Date of Award:
5-2003
Document Type:
Thesis
Degree Name:
Master of Science (MS)
Department:
Psychology
Committee Chair(s)
Renee Galliher (Committee Co-Chair), David Stein (Committee Co-Chair)
Committee
Renee Gallier
Committee
David Stein
Committee
Carolyn Barcus
Abstract
The current study sought to examine the factors that influence the decisions of Appalachian high school students regarding college attendance. Using Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory of human development (1986) as a theoretical basis, direct and indirect influences of environmental factors upon the academic aspirations of Appalachian youth were examined using survey methodology. Results indicated that predictors of college attendance for Appalachian students are not significantly different from those of students elsewhere. Variables reflective of individual academic preparation were most salient in predicting college aspirations for both males and females. Other important predictors included parent education, parent occupation, and socioeconomic status. Several analyses suggested that family and peer influences may be more salient for male students than female students. Implications of the results for educators and clinicians working with Appalachian youth were discussed.
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Recommended Citation
Chenoweth, Erica, "Factors That Influence the College Attendance Decisions of Appalachian Students" (2003). All Graduate Theses and Dissertations, Spring 1920 to Summer 2023. 6167.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/etd/6167
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