The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand how ten student veterans persist after entering private, 4-year institutions of higher education during or following their military service. The study's conceptual framework, drawing from Vacchi's Model of Student Veteran Support (2011, 2013), employs a narrative approach to spotlight the…

Objective/Research Question: There is a growing demand for skilled workers in engineering and technology fields. However, the number of engineering technology degrees awarded is much less compared to engineering, and a high percentage of students in engineering technology do not persist beyond the first year. To meet the demands for skilled…

The purpose of this phenomenological qualitative study is to highlight the characteristics that first-time, first-year students at a small, private, faith-based university in South Florida perceive as part of quality advising, what qualities of advising this group of students perceive as most important for their retention, and whether the advisors…

This research aimed to determine if community college students who complete an associate degree before transferring are likelier to complete a baccalaureate degree than those who transfer before completing an associate degree. Additionally, this study examined if the type of institution, public vs. private, that a student transfers to impacts…

The phenomenon of student movement between higher education institutions received considerable attention due to its widespread occurrence and impact on academic trajectories. While extensive research focused on vertical transfer, such as transitions from community colleges to four-year institutions, less research exists concerning lateral…

This study aimed to investigate and improve the persistence of first-generation college students at a mid-size, private school in the Northeast. Many institutions treat their students equally, thinking that adopting this stance will be equitable. Unfortunately, a blanket approach to student services can sometimes render inequities among groups…

This quantitative correlational study delves into the perceptions of Black students regarding the marketing and communications of four-year private universities and their impact on students' intent to persist to graduation. With a backdrop of declining college enrollment and graduation rates for Black students, this study examines the correlation…

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenology study was to understand the experiences of non-traditional undergraduate students taking online courses at a public or a private university in Virginia. The self-determination theory, which guided this study, explained the motivated behaviors of intrinsic and extrinsic needs that affect the…

Latinx student enrollment in higher education institutions has increased over the years. Despite their increased number of enrollments, there is also an increase of Latinx first-generation students dropping out of higher education. Not only are they not earning a degree, but they are leaving these institutions with debt. This is a concern because…

The purpose of this descriptive study utilizing survey research was to understand student perceptions about how private institutions support the persistence of first-generation college students. First-generation college students refer to those students whose parents or guardians have earned a four-year bachelor's degree but may have some…

The purpose of this transcendental phenomenological study was to explore the lived experiences of Latinx graduates who had interactions with professionals represented in the Behavioral Assessment and Intervention Team (BAIT) at a small, private college during their undergraduate experience. While BAITs on college campuses can be effective…

It is critical to investigate the major factors that influence the perceived value and satisfaction of international students in Malaysia, as the country has seen a decrease in international students since 2017 and strives to become an international education hub. This research aims to: (1) ascertain the level of satisfaction experienced by…

This article presents the design and results of a workshop for first-year college students based on a conceptual framework that teaching self-regulated learning practices would lead to greater academic self-efficacy and success for students. Twenty-eight undergraduate students attended this voluntary workshop. Pre- and post-workshop surveys were…

The democratisation and commodification of education has witnessed an increase in postgraduate education as it is one of the main sources contributing to the advancement of knowledge, technology, and innovation. However, despite the significant rise in numbers, the returns at both the global and national levels have been low due to high attrition…

The purpose of this basic qualitative research study was to discover the experiences of first-generation Ivy League undergraduates in order to understand better what experiences transformed these students into self-confident and independent first-generation Ivy League graduates. The rationale for this study was to fill the gap in scientific…