Discusses national surveys of adult learners enrolled in colleges and universities conducted between 1981 and 1986 using the American College Testing Program Adult Learner Needs Assessment Survey. Reports trends in demographic characteristics; educational plans, objectives, and preferences; and learning and developmental needs. (DMM)

Describes a study which contrasted the persistence rates of community college transfer students with those of native university students over a six-year period. Indicates that transfer students had lower persistence rates than native students during their second and third terms, though rates for the fourth term showed no differences. (DMM)

Reports on a study of the personal characteristics, academic habits, high school course of study, and perceptions of student/teacher interaction and academic advising of community college transfer students attending a research university in the midwest. Compares students who achieved satisfactory progress with those who did not. (DMM)