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Crossing the Finish Line: Completing College at America's Public Universities (The William G. Bowen Series, 59),Used
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Why so many of America's public university students are not graduatingand what to do about itThe United States has long been a model for accessible, affordable education, as exemplified by the country's public universities. And yet less than 60 percent of the students entering American universities today are graduating. Why is this happening, and what can be done? Crossing the Finish Line provides the most detailed exploration ever of college completion at America's public universities. This groundbreaking book sheds light on such serious issues as dropout rates linked to race, gender, and socioeconomic status.Probing graduation rates at twentyone flagship public universities and four statewide systems of public higher education, the authors focus on the progress of students in the entering class of 1999from entry to graduation, transfer, or withdrawal. They examine the effects of parental education, family income, race and gender, high school grades, test scores, financial aid, and characteristics of universities attended (especially their selectivity). The conclusions are compelling: minority students and students from poor families have markedly lower graduation ratesand take longer to earn degreeseven when other variables are taken into account. Noting the strong performance of transfer students and the effects of financial constraints on student retention, the authors call for improved transfer and financial aid policies, and suggest ways of improving the sorting processes that match students to institutions.An outstanding combination of evidence and analysis, Crossing the Finish Line should be read by everyone who cares about the nation's higher education system.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Crossing the Finish Line'? A: The book examines the challenges faced by students at America's public universities and explores why graduation rates are low, along with potential solutions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Crossing the Finish Line' is William G. Bowen.
- Q: What kind of research does this book include? A: The book includes detailed research on graduation rates across twenty-one flagship public universities and four statewide systems, focusing on various demographic and socioeconomic factors.
- Q: How many pages does 'Crossing the Finish Line' have? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: Is 'Crossing the Finish Line' a new or used book? A: The book is listed as a new hardcover edition.
- Q: What are some key factors affecting graduation rates discussed in the book? A: The book discusses factors such as parental education, family income, race, gender, and university selectivity.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the first edition, published on September 1, 2009.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Crossing the Finish Line'? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What issues related to dropout rates does the book address? A: It addresses dropout rates linked to race, gender, and socioeconomic status, providing insights into minority students' challenges.
- Q: What recommendations does the book make for improving graduation rates? A: The authors recommend improved transfer and financial aid policies, along with better matching processes for students and institutions.