Student Experience of Teaching Surveys
Student Experience of Teaching Surveys (SETS) are delivered quarterly for UCSC courses. These surveys give students an opportunity to share feedback about their experience in the course and experience with instructor(s) and/or TAs. SETS response data is used by instructors to inform their course design and instructional practices. SETS response data is also used to inform hiring, advancement, and promotion actions.
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SETS Quarterly Schedules
Winter 2026 SETS Schedule
Last day to enter TAs in Coursedog for SETS
Tuesday, February 3
DIG opens for department staff
Thursday, February 5
DIG closes for department staff
Friday, February 13
Question personalization opens for instructors
Friday, February 20
Question personalization closes for instructors
Friday, February 27
Surveys open for students
Monday, March 2
Surveys close for students
Sunday, March 15
Grades due date
Tuesday, March 24
Reports available for instructors & departments
Monday, March 30
Features
- Offers students the opportunity to reflect on and share their learning experiences in UCSC courses
- Provides feedback to help instructors adjust course design and instructional practices
- SETS response data is used as a measure of teaching effectiveness in reviews for promotion, tenure, and teaching awards
Student and instructor reflections on SETS:
Eligibility
Support
- SETS Knowledge for Instructors
- SETS Knowledge for Department Staff
- SETS Knowledge for Students
- Instructional Technology Virtual Office Hours
- Email sets@ucsc.edu for support
- Learn more about SETS in the ITS Knowledge Base
Cost
SETS are provided at no cost
Policy
- The UCSC Academic Senate Committee on Teaching (COT) determines the content of SETS Questionnaires
- The UCSC Academic Senate Committee on Personnel (CAP) advises on the use of SETS response data related to personnel actions such as tenure and promotion
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