Table 1.

Summary of variables in this study.

Kind of variable	Item	Possible values
Background	Reason for taking the the degree: The choice of degree was mainly due to⋅⋅(reasons).	(i) Vocational (yes/no). (ii) Labor market (yes/no). (iii) Family tradition (yes/no). (iv) Professional orientation (yes/no).
	Path to the degree: I entered university from:	University access test or other paths (e.g., Vocational Training, Adult Admission >25 years old).
	Finances: Financially dependent on:	Myself or on others (e.g., parents).
Coexistence	Relationship with teachers Relationship with peers Living environment	1 = very bad /none to 5 = very good/always.
Adaptation	Social adaptation Academic adaptation	1 = very bad /none to 5 = very good/always.
Performance	Compliance with program Time devoted to study Use of study techniques Class attendance	1 = very bad /none to 5 = very good/always.