%) were self-employed.

Demographic groups with particularly high rates of self-employment include:

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (8% were self-employed compared to 6%).

• Graduates older than 60 years of age (39% were self-employed compared to a range of 5% to 10% of their peers).

• Graduates of Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions (18% were self-employed compared to a range of 4% to 8% of graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, Polytechnic Institutions, and Independent Academic Institutions).

• Graduates of Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies and Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation (15% to 21% were self-employed compared to a range of 3% to 8% of most other fields).

7% 93%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Currently Employed Graduates (n=11,543)

Rate of Self-Employed Graduates in the Workforce

Yes (Self-employed) No (Not self-employed)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-26 Length of Current Employment

Q38. How long have you been employed in your current main job?



Approximately half (49%) of graduates had been at their current position for between one to three years.

Demographic groups who tended to have been at their positions for more than five years include:

• Graduates older than 40 years of age (a range of 36% to 58% were at their current position for more than five years compared to a range of 2% to 19% of their younger peers).

• Graduates who were married, living with a partner, divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 24% to 26% were at their current position for more than five years compared to 6% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates with one or more dependents (26% were at their current position for more than five years compared to 8% of graduates without dependents)

• Graduates who received a master’s degree (28% were at their current position for more than five years compared to a range of 7% to 15% of their peers)

11%

8%

49%

15%

17%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Over five (5) years

Three (3) years to five (5) years

One (1) year to three (3) years

Six (6) months to one (1) year

Six (6) months or less

Length of Current Employment

Time (n=11,514)


Survey Results


Figure 11.1-27 Type of Employment

Q39. Is your main job…



About three-quarters (77%) of graduates were employed in permanent positions. However, doctoral

graduates were less likely to have been employed in a permanent position (58%), and instead were more

likely to be employed in a temporary position (37%) compared to their peers (range of 10% to 17%).

77% 14% 7%2%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Currently Employed Graduates (n=11,292)

Type of Employment

Permanent Temporary Casual Seasonal


Survey Results


11.2 Income

Figure 11.2-1 Income Distribution

Notes: Values may not add to 100%due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses

were excluded from analysis. Responses of less than $100 or more than $800,000 were excluded.

The average annual income made was $59,392 and half of graduates indicated that they made $52,000 or

more a year. Certain demographic groups reported higher average annual incomes than some of their

peers, specifically:

• Male graduates compared to female graduates (an average of $66,833 in annual income compared to $55,039).

• Graduates who were older than 40 years of age (averages ranging from $79,096 to $85,687 in annual income compared to averages ranging from $45,992 to $50,240 of graduates younger than 26 years of age).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner ($71,531 in annual income compared to $54,291 of graduates who were single).

• Graduates with one or more dependents ($69,898 in annual income compared to $56,736 of graduates with no dependents).

• Graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability ($59,674 in annual income compared to $51,913 of graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability).

• Graduates from Fort McMurray or another province or territory in Canada (averages ranging from $69,436 to $82,533 in annual income compared to averages ranging from $53,645 to $58,266 of graduates from Calgary, outside of Canada, Edmonton, Grande Prairie, rural Alberta, Red Deer, and Lethbridge).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on potential income ($63,242 average annual income compared to $54,166 of graduates who chose their program based on their parents' suggestions).

10% 10% 16% 17% 24% 23%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Annual Income (n=8,348)

Income Distribution

Less than $25,000 $25,000-$34,999 $35,000-$44,999

$45,000-$54,999 $55,000-$74,999 $75,000 or more


Survey Results


• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study ($60,791 in annual income compared to $57,047 who did not).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities ($69,063 in annual income compared to averages ranging from $29,666 to $45,944 of graduates of Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions and Comprehensive Community Colleges).

• Graduates of Business, Management and Public Administration; Education; Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies; Health and Related Fields; and Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences (averages ranging from $57,995 to $66,642 in annual income compared to $33,849 of graduates of Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies).

• Graduates who received a master’s degree or doctoral degree (averages ranging from $78,307 to $87,811 in annual income compared to $46,160 who received a certificate).

Table of Figures: Section 11.2: Income

Figure 11.2-2 Total Income by Demographics ...........................................................................................275

Figure 11.2-3 Average Total Income by Demographics .............................................................................276

Figure 11.2-4 Average Total Income by Sector .........................................................................................277

Figure 11.2-5 Average Total Income by Field of Study ..............................................................................278

Figure 11.2-6 Average Total Income by Credential Type ..........................................................................279


Survey Results


Figure 11.2-2 Total Income by Demographics


were excluded from analysis. Responses of less than $100 or more than $800,000 were excluded.

17%

10%

9%

10%

10%

10%

11%

7%

11%

14%

13%

8%

7%

8%

8%

11%

10%

11%

10%

13%

10%

10%

10%

11%

8%

6%

17%

12%

9%

7%

8%

7%

12%

10%

15%

16%

16%

16%

15%

16%

17%

13%

12%

24%

19%

15%

11%

10%

13%

17%

16%

19%

17%

15%

17%

13%

18%

19%

14%

20%

21%

20%

18%

15%

11%

16%

18%

17%

22%

24%

23%

24%

17%

26%

25%

21%

21%

14%

26%

29%

23%

16%

26%

22%

24%

17%

24%

24%

23%

35%

20%

17%

37%

29%

11%

11%

20%

37%

47%

30%

20%

23%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Disability (n=241)

Non-disability(n=8,050)

Aboriginal (n=346)

Non-Aboriginal (n=7,928)

One or more dependents (n=1,639)

No dependents (n=6,539)

Single (n=5,738)

Married/Common-law (n=2,352)

Separated/ Divorced/ Widowed (n=210)

22 years or younger (n=735)

23-25 years (n=2,557)

26-30 years (n=2,347)

31-40 years (n=1,673)

41 years or older (n=1,036)

Male (n=3,081)

Female (n=5,267)

Total (n=8,348)

Total Income by Demographics

Less than $25,000 $25,000-$34,999 $35,000-$44,999

$45,000-$54,999 $55,000-$74,999 $75,000 or more


Survey Results


Figure 11.2-3 Average Total Income by Demographics

Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. Responses of less

than $100 or more than $800,000 were excluded.

