Undergraduate Experience Survey

The Undergraduate Experience Survey (UES) has been conducted annually at UBC since 2010, except every third year when UBC participates in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE).

Long surveys can be overwhelming, leading to lower response rates and survey fatigue. To make it easier for students to share their thoughts, the Undergraduate Experience Survey (UES) transitioned from a single 45-minute survey to four shorter, themed surveys in January, March, September, and November, starting in March 2025.

As UBC’s primary student experience survey, the UES informs strategic planning, evaluation, and quality assurance efforts. Insights gathered help enhance existing programs and shape new initiatives to improve student life at UBC.