Self Administered Mail Survey - Lab Report Example

Sociology February Introduction and of Study The following survey has been designed to be used at a large University which provides education services to a wide range of students. Student who reside on campus as well as those who stay off campus will be surveyed along with online students. I expect to obtain a list of all students currently enrolled in the University in order to send surveys through the US mail to each student. In order to encourage students to participate and return the surveys return postage will be provided for.

It is expected that approximately 2,000 students will be surveyed, all responses being anonymous. In order to facilitate the timely return of surveys reminders will be sent out one week after the original mailing date and two months will be allowed for the return of all surveys before results are determined.Dear students,In order to better understand the spending habits of students here at the University I am conducting a survey in order to gather valuable data. By understanding the spending preferences and habits of students I will be able to offer suggestions to local retail establishments in order to allow them to better cater to the local student population.

All replies are confidential and once all surveys have been returned survey data will be published in the University newspaper. We hope that you will take a few moments to complete and return the student survey.Thank you,NameFebruary 1, 2013Confidential SurveyName not required1. What is your current age?18-19 20-21 22-24 25+2. Ethnicity White/ Caucasian Black/ African American Hispanic/ Latino Native American Indian Asian/ Pacific Islander Other3.

Are you employed? Yes No4. On average how often do you shop each week? I do not shop at least once a week Once or twice 3-4 times a week 4 or more times5. What do you most often shop for? Groceries Clothing School related materials Other personal items6. Which best describes your living status? Off campus with parents Independently off campus with roommates/ friends On campus Married or live with significant other7. What stores do you most frequently shop at?

____________________________________ __________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________8. Do your spending habits find you frequently short when it is time to pay bills? Yes No9. Do you save up before making a large purchase? Yes No10. How often do you use credit cards to pay for your purchases? Seldom/never Only when I can’t afford something I really need Almost each time I go shopping11.

What is the largest purchase you have made in the previous year? ______________________________12. What is your primary complaint when it comes to your spending habits? _____________________________________________________13. Have your spending habits changed since you began college? Yes NoThank you for taking the time to complete this survey. Please return in the provided envelope and good luck this semester!