$51,913

$59,674

$57,965

$59,448

$69,898

$56,736

$54,291

$71,531

$62,967

$46,374

$50,240

$57,502

$68,402

$80,944

$66,833

$55,039

$59,392

$49,941

$52,000

$51,545

$52,000

$57,200

$52,000

$50,000

$62,000

$54,800

$42,300

$47,840

$54,600

$61,066

$70,100

$60,000

$50,000

$52,000

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000

Disability (n=241)

Non-disability(n=8,050)

Aboriginal (n=346)

Non-Aboriginal (n=7,928)

One or more dependents (n=1,639)

No dependents (n=6,539)

Single (n=5,738)

Married/Common-law (n=2,352)

Separated/ Divorced/ Widowed (n=210)

22 and younger (n=735)

23 to 25 (n=2,557)

26 to 30 (n=2,347)

31 to 40 (n=1,673)

41 and older (n=1,036)

Male (n=3,081)

Female (n=5,267)

Total (n=8,348)

Average Total Income by Demographics

Median Average


Survey Results


Figure 11.2-4 Average Total Income by Sector



$29,666

$56,627

$50,881

$45,944

$54,392

$69,063

$32,890

$50,000

$48,024

$41,014

$49,387

$63,000

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000







Average Total Income by Sector

Median Average


Survey Results


Figure 11.2-5 Average Total Income by Field of Study



$73,538

$33,849

$50,656

$47,599

$52,185

$57,995

$49,390

$60,957

$66,370

$66,642

$64,766

$47,889

$74,000

$33,600

$45,500

$45,500

$42,000

$54,600

$45,000

$56,000

$62,000

$54,000

$60,000

$45,929

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000

Other(n=26)






Humanities (n=194)


Education (n=668)




Average Total Income by Field of Study

Median Average


Survey Results


Figure 11.2-6 Average Total Income by Credential Type



$46,160

$50,710

$58,946

$87,811

$78,307

$41,600

$45,760

$55,000

$80,000

$73,600

$- $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 $100,000


Diploma(n=2,166)




Average Total Income by Credential Type

Median Average


Survey Results


11.3 Relatedness of Education and Current Employment

Figure 11.3-1 Education Relatedness to the Workplace

Q47-49. Thinking about your current main job, please rate the following statements as “not related”, “somewhat

related” or “very related”…



The majority of graduates indicated that their post-secondary education was 'very related' to their current

main job; 62% indicated that the general skills and abilities they acquired were ‘very related’, 56% indicated

that their program was 'very related' to their current main job overall, and 54% indicated that the subject

area knowledge they acquired was ‘very related’. Certain demographic groups indicated that their program

was ‘very related’ more often than others, specifically:

• Female graduates compared to male graduates (59% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 49%).

• Graduates who were between 21 and 25 years of age (a range of 48% to 53% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to a range of 62% to 67% of graduates between 31 and 60 years of age).

• Graduates who were married or living with a partner, divorced, separated, or widowed (a range of 62% to 66% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 51% of graduates who were single).

• Graduates with one or more dependents (66% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 54% of graduates with no dependents).

18%

16%

6%

27%

30%

31%

56%

54%

62%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Overall, how related is your current main job to the program from which you graduated in (reporting year)? (n=11,546)

The subject-area knowledge you acquired (n=11,531)

The general skills and abilities you acquired (n=11,525)

Education Relatedness to the Workplace(2-Somewhat related or 3-Very related)

1-Not related 2-Somewhat related 3-Very related


Survey Results


• Graduates who did not self-identify as a person with a disability (56% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 50% of graduates who self-identified as a person with a disability).

• Graduates from Grande Prairie and another province or territory in Canada (a range of 62% to 65% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 45% of graduates from outside of Canada).

• Of the graduates asked, those who chose their program based on potential income or information provided by their teacher (a range of 51% to 55% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 62% of graduates who chose their program based on the reputation of the field).

• Graduates who participated in work experience related to their field of study (64% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 42% who did not).

• Graduates of BHASE programs (58% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 43% of STEM graduates).

• Graduates from Comprehensive Community Colleges (60 % indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to a range of 40% to 55% of graduates from Polytechnic Institutions, Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities, and Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions).

• Graduates of Education and Health and Related Fields (a range of 72% to 80% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 19% to 32% of graduate of Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies and Humanities).

• Graduates who received a doctoral degree, master’s degree, or diploma (a range of 59% to 67% indicated that their job was 'very related' to their program compared to 51% who received an applied & bachelor’s degree).

Table of Figures: Section 11.3: Relatedness of Education and Current Employment

Figure 11.3-2 Program Related to Employment by Sector ........................................................................282

Figure 11.3-3 Program Related to Employment by Field of Study ............................................................283

Figure 11.3-4 Program Related to Employment by Credential Type .........................................................284

Figure 11.3-5 Education Requirement for Current Employment ...............................................................285


Survey Results


Figure 11.3-2 Program Related to Employment by Sector


related” or “very related”…



62%

76%

84%

84%

78%

84%

66%

79%

86%

86%

82%

84%

80%

92%

94%

94%

91%

95%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Specialized Arts and Culture Institutions 47. (n=65) 48. (n=64) 49. (n=65)

Independent Academic Institutions47. (n=257) 48. (n=257) 49. (n=256)

Teaching Universities47. (n=1,448) 48. (n=1,448) 49. (n=1,448)

Comprehensive Community Colleges47. (n=2,198) 48. (n=2,200) 49. (n=2,206)

Polytechnic Institutions47. (n=2,305) 48. (n=2,302) 49. (n=2,313)

Comprehensive Academic and Research Universities47. (n=5,252) 48. (n=5,260) 49. (n=5,258)

Program Related to Employment by Sector

The general skills andabilities you acquired

The subject-area knowledge you acquired

Overall, how related is your current main job to the program from whichyou graduated in (reporting year)?


Survey Results


Figure 11.3-3 Program Related to Employment by Field of Study


related” or “very related”



85%

68%

76%

61%

78%

85%

56%

91%

95%

86%

76%

80%

88%

72%

78%

63%

83%

86%

57%

92%

94%

87%

80%

82%

97%

88%

92%

87%

94%

94%

86%

96%

98%

95%

90%

94%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Other47. (n=33) 48. (n=33) 49. (n=33)

Visual and Performing Arts, and Communications Technologies47. (n=434) 48. (n=433) 49. (n=434)

Social and Behavioural Sciences and Law47. (n=1,496) 48. (n=1,496) 49. (n=1,493)

Physical and Life Sciences and Technologies47. (n=410) 48. (n=411) 49. (n=412)

Personal, Protective and Transportation Services47. (n=329) 48. (n=329) 49. (n=329)

Mathematics, Computer and Information Sciences47. (n=337) 48. (n=338) 49. (n=337)

Humanities47. (n=284) 48. (n=284) 49. (n=284)

Health and Related Fields47. (n=2,912) 48. (n=2,916) 49. (n=2,927)

Education47. (n=954) 48. (n=955) 49. (n=954)

Business, Management and Public Administration47. (n=2,281) 48. (n=2,280) 49. (n=2,285)

Architecture, Engineering, and Related Technologies47. (n=1,674) 48. (n=1,674) 49. (n=1,678)

Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation47. (n=381) 48. (n=382) 49. (n=380)

Program Related to Employment by Field of Study





Survey Results


Figure 11.3-4 Program Related to Employment by Credential Type


related” or “very related”



79%

83%

81%

91%

93%

84%

85%

81%

91%

91%

91%

93%

93%

97%

97%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Certificate47. (n=1,758) 48. (n=1,760) 49. (n=1,769)

Diploma47. (n=3,096) 48. (n=3,091) 49. (n=3,098)

Applied & Bachelor47. (n=4,952) 48. (n=4,960) 49. (n=4,959)

Master's Degree47. (n=1,423) 48. (n=1,423) 49. (n=1,423)

Doctoral Degree47. (n=296) 48. (n=297) 49. (n=297)

Program Related to Employment by Credential Type





Survey Results


Figure 11.3-5 Education Requirement for Current Employment

Q50. When you were selected for your current main job, what was the minimum level of Education needed to get the

job?



