Predicting Successful Remediation Among Hispanic Students

• In Event: Varying Our Approaches to Achieving Student Success

Abstract

The proposed study addresses the need for institutions to be able to effectively promote equity in degree completion (both in and outside of STEM fields) among Hispanic college students. Data from the BPS: 04/09 and PETS will be analyzed to identify the socio-demographic characteristics, pre-college experiences, academic goals, environmental pull-factors, college experiences, and institutional characteristics that predict successful remediation in math among a national sample of Hispanic students. Preliminary findings demonstrate the odds of successful math remediation could be predicted by a combination of characteristics and experiences including attending a four-year institution. Findings will contribute to research and theory by providing a better understanding of the role of various characteristics and experiences in promoting success among developmental Hispanic students.

Authors

• Gloria Crisp, The University of Texas - San Antonio

• Nicole Alia Salis Reyes, The University of Texas - San Antonio

• Erin Doran, The University of Texas - San Antonio