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Direct linkSmith, William R.; Edminster, Julie Horine; Sullivan, Kathleen M. – College and University, 2001
Examined the relationship between five independent variables (gender, race, ACT Composite Score, high school GPA, and Pell Grant status) and one dichotomous dependent variable (baccalaureate degree completion) at public colleges/universities in Mississippi. Found that high school GPA was generally the strongest predictor of degree completion,…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Students, Degrees (Academic), High School Students
Peer reviewedMilo, Katherine J. – College and University, 1986
Results of a survey of four-year colleges and universities concerning faculty attitudes to and participation in student recruitment and institutional marketing efforts are reported, along with possible differences between private and public institutions' faculty attitudes and involvement. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Higher Education, Marketing
Peer reviewedHoyt, Jeff E. – College and University, 1999
A study investigated the relationship of high school mathematics preparation to remedial placement and subsequent performance in math courses offered at Utah Valley State College (UVSC). Results are also reported for nationwide high school math preparation and American College Testing Program (ACT) test scores. Differences among local high schools…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Case Studies, College Entrance Examinations, College Preparation