A third of graduates (33%) indicated that a completed Bachelor’s degree was a necessary qualification for

their position when they were hired. The second most common requirement (21%) was a completed

non-university post-secondary degree (college, technical, or vocational) and the third most common (14%)

was a high school diploma.

4%

2%

2%

3%

4%

8%

8%

14%

21%

33%

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50%

Other

Some high school

Professional degree (only includes: Medicine (MD), Law (LLB), and Dentistry (DDS))

Less than high school

Some university

Some non-University post-secondary(college, technical, or vocational)

Completed graduate studies

High school diploma

Completed non-University post-secondary(college, technical, or vocational)

Completed bachelor's degree

Education Requirement for Current Employment(n=8,883)


Survey Results


11.4 Historic Outcomes

Table of Figures: Section 11.4: Historic Outcomes

Figure 11.4-1 Historic Employment Rate ..................................................................................................287

Figure 11.4-2 Historic Employment Rate by Sector...................................................................................288

Figure 11.4-3 Historic Employment Rate by Field of Study .......................................................................289

Figure 11.4-4 Historic Employment Rate by Credential Type ....................................................................290

Figure 11.4-5 Historical Labour Status by Sector ......................................................................................292

Figure 11.4-6 Historic Labour Status by Field of Study..............................................................................293

Figure 11.4-7 Historic Labour Status by Credential Type ..........................................................................294

Figure 11.4-8 Historic Average Income .....................................................................................................295

Overall there has been little change to the employment rate over the past survey periods. The employment

rate from previous survey periods ranged from 92% to 95%. The 2015/2016 employment rate appears to

have decreased by 2% from the employment rate of 95% recorded in 2005/2006 and has increased by 1%

from the previous survey period.

This pattern of change appears to reflect the change in results of graduates from 2015/2016 and

2013/2014, respectively, in the following groups:

FIELD OF STUDY




Survey Results


Figure 11.4-1 Historic Employment Rate




Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. Note that the

employment rates presented in this chart are based only on questions 32 and 33 and therefore, do not account for

whether graduates were currently in school, which is in contrast to the calculation of employment rate within other

charts in this report. The result was presented differently here in order to give a more consistent comparison with the

reported employment rates of previous years.

95%

93%

94%

94%

92%

93%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2005/2006

2007/2008

2009/2010

2011/2012

2013/2014

2015/2016

Historic Employment Rate


Survey Results


Figure 11.4-2 Historic Employment Rate by Sector




Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis.. The historic

employment rates have been recalculated using the same method as the 2015/2016 rates in order to make a more

consistant comparsion. This method does not include respondents who answered “Don’t know” or “Prefer not to say”

to questions 24, 26, 32, or 34 if their labour force status could not be determined.

95%

92%

90%

94%

93%

95%

97%

93%

93%

96%

92%

92%

95%

88%

91%

96%

93%

95%

96%

92%

93%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120%

2011/12



2011/12



2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

Colleges 2013/14

Comprehensive Community (n=2,558) 2015/16

2011/12

2013/14


2011/12



2011/12

2013/14

Total (n=12,968) 2015/16

Historic Employment Rate by Sector


Survey Results


Figure 11.4-3 Historic Employment Rate by Field of Study




Notes: Values may not be exact due to rounding. “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were

excluded from analysis. The historic employment rates have been recalculated using the same method as the

2015/2016 rates in order to make a more consistant comparsion. This method does not include respondents who

answered “Don’t know” or “Prefer not to say” to questions 24, 26, 32, or 34 if their labour force status could not be

determined.

81%93%

97%

95%89%

93%

95%92%93%

93%88%89%

96%91%91%

94%88%

93%

94%91%90%

97%96%95%

97%98%98%

95%91%93%

95%85%

90%

96%92%93%

96%92%93%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/20122013/2014

Other (n=38) 2015/2016






2011/20122013/2014

Humanities (n=326) 2015/2016

2011/20122013/2014


2011/20122013/2014

Education (n=1,016) 2015/2016




2011/20122013/2014

Total (n=12,968) 2015/2016

Historic Employment Rate by Field of Study


Survey Results


Figure 11.4-4 Historic Employment Rate by Credential Type




Notes: “Not Applicable”, “Don’t know”, and “No response” responses were excluded from analysis. The historic

employment rates have been recalculated using the same method as the 2015/2016 rates in order to make a more

consistant comparsion. This method does not include respondents who answered “Don’t know” or “Prefer not to say”

to questions 24, 26, 32, or 34 if their labour force status could not be determined.

95%

89%

91%

96%

91%

92%

96%

93%

94%

97%

93%

96%

97%

94%

94%

96%

92%

93%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/12

2013/14

Certificate (n=2,058) 2015/16

2011/12

2013/14

Diploma (n=3,564) 2015/16

2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14

Total (n=12,968) 2015/16

Historic Employment Rate by Credential Type


Survey Results


As compared to graduates of 2011/2012 and 2013/2014, graduates of 2015/2016 appear to be less likely to

indicate that they were employed (88% and 76% vs. 74%, chronologically). Over the same period the

proportion of students who indicated that they were enrolled as full-time students has increased (6% and

14% vs. 19%, chronologically).

Looking at the changes in labor force status compared to the previous survey period, it appears that a

larger proportion of 2015/2016 graduates than 2013/2014 graduates reported that they were enrolled as

full-time students (19% vs. 14%, respectively).

This pattern of change appears to reflect the absolute changes of 5% or more in the results of graduates


SECTOR




FIELD OF STUDY






• Personal, Protective and Transportation Services (16% vs. 10%)


CREDENTIAL TYPE

• Diploma (19% vs. 12%)



Survey Results


Figure 11.4-5 Historical Labour Status by Sector





were excluded from analysis. The historic labour force status have been recalculated using the same method as the

2015/2016 rates for consistant comparsion. This method does not include respondents who answered “Don’t know”

or “Prefer not to say” to questions 24, 26, 32, or 34 if their labour force status could not be determined.

