Intercollegiate Athletics and Student College Choice: Exploring the Impact of Championship Seasons on Undergraduate Applications.

Toma, J. Douglas; Cross, Michael E.

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Publication Date: 1998

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Intercollegiate Athletics and Student College Choice: Exploring the Impact of Championship Seasons on Undergraduate Applications.

Toma, J. Douglas; Cross, Michael E.

Research in Higher Education, v39 n6 p633-61 Dec 1998

A national study found that since 1979, winning a national championship in football or men's basketball results in increases in applications for undergraduate admission in years following the championship. This was found both in absolute numbers and in comparison with schools not winning championships. Institutional data are charted. (Author/MSE)

Descriptors: Basketball, College Applicants, College Athletics, College Choice, Competition, Enrollment Influences, Football, Higher Education, Intercollegiate Cooperation, Public Opinion, Reputation, Undergraduate Study

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Language: English

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