The benefits of experiential education are well known and a popular discussion topic on college campuses. The value of participation in a co-op work experience is recognized by employers, but not necessarily by the students they are hoping to hire. This study sought to determine whether or not students who did participate in a co-op found their experiences to be beneficial to their personal or professional growth. Survey responses from students who completed at least one work term as a co-op student through the University of Mississippi School of Engineering were used in this study. The surveys were collected as part of the cooperative education class managed by The School of Engineering Dean's Office. The study found that students did perceive co-op as a beneficial experience and an asset to their personal and professional development. In addition to student development, survey results offered suggestions for continued improvement of the University of Mississippi Co-op Program. Results from this study can be used to make continued improvements to co-op policies and practices within the School of Engineering as the co-op program grows. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]