The Impact of Intercollegiate Athletics on Graduation Rates among Major NCAA Division I Universities: Implications for College Persistence Theory and Practice.

Authors :: Mangold, William D.
Bean, Luann
Adams, Douglas
Source :: Journal of Higher Education. Sep-Oct 2003 74(5):540-562.
Publication Year :: 2003
Abstract: Explored the relationship between intercollegiate athletic program success and the institutional graduation rates of 97 of the 112 universities that compete in both NCAA Division 1A basketball and football. Results suggest that successful intercollegiate sports programs often negatively impact institutional graduation rates. (EV)

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