Exploring Predominantly Black Institutions: What Characteristics Matter for these Institutions?

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Abstract

Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI) are a growing sector of Minority Serving Institutions (MSI). While there has been ongoing focus among other designations of MSIs, there has been little empirical research focused on PBIs. This study will quantitatively explore institutional characteristics of PBIs and their influence on PBI graduation rates.

Authors

• Alyse Noelle Gray Parker, University of Texas at San Antonio

• Jennifer Schmerber Davila, University of Texas at San Antonio