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Peer reviewedPope, James A.; Evans, John P. – College and University, 1985
A model using four categories of college applicants (enrollment deposit paid, deposit not yet paid, applicants not yet admitted, and those who have not yet applied) that allows forecasting of freshman enrollment from any point in the admission process and simulates the effects of trends and strategies on enrollment is outlined. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Admission, College Applicants, Enrollment Projections, Higher Education
Peer reviewedLaing, Joan; And Others – College and University, 1986
The relationship of student major choice and other individual characteristics as reported in the American College Testing Program's (ACT) pre-college Assessment Program to persistence in the college major is examined for Michigan State University students. Implications for program planning are discussed. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Freshmen, College Planning, Higher Education
Peer reviewedShim, Soyeon; And Others – College and University, 1991
A survey of graduating university students (n=165) investigated factors influencing their satisfaction with their majors. Career-related learning, communication skills, and parental influence in choice of major were the best predictors of satisfaction with major. Perceived quality of instruction and career opportunities/services were also highly…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Graduates, Educational Quality, Higher Education
Peer reviewedAdair, Russel K. – College and University, 1991
Precollege quantitative measures were used to predict college persistence in natural sciences for high-achieving high school graduates. High school grades in math and science and the highest math Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score were positive predictors. A Math 2 achievement test test score or projected score was the strongest predictor.…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Administration, College Entrance Examinations, College Students
Peer reviewedBennett, D. Tyson; Wesley, Homer – College and University, 1998
It is more important than ever for colleges and universities to manage the resources they have and guard against unnecessary loss. Student bad debt is one loss that can be resolved. A study identified certain predictors of student bad debt, including academic indicators and student characteristics, and offers suggestions to institutions for…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Administration, College Students, Debt (Financial)
