Sexual Victimization among Male College Students: Risks and Responses

• In Event: Sexual Victimization Among Vulnerable/Understudied College Populations: Focus on LGBTQ, Male, and Repeat Victims

Abstract

A growing body of research has documented that male sexual victimization is more common than previously believed and results in harmful consequences similar to those experienced by female victims of sexual victimization. This paper uses data collected from a sample of 8,000 male undergraduates attending a diverse group of seven colleges to examine 1) male risk for victimization, 2) the characteristics of male victimization experiences, and 3) the consequences experienced by victims. These findings are compared to female victimizations in an effort to identify and understand potential gender differences. The results suggest the need for gender specific prevention programs and services, and associated recommendations will be presented.

Authors

• Marcus Berzofsky, RTI International

• Michael Planty, RTI International

• Christine Lindquist, RTI International

• Christopher Krebs, RTI International

• Lynn Langton, Bureau of Justice Statistics