20%

13%

15%

27%

22%

26%

18%

12%

17%

13%

11%

17%

12%

11%

17%

16%

18%

21%

15%

14%

19%

3%

2%

3%

3%

3%

1%

2%

2%

2%

3%

4%

3%

2%

3%

2%

2%

2%

1%

2%

3%

2%

4%

7%

8%

4%

6%

4%

3%

6%

5%

4%

7%

6%

5%

11%

7%

3%

6%

4%

4%

7%

5%

73%

78%

74%

66%

69%

69%

78%

80%

76%

80%

78%

74%

82%

75%

74%

79%

74%

74%

79%

76%

74%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/12



2011/12



2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

Colleges 2013/14

Comprehensive Community (n=3,194) 2015/16

2011/12

2013/14


2011/12



2011/12

2013/14

Total (n=16,310) 2015/16

Historical Labour Status by Sector

Full-time Student Not in Labour Force Not Employed and Looking Employed


Survey Results


Figure 11.4-6 Historic Labour Status by Field of Study

Q32. Do you currently have one or more paying jobs, including self-employment and seasonal positions?





24%14%

7%

21%19%21%

18%19%23%

40%38%

50%

13%10%

16%

7%8%

15%

33%31%

39%

12%12%13%

6%5%6%

15%11%

17%

9%11%

17%

21%15%

24%

15%14%

19%

0%8%

2%

2%2%2%

4%4%

2%

2%2%

1%

2%2%

2%

2%2%

1%

4%4%

3%

2%3%2%

4%3%1%

2%3%

2%

1%2%

1%

1%2%

2%

2%3%

2%

14%5%

2%

4%9%5%

4%6%5%

4%7%

5%

4%8%

7%

5%11%

6%

4%6%

6%

2%4%5%

2%2%2%

4%8%

5%

5%13%

8%

3%7%

5%

4%7%

5%

62%73%

88%

72%70%

72%

74%71%71%

54%53%

44%

81%80%

75%

85%79%78%

60%60%

53%

83%81%81%

88%90%91%

79%79%76%

85%74%74%

75%76%

69%

79%76%74%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/122013/14

Other (n=42) 2015/16






2011/122013/14

Humanities (n=558) 2015/16

2011/122013/14


2011/122013/14

Education (n=1,092) 2015/16



2011/12and Conservation 2013/14Agriculture, Natural Resources (n=584) 2015/16

2011/122013/14

Total (n=16,310) 2015/16

Historic Labour Status by Field of Study



Survey Results


Figure 11.4-7 Historic Labour Status by Credential Type

Q32. Do you currently have one or more paying jobs, including self-employment and seasonal positions?





11%

11%

16%

15%

12%

19%

18%

19%

23%

11%

12%

10%

3%

3%

3%

15%

14%

19%

4%

5%

3%

2%

3%

2%

2%

2%

1%

2%

2%

1%

2%

3%

1%

2%

3%

2%

5%

10%

7%

3%

6%

6%

3%

8%

5%

3%

6%

4%

3%

6%

6%

4%

7%

5%

80%

74%

74%

79%

77%

73%

77%

74%

71%

85%

81%

85%

92%

89%

90%

79%

76%

74%

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

2011/12

2013/14

Certificate (n=2,521) 2015/16

2011/12

2013/14

Diploma (n=4,494) 2015/16

2009/10

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14


2011/12

2013/14

Total (n=16,310) 2015/16

Historic Labour Status by Credential Type



Survey Results


Overall, there has been an increase in the average reported annual income between the 2001/2002 survey

period and the current one. Without taking inflation into account the average annual income has had an

increase of $21,292, and with inflation the increase has been $8,439.

Looking at the average annual income compared to the 2013/2014 survey period, there has been a

decrease of about $3,977 when inflation is considered.

Figure 11.4-8 Historic Average Income



(2018) and the compared year used was the even number year of the graduation period. For example the 2001/2002

adjusted median was calculated by assuming the unadjusted median was provided based on it's value in 2002 and was

adjusted for inflation to get it's value in 2018.The Inflation Calculator can be found at

https://www.bankofcanada.ca/rates/related/inflation-calculator/ .

$50,953

$56,440

$62,103

$65,527

$64,615

$66,250

$65,439

$61,462

$38,100

$44,400

$50,900

$56,600

$56,200

$60,300

$61,667

$59,392

$45,871

$50,847

$55,100

$59,043

$57,487

$58,988

$59,871

$53,813

$34,300

$40,000

$46,800

$51,000

$50,000

$54,600

$56,420

$52,000

$0 $25,000 $50,000 $75,000

2001/2002

2003/2004

2005/2006

2007/2008

2009/2010

2011/2012

2013/2014

2015/2016 (n=8,348)

Historic Average Income

Median Adjusted Median Average Adjusted Average



Appendix


12 Appendix

Graduate Outcomes Survey Instrument

Telephone Introduction Script

QI1a. Hello, may I please speak to (name of graduate) ?

[Interviewer Prompt: If asked who is calling, I am calling from CCI Research on behalf of Alberta Advanced

Education and (provider name ) .

[Interviewer Prompt: if asked why we are calling, We are conducting a survey of post-secondary graduates

who completed programs of study in Alberta. The purpose of the study is to collect information about

graduates’ employment and educational experiences, and to provide detailed information to (provider

name ) with ideas about how to improve their programs.]

Interviewer Note: if asked who we are and why we are calling read both prompts.]

[Interviewer Note: Interviewers are not to collect survey information from parents, roommates or others.]

1. Speaking Go to QIaa

2. Goes to get them Go to QI2a

3. Not available/no later Go to callback screen

4. Does not live there anymore Go to QIb

5. Don’t know Go to QI1c

6. Refused Go to QI1c

(IF QI1a=1)

QI1aa.Is now a safe and convenient time to speak with you ?

[Interviewer Prompt: if asked why we ask this questions say, We may be contacting people on their cell

phones and we want to ensure they are in a safe and convenient environment to talk to us.]

[Interviewer prompt: If respondent is NOT in an appropriate environment to proceed with the call (e.g.,

driving or in a public place), say “I will try you at another time. Thank you”. And record as a general

callback.]

[Interviewer Prompt: If asked who is calling, I am calling from CCI Research on behalf of Alberta Advanced

Education and (provider name )

1. Yes Go to QI2

2. No Go to call back screen

3. Don’t know Go to call back screen

4. Refused Go to call back screen


Appendix


(If QI1a=4)

QI1b. Okay, I will explain the reason for my call. We are conducting a survey of post-secondary graduates

who completed programs of study in Alberta. The purpose of the study is to collect information about

graduates’ employment and educational experiences, and to provide detailed information to (provider

name ) with ideas about how to improve their programs.

Would you be willing to supply us with the telephone number and or email address of (name of graduate)

so we may collect this information from them to help improve (provider name ) programs.

The contact information you provide will only be used to contact (name of graduate) to conduct this survey.

