Cognitive Skills Development Among International Undergraduate Students at Research Universities in the United States

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Abstract

Set in the context of a statewide research university system, this study attempts to improve our understanding of international college students, by examining background characteristics, precollege experiences, and college experiences that contribute to their cognitive skills development. Moreover, this study also investigates how such factors as well as patterns in cognitive skills development among international students differ from their domestic counterparts. Findings do reveal the differences in the level of cognitive skills development between international and domestic college students. Findings also identify unique predictors of the development for each group.

Authors

• Young K. Kim, Azusa Pacific University

• Michael Iorio, Loma Linda University

• Christie Curtis, Biola University

• Edwin Romero, Mt. San Antonio College

• David Edens, California State Polytechnic University - Pomona