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The role of HBCUs in the college choice process of African Americans in California

Year: 2005

Type: article

Abstract: The significance of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the educational experience of African American students has been well documented. However, recent court \ndecisions challenge these institutions' continued ability to folfill their historical missions. \nTherefore, it is more vital than ever to understand the unique role played by HBCUs in the African American community, particularly in the educational plans of students and their families. The \ncurrent study analyzes interview and focus-group data with African American students, parents, and counselors at 20 southern California high schools. While participants acknowledge that these \ninstitutions remain important educational and cultural resources, they also reveal surprising barriers to the accessibility of HBCUs.

Source: UTA ResearchCommons (University of Texas Arlington)

Authors: Tobolowsky, Barbara, Outcalt, Charles L., McDonough, Patricia M.

Institutions: University of South Carolina, Southern New Hampshire University, University of California, Los Angeles

Language: English

Topic: Higher Education Research Studies

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1552380033

FWCI: 7.982

Cites: 17

Cited by: 60

Related to: 10