1 .Yes gives contact information Go to QI1d

2. No Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye

3. Ask permission/call later Go to callback screen

4. Don’t know Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye

5. Refused Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye

QI1c. We understand you may not be able to complete the survey at this time. However, the information

we collect helps to improve (provider name) programs. Our calling hours are Monday to Friday 9:00 am to

9:00 pm and weekends 10:00 am to 6:30 pm when would be a better time to call you back or would you

prefer to complete the survey online?

1. Yes do survey now Go to QI2

2. No later Goes to callback screen

3. Online Go to QI1e


5. Refused Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye.

( IF QI1b=1 and or if QI13=1 )

QI1d Thank you. May I have the phone number and or the email address?

1. Record phone number:

2. Record email address:


Thank you for your cooperation. Have a good day/night. Good bye.

QI1e. Thank you. May I have your email address?


Appendix


1. Record email address


For respondent: Thank you, we will be sending you an invitation to complete this survey online.

Begin period End period Reporting

Year

Public Institutions spring of 2015 spring of 2016 2015-16

Private Vocational Training Institutions spring of 2016 spring of 2017 2016-17

(IF QI1aa= 1 or,QI2a=1

QI2. Hi, my name is and I am calling from (consulting company on behalf of Alberta

Advanced Education and (provider name ) . We are conducting a survey of post-secondary

graduates, who completed programs of study in Alberta between the _____(begin period)____ and the

_____(end period)____. The purpose of the study is to collect information about graduates’ employment and

educational experiences, and to provide detailed information to (provider name ) with

ideas about how to improve their programs. When the survey is completed, you will be entered in a draw to

win one of seven gift cards that are worth $200 each, which you could receive, provided that you answer a

skill-testing question.

Are you willing to participate in the survey with me now?

[Interviewer Prompt: If the respondent wants to know how we came to have their name and phone

number, say: “Your contact information was provided by the institution you attended and Alberta

Advanced Education.”]

[Interviewer Prompt if asked when the gift card winners will be notified. “The draw will take place

on May 21st , 2018 and the winners will be notified shortly thereafter. “]

[Interviewer Prompt: if asked how long the survey will take say: It will take approximately 15 minutes to

complete.]

1. Yes Go to QI2b.

2. No later Go to call back screen.

3. Don`t know Go to QI1c.


(If QI1a=2)


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QI2a. Hi, am I speaking to <name of graduate>?

[Interviewer Note: after second attempt code as Refused}

1. Yes Go to QI2.

2. No goes to get them Stay on screen and re-read question.

3. No later Go to callback screen

4. Don`t know Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye.


(If QI2 =1)

QI2b. Thank you , Before we start, I’d like to assure you that your participation is voluntary and that any

information you provide will be kept confidential. You may refuse to answer any question or end the survey

at any time. Your personal information and your responses will be managed in accordance with the Freedom

of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This call will be recorded for monitoring and quality assurance

purposes.

May I continue?

[Interviewer prompt if needed: If you have any questions or concerns regarding this survey, please

contact the Alberta Advanced Education Senior Research Officer @ 780-427-5730.]

[IF ASKED: The overall report of findings from this project will be publicly available on the Alberta

Advanced Education website in 2019. The report from the last wave of this research is currently

available on this website.]

1. Yes Go to Q1.

2. No later Go to call back screen.

3. Don`t know Go to QI1c.


QI3. Hi, my name is<Interviewers name> and I am calling from (consulting company) on behalf of Alberta

Advanced Education and (provider name ) . We are conducting a survey of post-secondary graduates who

completed programs of study in Alberta between the (begin period)_and the (end period).

We contacted your household previously and were informed that <name of graduate>___ had moved. A

request to obtain their contact information was made at that time. Were you able to obtain permission to

supply us with their information?

1. Yes permission given Go to QI1d.

2. No permission given Thank you for your time. Have a good day/night. Good bye

3. No later Go to callback screen (scenario)




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[IF ASKED: The overall report of findings from this project will be publicly available on the Alberta

Advanced Education website in 2019. The report from the last wave of this research is currently

available on this website.]

Online Introduction Script

Alberta Advanced Education is conducting a a survey of post-secondary graduates who completed programs

of study in Alberta between _____(begin period)____ and the _____(end period)____. The purpose of the

study is to collect information about graduates’ employment and educational experiences, and to provide

detailed information to (provider name ) . with ideas about how to improve their programs.

When the survey is completed, you will be entered in a draw to win one of seven gift cards that are worth

$200 each, which you could receive, provided that you answer a skill-testing question.

Your participation is voluntary and any information you provide will be kept confidential. Your personal

information and your responses will be managed in accordance with the Freedom of Information and

Protection of Privacy Act.

For more information about the survey, please contact:

Advanced Education Survey Contact (Title, Business

Address) Alberta Advanced

Education Senior Research

Officer

Telephone Number

780-427-5730

The CATI system will generate the title and telephone number for the Advanced Education contact.

[The overall report of findings from this project will be publicly available on the Alberta Advanced

Education website in 2019. The report from the last wave of this research is currently available on this

website..]


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YOUR PROGRAM

The following statements examine the degree to which your post-secondary education completed in

______(reporting year)_____ has added to your skills, knowledge and abilities. Please rate these

statements using a 5-point scale where 1 means “not at all” and 5 means “to a great extent”. If a

statement is not applicable please indicate so.

Reflecting on your educational experience at (provider name ) , do you feel that it has helped you to

effectively: [RANDOMIZE]

[Interviewer Prompt: The following statements examine the degree to which your post-secondary

education completed in ______(reporting year)_____ has added to your skills, knowledge and abilities.

Please rate these statements using a 5-point scale where 1 means “not at all” and 5 means “to a great

extent”. If a statement is not applicable please indicate so.]

not at

all

great

extent N/A DK PN

1. Gain job-specific knowledge 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP100

2. Develop your problem-solving skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP106

3. Develop your verbal communication skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP107

4. Develop your written communication skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP108

5. Develop your ability to learn independently 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP110

6. Develop your ability to take initiative 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP112

7. Develop your intercultural communication

skills

1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP116

8. Develop work-related computer skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP117

9. Develop specialized tool, machine,

equipment or software skills

1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP125

10. Develop research skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP118

11. Develop mathematical skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP119

12. Develop ability to work independently 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP121

13. Develop ability to work well with others 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP122

14. Develop effective time management skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP123

15. Develop critical thinking skills 1 2 3 4 5 87 88 99 YP124


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EDUCATIONAL SATISFACTION

The following question examines how satisfied you are with your educational experience in the .

(program name)) program at (provider name ) .

