An Elementary Study of Undergraduates Emotional Intelligence

The purpose of this study was to examine the emotional intelligence of undergraduates by using an Emotional Intelligence Scale. It was also to compare the gender and grade differences with respect to undergraduates' emotional intelligence. The results indicated that, (1)the undergraduates demonstrated better emotional intelligence in all aspects, but slightly less emotional management. (2)Also, male students exhibited higher emotional management than female students. (3)In addition, the senior students profoundly influenced by the university education had a better show in emotional intelligence, whereas the freshmen expressed less emotional intelligence. Based on these findings, the suggestions for the universities are to attach importance to the education of emotional management, the guidance of the students with emotional problems, and the freshmen emotional intelligence education.