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  • 1Office of Research, City University of New York, New York, NY 10017.

CBE Life Sciences Education
|June 1, 2019
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The CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP) boosts associate's degree students' success in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Early research experiences improve retention, graduation, and transfer rates, fostering a stronger sense of belonging.

Area of Science:

  • Higher Education
  • STEM Education
  • Student Success

Background:

  • Associate's degree students often face challenges in STEM retention and transfer.
  • The CUNY Research Scholars Program (CRSP) was established to provide early research exposure.
  • Understanding the impact of such programs is crucial for improving undergraduate STEM pathways.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the CRSP in supporting associate's degree students.
  • To assess the program's impact on STEM retention, graduation, and transfer rates.
  • To explore student sense of belonging and mentor perspectives within the CRSP.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods study involving 500 students over three years.
  • Quantitative longitudinal assessments comparing CRSP participants to a matched control group.

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  • Qualitative data from student surveys and mentor focus groups.

    • Main Results:

    • CRSP participants showed higher retention in STEM disciplines and increased STEM graduation rates.
    • Students in CRSP were more likely to transfer to 4-year CUNY institutions and external R1 universities.
    • Survey data indicated an enhanced sense of belonging among CRSP students.

    Conclusions:

    • Early, faculty-mentored research experiences significantly benefit associate's degree students in STEM.
    • The CRSP model demonstrates a successful approach to improving academic and transfer outcomes.
    • These findings support the integration of research opportunities for community college students.