16. How satisfied are you with the quality of teaching in your program? ES100

1. Very dissatisfied

2. Dissatisfied

3. Satisfied

4. Very satisfied

88. Don’t know

99. Prefer not to say

17. How satisfied are you with the quality of your program at (provider name ) ? ES101


2. Dissatisfied

3. Satisfied

4. Very satisfied

88. Don’t know


18. How satisfied are you with the overall quality of your educational experience? ES102


2. Dissatisfied

3. Satisfied

4. Very satisfied

88. Don’t know


NOTE: FOR PRIVATE VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q23

NOTE: GO TO Q19, IF COMPLETED PROGRAM WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TWO-DIGIT LEVEL

CIP CODES: 01, 03, 04, 10, 11, 14, 15, 21, 26, 27, 30, 40, 41, 47, 49, 51, 60

GO TO Q20


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19. What was the main factor that led you to enroll in your program? EDT01

1. Wanted to work in this field because of income 2. Wanted to work in this field because of reputation 3. Participation in an event, competition or program

4. My parents’ suggestions

5. Information provided by my teachers

77. Other (specify) [EDT01_77] .

88. Don’t know


TRANSFER CREDITS

20. Did you complete any post-secondary courses, not including adult upgrading, prior to

enrolling in the (program name) program at (provider name )) ?

T100

1. Yes

2. No → GO TO Q23

88. Don’t know → GO TO Q23

99. Prefer not to say → GO TO Q23

21. In completing requirements for the (program name)) program, did you

receive transfer credit or advanced standing for courses taken at any other

institution?

T101

1. Yes

2. No → GO TO Q23



22. How satisfied were you with the transfer credit that you received? T106

1. Very dissatisfied 2. Dissatisfied 3. Satisfied 4. Very satisfied 88. Don’t know 99. Prefer not to say


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ADDITIONAL EDUCATION QUESTIONS

23. To what extent do you agree with the following statement: Given the benefits of post-

secondary education, I consider the (program name) . program to be worth the

financial cost to me and/or my family? Do you…

EQ100

1. Strongly disagree 2. Disagree 3. Agree 4. Strongly agree 88. Don’t know 99. Prefer not to say

FURTHER STUDIES

The following questions relate to any further studies you have undertaken since graduating.

24. Are you currently enrolled as a student? FS100

1. [DO NOT USE]

2. [DO NOT USE]

3. Yes, in Alberta

4. Yes, outside Alberta (specify) [FS101_66] .

5. No → GO TO Q27



NOTE: FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q26, IF Q24=Yes, in Alberta

25. Will these studies lead to a…?

FS103

1. Diploma

2. Certificate

3. Extension Certificate

4. Applied Degree

5. Undergraduate Degree

6. Graduate Degree

7. Professional School (For example, Law, Dentistry, Medicine)

8. Professional designation (For example, CMA – Certified Management Accounting

designation)

77. Other (specify) [FS103_77] .

88. Don’t know



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26. Are you currently a part-time or full-time student? FS102

1. Full-time → GO TO Q51

2. Part-time

88. Don’t know


EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES

The following questions relate to your employment outcomes before and since graduating.

27. Did you participate in any work experience related to your field of study while you were

a student?

EO108

1. Yes

2. No → GO TO Q29



28. What type(s) of work experience did you participate in while you were a student? Please select

all that apply.

[INTERVIEWER NOTE: Select all that apply.] Yes Not Mentioned

1. Summer employment 1 0 EO10901

2. Employment during the school year 1 0 EO10902

3. Employer sponsored Co-op or internships (not part of your

program requirement)

1 0 EO10903

4. Co-op, internships or practicum included as part of your program

requirement

1 0 EO10904

77. Other (specify) [EO109_77] . 1 0 EO10977

88. Don’t know 1 0 EO10988

99. Prefer not to say 1 0 EO10999

29. How many months after graduation did it take you to obtain a full-time job or the

equivalent of a full-time job? [ENTER NUMBER OF MONTHS]

EO110

55. I was employed during school and kept job

66. I have not been employed full-time or full-time equivalent since graduating

88. Don’t know



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NOTE: FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q32, IF Q29 <= 6 or Q29 = 55

NOTE: FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q31

GO TO Q31, IF Q29 > 55

30. Was the full-time job or the equivalent of a full-time job relevant to your program of

studies?

EO111

1. Yes

2. No

88. Don’t know


GO TO Q32, IF Q29 <= 6 or Q29 = 55

31. What challenge most impacted your ability to find employment?

(Do Not Read Select One Only)

EO112

1. Not enough work experience

2. Wage expectation not being met

3. Field of study – limited or no related jobs available in my field

4. Limited or no jobs available near my place of residence (for example, in my town, city,

community)

5. I’m not willing or able to travel or relocate for work

6. Had limited or no access to needed pre-employment supports (For example, job search,

resume writing, interview skills, career planning)

7. My credential was not recognized

8. Personal health

9. Family commitment

77. Other (specify) [EO112_77] .

88. Don’t know


32. Do you currently have one or more paying jobs, including self-employment and

seasonal positions?

EO100

1. Yes

2. No

88. Don’t know



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33. Are you currently looking for a job? EO101

1. Yes

2. No

88. Don’t know


GO TO Q34, IF Q32=NO or DK or PN and Q33=NO

GO TO Q35, IF Q32=YES and Q33=YES

GO TO Q36, IF Q32=YES and Q33=NO or DK or PN

GO TO Q51

34. What is the main reason you are not looking for a job?

[QUESTION IT TO BE OPEN-ENDED ONLINE]

[INTERVIEWER NOTE: DO NOT READ]

EO102

1. Own illness or disability 2. Personal or family responsibilities 3. [DO NOT USE] 4. No longer interested in finding a job 5. Waiting for recall (to former or seasonal job) 6. Waiting for replies from employer 7. Could not find the kind of job wanted 8. Traveling or taking time off 9. Retired 10. International student or immigration issues 11. Studying (including current part-time study, taking courses or trainings, or will be

studying full time soon) 77. Other (specify) [EO102_77] . 88. Don’t know


GO TO Q51

35. What is the main reason you are looking for a job?

[QUESTION IT TO BE OPEN-ENDED ONLINE]

EO106


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1. Over-qualified in current job 11. Looking for promotion 2. Job duties

3. Compensation and benefits

4. Work environment

5. Workplace culture

6. Relationship with colleagues or supervisors

7. Simply changing careers

8. Moving

9. Family responsibilities

10. Own illness or disabilities

77. Other (specify) [EO106 77] .

88. Don’t know


36. What is the total number of hours you usually work per week in your current main

job? (The main job refers to the one with the most hours worked in a year.)

[ENTER HOURS]

MJ100

888888. Don’t know


37. Are you self-employed (in your current main job)?

[INTERVEWER PROMPT: THE MAIN JOB REFERS TO THE JOB THAT HAS THE MOST

HOURS IN A YEAR.]

