Outcomes & Statistics​​

Young adults with Autism, learning differences, and other complexities require a comprehensive support structure that facilitates growth and independence

Our Outcomes By the Numbers​

Research shows that students with learning differences achieve the greatest levels of success when enrolled in individualized programs that address unique strengths and challenges.
Parent Overall Likeliness To Refer CIP to a Friend1
87%
Percentage of Students with Workplace Experiences1
100%
Average Student Attendance Rate for CIP Modules1
96%

1 Source: College Internship Program Annual Parent/Guardian Survey data averages from 2021-2023. Average survey response rate of 83%.

2 Source: CIP’s Term Outcomes Reports 2022, 2023

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Student Social Activities Offered in 20191
Overall Staff Quality Rating1
89%
Responsiveness to Questions or Concerns1
84%
General Communication from CIP1
83%
Advisor/Parent Communication1
88%

1 Source: College Internship Program Annual Parent/Guardian Survey data averages from 2021-2023. Average survey response rate of 83%.

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College Academic Support

A comprehensive system that will enable each student to achieve academic success to their fullest potential.

CIP Students Vs. National Average

Cumulative Grade of CIP Students1
   3.1 GPA
CIP Alumni Who Attended College2
   90%

National Averages

2% of High School Graduates with ASD Attended 4-Year College3
2%
40% of Youth with ASD Have Attended College3
40%
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Degrees obtained:

  • Bachelor 37.5%
  • Associate 50%
  • Certificate 2.5%
  • Partial 10%
1 Source: College Internship Program Annual Parent/Guardian Survey data averages from 2021-2023. Average survey response rate of 83%.
2 College Internship Program student data & alumni survey (2015)
3 The American Academy of Pediatrics study (2012)

Some of the colleges students have graduated from during or after attending CIP:

  • Arizona State University
  • Baker College
  • Bakersfield College
  • Berkeley City College
  • Cal Poly Pomona
  • California State University
  • Devry
  • Elms College
  • Expression College for Digital Arts
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Florida Institute of Technology
  • Gannon University
  • Holyoke Community College
  • Humboldt State University
  • Indiana University, Bloomington
  • Ivy Tech Community College
  • Keiser University
  • Laney College
  • Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
  • Mercer Community College
  • Merritt College
  • Mesa College
  • Middlesex Community College
  • Nova University
  • Paul Smith College
  • San Jose State University
  • UMASS Lowell
  • University of California
  • University of Connecticut
  • Western New England University

Some of the degrees students have obtained after attending CIP:

  • AA in Communications
  • AAS in Computer Information Technology
  • Agricultural Business Degree
  • BA in Culinary Arts and Service
  • BA in Geography
  • BA in International Business and Finance
  • BA in Liberal Arts
  • BA in Political Science
  • BA in Psychology
  • BA in Special Education
  • BS in Mathematics
  • Certificate in Business Management Certificate in Early Childhood Education
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Computer Graphics
  • Office Management
  • Physical Therapy Aide Certification
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Employment Readiness Support

CIP’s Life Skills program helps students on the autism spectrum and with learning differences gain independent living competencies such as organizing, cooking, cleaning while living semi-independently in an apartment.

Apartments are furnished and each student has their own bedroom and shares common areas with at least one roommate.

CIP Students Vs. National Average

CIP Program Goal for All Students
   100% Have Workplace Experiences
CIP Alumni Currently Employed1
   75%

National Averages

37% of Young Adults with ASD Have Paid Employment3
37%
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Work status:​

  • Full-time 30%
  • Part-time 67%
  • Seasonal 3%
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Compensation:​

  • Paid job 96%
  • Internship 4%

1 College Internship Program student data & alumni survey (2015)
3 USA National Longitudinal Transition Study–2 (NLTS2)

The following are examples of where CIP Alumni have found employment:

  • Aerotek Recruiting and Staffing
  • American Audio Visual
  • Author Solutions
  • Avera McKennan Hospital
  • Berkeley Historical Society
  • Busy Bee Preschool
  • Callnet
  • Charlottesville School
  • Fairview Nursing Home
  • Flowerfield Gardens
  • Green Valley Marketplace
  • Guidos Marketplace
  • Haugland Learning Center
  • Fairview Hospital
  • Lange Foundation
  • Maplewood Memorial Library
  • Mind Spark Tech
  • Montgomery County Government
  • Jonathan Foote 1778 House
  • Murray Family Farms
  • Nutmeg Technical Group
  • Owera Vineyards
  • Pivitol Energy Solutions
  • Sagamore Resort
  • Starving Artist Cafe
  • Safeway
  • Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Tampa Police Dept.
  • Target
  • The Batavia Daily News
  • The Johnson Child Center
  • Toyota Sports Center
  • US Coast Guard
  • USF–Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
  • Vigo County Schools
  • Whole Foods
  • Lauren Factory Store
  • Zumba Fitness
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Social Skills Support​

Social Competence is the glue that connects curriculum with social mentoring, social thinking sessions, weekend activities and group trips.

CIP Students Vs. National Average

Students Who Reside in Apartments with Roommates and Participate in 2–4 Social Outings Weekly1
100%
CIP Alumni Who Maintain a Circle of Friends1
71%

National Averages

About one-third of young adults with autism did not participate in any community activities, and one-quarter had not had any contact with friends for at least a year. 2
33%

1 College Internship Program student data & alumni survey (2015)
2 Education’s National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS2), in 2009 2

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Independent Living Support

CIP’s Life Skills program helps students on the autism spectrum and with learning differences gain independent living competencies such as organizing, cooking, cleaning while living semi-independently in an apartment.

Apartments are furnished and each student has their own bedroom and shares common areas with at least one roommate.

CIP Students Vs. National Average

CIP Alumni Who Live Independently1
56%

National Averages

15% of Young Adults with ASD, between 21 and 25 years old, have lived on their own2
15%
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Living expenses paid by alumni:

  • All expenses self-paid 35%
  • Pay more than half 20%
  • Pay less than half 45%

1 College Internship Program student data & alumni survey (2015)
2 The American Academy of Pediatrics study (2012)

An Innovative Cutting-Edge Approach

Research shows that students with learning differences achieve the greatest levels of success when enrolled in individualized programs that address their unique strengths and challenges.

Improving upon the national trends and the patterns established in schools and programs prior to enrollment at the College Internship Program requires a curriculum that addresses best practice and, in some cases, a cutting-edge approach.

With the insights provided by our Founder, Dr. Michael McManmon, our CIP Professional Advisory Board, and by utilizing research-based approaches across many key domains within transition services, we have created a program that comprehensively addresses student needs for best possible outcome.

CIP students receive unparalleled support and guidance as they work their way through the program. Our program is also one that is constantly evolving as more is understood about learning differences and autism spectrum disorders. 

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Key Statistics on Autism & Learning Differences Transition Outcomes

Admissions Questions?

Contact our National Admissions Office at +1 (877) 566-9247, email us at admissions@cipworldwide.org, or complete our Online Request Form.