College Student Inventory (CSI) Overview

Ruffalo Noel Levitz’s College Student Inventory (CSI) is a self-assessment instrument designed to assess motivational factors that impact student success. The CSI is given to incoming first-year students at SOAR and asks students to self-report their academic, social, and personal perceptions and behaviors.

Wartburg faculty and staff use the CSI results of each incoming first-year student to identify their strengths and needs and connect them to programs and support designed to help students reach their full academic, social, and personal potential.

The CSI is an online survey comprised of 100 questions, which are categorized under three main areas:

  • Academic Motivation
  • General Coping Skills
  • Receptivity to Support Services

Campus Contact

Nicole Willis

Disability and Access Coordinator

Academic Motivation Scales

  • Study Habits
  • Reading Interests
  • Verbal & Writing Confidence
  • Math & Science Confidence
  • Commitment to College
  • Interactions with Previous Techers

General Coping Scales

  • Social Engagement
  • Family Support
  • Capacity for Tolerance
  • Career Plans
  • Financial Security

Receptivity Scales

  • Academic Assistance
  • Personal Counseling
  • Social Engagement
  • Career Guidance
  • Financial Guidance

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