The Role of Intercollegiate Athletics on an Athlete's Decision to Attend College

Author

Holly Hefflinger, University of Texas Permian Basin

Date of Award

1-2012

Document Type

Research Project Report

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Kinesiology

Supervisory Committee Chair

James Eldridge, Ed.D.

Second Advisor

Nicholas Pertuit, Ph.D.

Third Advisor

Richard Lloyd, Ed.D.

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to determine if California community college athletes would attend college if intercollegiate athletics were not offered and to examine differences in gender, races/ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, and sports. The goal of the study was to provide useful information to college administrators that are considering initiating, adding, or eliminating intercollegiate athletic programs. Participants in the study include student-athletes attending California community colleges that participate in one of three sports: basketball, soccer, or tennis. A survey questionnaire was the method for collecting data.

Recommended Citation

Hefflinger, Holly, "The Role of Intercollegiate Athletics on an Athlete's Decision to Attend College" (2012). Graduate Theses. 13.
https://falconcommons.utpb.edu/utpb-nur/13