Student Commuters’ Perceived Level of Stress

Abstract

This study, conducted during the academic year 2023-2024 at the University of Cebu Main Campus, aimed to establish the student commuters’ perceived level of stress among the currently enrolled students in the institution. Using a sample size application generator ,150 students were carefully selected from the population. The Descriptive Correlational Method was employed to seek the connection between the perceived level of stress and different variables, with a focus on these students who might be susceptible to commuting related stress. The study employed a researcher-made survey questionnaire consisting of forty (40) items on a four-point Likert scale (from Not Stressful at all to Very Stressful) and conducted a pilot test to ensure questionnaire’s internal consistency and reliability. Data were collected via face-to-face interaction, and chi-square test was utilized to know if significant relationship was established between the profile of the respondents and their perceived level of stress. Also, Kruskal-Wallis test was used to determine whether there is a significant difference in the respondents' reported stress level when grouped by profile. The results revealed that students' perceived level of stress was so high (very stressful), with no significant relationships between the perceived level of stress and the profile such as sex, age, department. However, a significant difference was found between respondents' perceived level of stress among different year levels. This study highlights the need for supportive measures to enhance the respondent’s well-being and mitigate the perceived level of stress they have experienced.