Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences through the 2024 Emerson College Alumni Survey. The Alumni Relations team plans to take the data collected and use it to inform strategy for our programs, events, and engagement opportunities.
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Survey Results: Highlights
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88%
of alumni believe they are having a fair to excellent experience as an alum (49% good to excellent)
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84%
of alumni are likely to promote Emerson College to others
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60%
of alumni would recommend Emerson College to prospective students
About Our Respondents: By Graduation Year
- 2020s: Open to more opportunities to identify jobs for alumni
- 2010s: Largest respondent group from entire survey
- 2000s: Open to more opportunities to connect with other alumni
- 1990s: Read alumni emails more than any other alumni group
- 1980s: Largest respondent group of volunteers
- 1970s: Highly interested in serving as ambassadors of Emerson
- 1969 and prior: Most likely to promote Emerson College
Alumni Priorities
Most Important Things about Being an Emerson Alum
- Connecting alumni with professional opportunities
- Pride in the academic and reputation of Emerson
- Mentoring current students or recent graduates
- Recognizing and promoting the accomplishments of alumni
I honestly believe the communication skills I was taught during my attendance at Emerson were key to my success in business, as well as my ability to direct the nonprofit activities of the boards I've served on.
Overview of What is Important to Alumni
Connections and Networking
A strong desire to connect with fellow alumni for professional opportunities, networking, and maintaining friendships.
Reputation of Emerson
Pride in the academic and professional reputation of Emerson College, and the recognition it brings in various industries.
Pride and Identity
Feeling proud to be an Emerson alumni and identifying with the College’s legacy and community.
Support and Mentorship
Interest in supporting and mentoring current students and recent graduates, as well as receiving career support.
Shared Experiences and Community
Valuing the shared experiences and sense of community among alumni, including memories and friendships formed during college.
Alumni & The Student Experience: What They Want to Know
- Skills and training for their career
- Relationships with faculty
- Interactions with alumni
- Relationships with other students
- Quality of academic and classes
Highest Items of Affinity
- Connection to the student experience
- Knowing what is happening with Emerson
- Seeing alumni engaging or being engaged
- Knowing Emerson is respected and valued
Communication
Alumni hear from Emerson through:
- Expression Magazine
- Fellow alumni
- Instagram, Facebook, and/or LinkedIn
Areas of Improvement for Emerson College
- Foster a strong alumni network, organizing more local and regional events.
- Provide more career support, including job placement assistance, networking opportunities.
- Increase financial aid to make Emerson more accessible to a diverse range of students.
- Provide opportunities to be involved in meaningful ways beyond financial contributions.
It still feels like a point of pride, it's an instant shorthand for being viewed as accomplished and capable in my field. In my industry, there are also tons of Emerson alumni around so it's nice having that point of connection.