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Peter Arcidiacono1, Esteban M Aucejo2, V Joseph Hotz3
1Department of Economics, Duke University, Box 90097, Durham, NC 27708, and NBER.
The American Economic Review
|August 3, 2019
Summary
Minority students, especially those less prepared, face lower science graduation rates at higher-ranked universities. Improved student-university matching based on preparation could significantly boost minority science degree attainment.
Area of Science:
- Higher Education
- Science Education
- Sociology of Education
Background:
- Racial preferences were historically used in University of California admissions.
- Understanding factors influencing minority science graduation rates is crucial for equity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze how university ranking and student preparation affect minority science graduation rates.
- To investigate the impact of racial preferences on these outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Examined minority science graduation rates across University of California campuses.
- Estimated a student college major choice model considering campus differences and preparation.
- Analyzed the relationship between university ranking, student preparation, and science major persistence.
Main Results:
- Less prepared minority students at higher-ranked campuses showed lower persistence and longer graduation times in science.
- These students would have higher science graduation rates at lower-ranked institutions.
- University selectivity and student preparedness are key factors in science degree completion.
Conclusions:
- Student-university matching significantly impacts minority science graduation success.
- Providing better information on major-university prospects can improve outcomes.
- Policies should consider student preparation for better placement in science programs.
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