Through the Pipeline: Associate Degree Aspirations of Black and Latino Males

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Abstract

This quantitative study examined the associate degree aspirations of African-American and Latino males enrolled in California community colleges. Carter’s (2002) theoretical and conceptual framework on the degree aspirations of African-American and Latino students was utilized to frame this study. Using secondary data from CCSSE , factor analyses and logistic regression analyses were completed to compare the experiences of African American and Latino males and predict their transfer and degree aspirations. Findings include that self-reported data on GPA, obtaining or updating job skills, changing careers, and institutional size were predictors of associate degree aspirations. Implications for future research and practice are discussed.

Authors

• Julio Fregoso, San Diego State University

• Angela M. Locks, California State University - Long Beach