EO105

1. Yes

2. No

88. Don’t know


MAIN JOB

38. How long have you been employed in your current main job?

[SELECT THE MOST APROPRIATE, DO NOT READ]

MJ101

1. Six (6) months or less

2. Six (6) months to one (1) year

3. [DO NOT USE]

4. One (1) year to three (3) years

5. Three (3) years to five (5) years

6. Over five (5) years

88. Don’t know


39. Is your main job MJ115


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1. Permanent

2. Temporary

3. Casual

4. Seasonal

88. Don’t know


40. What is the easiest way for you to provide your gross salary or earnings, including tips

and commissions, before taxes and other deductions for your current main job?

[INTERVIEWER PROMPT: Would you be able to tell me how much you earn per year?

Per month? Every 2 weeks? Per week? Per hour? Per day?]

INTERVIEWER NOTE: READ LIST AS NECESSARY]

[PROBE AS NECESSARY: Next I will be asking you to tell me the amount of your

salary. How would you like to tell me your salary? [READ LIST]]

MJ105

1. Hourly

2. Daily

3. Weekly

4. Bi-weekly (every two weeks)

5. Semi-monthly (twice a month)

6. Monthly

7. Yearly

77. Other (specify) [MJ105_77] . → GO TO Q46



GO TO Q41, IF Q40=DAILY

GO TO Q44, IF Q39=PERMANENT

GO TO Q42, IF Q40=HOURLY or WEEKLY or BI-WEEKLY

GO TO Q43, IF Q40=SEMI-MONTHLY or MONTHLY

GO TO Q44

41. How many days per week do you usually work at your current main job?

[ENTER DAYS]

MJ116



GO TO Q44, IF Q39=PERMANENT and Q40=DAILY


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42. How many weeks do you expect to work at your current main job in calendar year

2018?

[INTERVIEWER NOTE: ROUND TO THE NEAREST WHOLE NUMBER]

[INTERVIEWER NOTE: If asked if paid vacation is to be included in the response “Yes,

please include any weeks of paid vacation in your response”]

[ENTER WEEKS]

MJ117



GO TO Q44

43. How many months do you expect to work at your current main job in calendar year

2018?


[ENTER MONTHS]

MJ118



44. Working your usual hours at your current main job, approximately what is your

[INSERT APPROPRIATE WORD(S) FROM MJ105: Hourly/Daily/Weekly/Bi-weekly/Semi-

monthly (every two weeks)/Monthly/Yearly] gross salary or earnings, before taxes

and deductions? (including gratuities, commission and other earnings)?

[ENTER SALARY]

MJ106

8888888888. Don’t know → GO TO Q46


GO TO Q46, IF Q36=DK or PN and Q40=HOURLY

GO TO Q47, IF Q40=YEARLY

45. Based on what you have told me, your total expected annual income from your current

main job before deductions is calculated to be $ amount . Does that sound about

right?

MJ107

1. Yes → GO TO Q47

2. No




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46. In that case, what is your approximate annual income from your current main job

before deductions including ANY tips OR commissions?

[ENTER ANNUAL INCOME]

MJ108

8888888888. Don’t know


Thinking about your current main job, please rate the following statements as “not related”,

“somewhat related” or “very related”.

not

related

very

related DK PN

47. The general skills and abilities you acquired (For

example, communication skills, critical thinking,

problem solving)

1 2 3 88 99 MJ109

48. The subject-area knowledge you acquired

1 2 3 88 99 MJ110

49. Overall, how related is your current main job to the

program from which you graduated in (reporting

year)?

1 2 3 88 99 MJ111

GO TO Q51, IF Q38 = ANSWER #5 or #6

50. When you were selected for your current main job, what was the minimum level of

education needed to get the job?

[INTERVIEWER NOTE: DO NOT READ LIST, ACCEPT ONE ANSWER ONLY]

MJ112

1. Less than high school

2. Some high school

3. High school diploma

4. Some non-University post-secondary (college, technical, or vocational)

5. Completed non-University post-secondary (college, technical, or vocational)

6. Some university

7. Completed bachelors degree

8. Completed graduate studies

9. [DO NOT USE] 10. Professional degree (only includes: Medicine (MD), Law (LLB), and Dentistry (DDS))

77. Other (specify) [MJ112_77] .

88. Don’t know 99. Prefer not to say

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

The next questions ask about any financial assistance you may have accessed at any point as a post-

secondary student.


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Have you ever received financial assistance for education-related expenses from the following sources?

Yes No DK PN

51. Government student loans 1 0 88 99 FI100

52. Scholarships, awards or bursaries 1 0 88 99 FI102

53. Family assistance or loans 1 0 88 99 FI104

54. Non-government loans from financial institutions (banks)

(that is, bank loans, credit cards, credit lines, etcetera)

1 0 88 99 FI106

GO TO Q55, IF Q51=YES




GO TO Q61

55. At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you owe from all

government student loans accumulated during your entire post-secondary education?


[ENTER AMOUNT, NO DECIMALS]

FI101



56. What was your last month’s payment for all government student loans?



FI109






GO TO Q61


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57. In total, approximately how much did you receive in scholarships, awards and/or

bursaries during your post-secondary studies?



FI103





GO TO Q61

58. At the time of your graduation, approximately how much did you receive from your

family for education-related financial assistance that you did not need to repay?



FI108



59. At the time of your graduation, approximately how much education-related financial

assistance did you have to pay back to your family?



FI105




GO TO Q61

60. At the time of your graduation, approximately what did you owe as a result of

education-related borrowing from all non-government, financial institutions (banks)

sources? This amount does NOT include what you owe for government sponsored

student loans or relatives.



FI107




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BACKGROUND AND DEMOGRAPHICS

The following background and demographic questions are asked only to assist in classifying your

responses, and are not used in any way to identify you. Any information you provide is kept strictly

confidential.

61. Which city or town were you living in when you first applied for post-secondary

studies, not including adult upgrading?

[INTERVIEWER PROMPT: DO NOT READ]

BG103

1. Edmonton

2. Calgary

3. Lethbridge

4. Red Deer

5. Grande Prairie

6. Medicine Hat

7. Fort McMurray

55. Elsewhere in Alberta (specify) [BG103_55] .

66. Elsewhere in Canada (specify province/territory) [BG103_66] .

77. Outside Canada (specify country) [BG103_77] .

88. Don’t know


62. In what year did you begin post-secondary studies, not including adult upgrading?

[INTERVIEWER PROMPT: If asked for confirmation on the question – “We are asking

about the first time you entered post-secondary studies which may not have been

your most recent degree however, we would like you to exclude any adult upgrading

from your response”]

[ENTER FOUR DIGIT YEAR]

BG104

8888. Don’t know


63. Have you permanently relocated to a different city or town since the time of your

graduation from (provider name ) ?

BG105

1. Yes

2. No

88. Don’t know


NOTE: FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q67, IF Q63 <> Yes

GO TO Q65, IF Q63 <> Yes

[Note: If respondent has relocated more than once, enter where they are now]


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64. Which city or town did you relocate to?


