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Area of Science:

  • Educational Psychology
  • Higher Education Studies
  • STEM Education

Background:

  • University science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) summer bridge programs aim to improve student retention and diversity.
  • These programs offer additional coursework and preparation for incoming STEM students.
  • Attrition and diversity are critical challenges in STEM higher education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantitatively evaluate the effectiveness of STEM summer bridge programs.
  • To analyze the impact of these programs on academic performance and retention.
  • To identify areas for improving STEM bridge program design and outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A meta-analysis was conducted on data from 16 different STEM summer bridge programs.
  • Quantitative academic data on program participation was systematically reviewed.
  • Statistical effect sizes (Cohen's d and Odds Ratio) were calculated.

Main Results:

  • Program participation demonstrated a medium effect size on first-year overall grade point average (GPA) (d = 0.34).
  • Participation significantly increased first-year university retention (OR = 1.747).
  • The study highlights the positive impact of these programs on student success.

Conclusions:

  • STEM summer bridge programs are effective in enhancing student academic performance and retention.
  • Further research with rigorous experimental design is needed to optimize program development.
  • These programs play a crucial role in supporting diverse students in STEM majors and careers.