UPEI Graduates Extremely Satisfied with University

A new report entitled "Two Years On: A Survey of Class of 2003 Maritime University Graduates" released today contained some impressive information about the satisfaction level and employment success of UPEI graduates. The report by the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission provides detailed information on graduates' university experience, what they do after completing their degree, and the factors that influence their educational and career paths.

The results indicated that 99 per cent of UPEI graduates were satisfied with university services and 91 per cent said that if they could go to university and do it over again they would. In terms of labour market success, the picture for UPEI graduates is very positive. Two years after graduation 89 per cent were employed full-time, compared to 85 per cent of graduates regionally. Their average annual earnings of $39,844 is also above the regional average.

"We are extremely pleased about these outcomes for our graduates. It is a credit to our faculty and staff that 99 per cent of graduates are satisfied with our services," says Dr. Vianne Timmons, Vice President Academic Development at UPEI. "The success of our graduates shows that an investment in university is an investment in our province. A university education is a great equalizer in our society."

This is the second time in recent months that UPEI has been recognized for its high level of student satisfaction. In the 2006 National Survey of Student Engagement, UPEI was named as Canada's top university for student-faculty interaction