BG107

1. Edmonton

2. Calgary

3. Lethbridge

4. Red Deer

5. Grande Prairie

6. Medicine Hat

7. Fort McMurray

55. Elsewhere in Alberta (specify) [BG107_55] .

66. Elsewhere in Canada (specify province/territory) [BG107_66] .

77. Outside Canada (specify country) [BG107_77] .

88. Don’t know


[NOTE: FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, GO TO Q67]

65. What is your gender? DG100

1. Male

2. Female

3. A gender identity not listed here

88. Don’t know


66. What is your current age?

[ENTER AGE]

DG101

8888. Don’t know


67. What was your marital status when you started the (program name) .

program? Were you …?

DG102

1. Single (never married)

2. Married or living with partner

3. Divorced/Separated/Widowed

88. Don’t know


68. When you started the (program name) program how many

dependents (including dependent adults) were you responsible for?

[ENTER NUMBER]

DG103

88. Don’t know



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69. Do you consider yourself to be an Aboriginal person? DG104

1. Yes

2. No → GO TO Q71



70. Are you…? DG105

1. Status Indian

2. Non-status Indian

3. Inuit

4. Métis

77. Other (Specify) [DG105_77] .

88. Don’t know


71. When you started the (program name) program, did you consider

yourself to be a person with a disability (that is, someone with a long-term physical,

mental or learning disability that limits the kind or amount of paid work that they can

do)?

DG107

1. Yes

2. No → GO TO Q73



72. What is the nature of your disability?

DG108

77. Please Describe [DG108_77] .

88. Don’t know


73. Is there anything about your education or work experience that you would like to

add, for example, any information about your experience that has not been covered

in this survey?

DG110

1. Yes (specify) [DG110_01] . 2. No 88. Don’t know


[NOTE: FOR PRIVATE VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTIONS, GO TO END SURVEY 2]

GO TO END SURVEY 2, IF Q32=NO or DK or PN

GO TO END SURVEY 2, IF Q37=YES or DK or PN

[END SURVEY 1]


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Telephone Script

QEI1.The Ministry is also interested in the opinions of employers of recent post-secondary graduates. We

would like to interview your work supervisor with the intention of collecting information about how well the

post-secondary system is meeting the needs of employers. This survey is NOT to evaluate your individual job

performance.

By participating in the survey, you will contribute to the understanding of Alberta employer needs and help

future students be more career-ready. When the survey is completed, you will be entered in another draw

to win one of three gift cards that are worth $200 each, which you could receive, provided that you answer

a skill-testing question. Would you provide your supervisor’s name and business contact information?

[Interviewer Prompt if asked when the gift card winners will be notified. “The draw will take place

on May 21st, 2018 and the winners will be notified shortly thereafter. “]

1.Yes gives contact information Go to QEI1b.

2. No QEI1a.

3. Ask permission/call later Link to employer call back

4. Don’t know QEI1a.

5. Refused QEI1a.

QEI1a We understand you may be reluctant to provide your supervisors contact information without their

consent. We would like to emphasise at this time that the information we are seeking is about how well the

post-secondary system is meeting the needs of EMPLOYERS, and NOT to evaluate your individual job

performance.

Would you be willing to ask your supervisor for permission to provide us with their name and business

contact information?

1. Yes gives contact information Go to QEI1b.

2. No Go to end of survey script

3. Ask permission/call later Link to employer call back

4. Don’t know Go to end of survey script

5. Refused Go to end of survey script

QEI1b. Thank you, may I have their:

1. First name: 2. Last name: 3. Phone number: 4. Email address:

Online Script


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The Ministry is also interested in the opinions of employers of recent post-secondary graduates. We would

like to interview your work supervisor with the intention of collecting information about how well the post-

secondary system is meeting the needs of employers, not to evaluate your individual job performance.

The survey results will help the Ministry and Institutions better prepare students to meet the needs of today’s

diverse economy. When the survey is completed, you will be entered in another draw to win one of three

gift cards that are worth $200 each, which you could receive, provided that you answer a skill-testing

question. Would you provide your supervisor’s name and business contact information?

Firstname:

Lastname:

Phone number:

Email Address:

[END SURVEY 2]

We’ve reached the end of the survey and I would like to thank you very much for your participation.

Have a good day/night. Good bye.

Your responses were successfully submitted. Thank you for your participation. You may now close your

browser.


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Addendum: Skills & Abilit ies / Preparedness Descriptors

Provide definitions in pop-up when respondent hovers over terms…

Job-specific knowledge gained during

post-secondary education.

Offer examples such as knowledge of statistics, patient care,

teaching methods, etc.

Verbal communication skills Provide the following definition of spoken communication skills: The ability to effectively listen and use speech to give

and exchange thoughts and information.

Specialized tool, machine, equipment or

software skills

Provide examples of knowledge of a particular software

program, or of how to operate machinery specific to a particular job

Research skills Provide the following definition of research skills: The ability

to identify a problem, determine what sorts of informational

resources are needed to respond to the problem, find those resources efficiently, evaluate the gathered information for

quality and relevance, and use the information effectively to

address the problem.

Intercultural communication skills Provide the following definition of intercultural skills: The

ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with

people of other cultures, so that cultural rules, norms, and

expectations of the relationship are not violated significantly.

Ability to learn independently Provide the following definition of the ability to learn

independently: The ability to self-identify knowledge or

skills gaps and proactively seek to solve them. This ability may include the following types of learning:

• training in job-related health and safety;

• obtaining and updating credentials; and learning about

new equipment, procedures, products and services. Written communication skills Provide the following definition of written communication

skills: The ability to effectively read and write to give and

exchange thoughts and information.

Critical thinking skills Provide the following definition of critical thinking skills:

Critical thinking means making reasoned judgments that are

logical and well thought out. It is a way of thinking in which you don't simply accept all arguments and conclusions you

are exposed to but rather have an attitude involving

questioning such arguments and conclusions.

Ability to work well with others Provide the following definition of ability to work well with others: The set of abilities enabling a person to interact

positively and work effectively with others.

Ability to take initiative Provide the following definition of ability to take initiative:

In a workplace setting, this means the ability to identify work that needs to be done without instruction, and doing that

work without being asked to do so.

Effective time management skills Provide the following definition of time management skills: The Ability to meet work targets in a timely manner. Also

includes coming to work on time.


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Ability to work independently Provide the following definition of ability to work

independently: The self-discipline to meet work targets while

working alone.

Problem-solving skills Provide the following definition of problem-solving skills: The ability to work through the details of a difficult or

complex problem to find a solution.

Work-related computer skills Provide the following definition of work-related computer

skills: The knowledge and ability to utilize computers and related technology efficiently, with a range of skills covering

levels from elementary use to programming and advanced

problem solving.

Mathematical skills Provide the following definition of mathematical skills:

Mathematical skills refers to the use of numbers and the

ability to think in quantitative terms.

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