Abstract
This research explored the relationship between total-trait emotional intelligence and academic stress among college students at a small, private college. Student total-trait emotional intelligence (TTEI) and university stress scores were significantly correlated. Measures of TTEI and USS are useful for student intervention to impact issues such as attrition. To increase retention, small private colleges benefit significantly from knowing students’ level of academic stress and emotional intelligence. Identifying specific factors and mitigating the adverse effects of these factors allows small colleges the opportunity to provide additional services for students.
Highlights
A bout 20 million students were projected to enroll in higher-education institutions to 2018 (NCES, 2009)
The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between trait-emotional intelligence and academic stress among students at a small, private college
A moderate negative correlation was found between the amount of academic stress students exhibit and student trait- emotional intelligence
Summary
A bout 20 million students were projected to enroll in higher-education institutions to 2018 (NCES, 2009). About one-third of students do not return to college in their sophomore year (U.S News, 2019). Different factors impact the decision to remain at college. Private colleges are financially driven mostly by tuition. Attrition is a reduction in student enrollment (Simpson, 2004). Attrition is especially important to non-profit, private small colleges. The average four-year graduation rate at less-selective, small colleges is about 27% Many students may attrite because of academicrelated distress and poor coping skills
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