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Examining How Community College Students Develop Aspirations for Graduate School.

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Title: Examining How Community College Students Develop Aspirations for Graduate School.
Authors: Lukszo, Casey1 (AUTHOR) clukszo@nvcc.edu, Hartman, Catherine2 (AUTHOR), Espino, Maria Luz3 (AUTHOR)
Source: Community College Review. Jul2026, Vol. 54 Issue 3, p248-272. 25p.
Subject Terms: *Community college students, *Student aspirations, *Higher education, *Qualitative research, *Academic achievement, *Academic motivation, Mentoring
Abstract: Objective/Research Question: In this study, we sought to understand what factors motivate community college students' and alumni decisions to pursue graduate study. Specifically, we asked: What influences community college students and alumni to pursue graduate school? What role do community colleges play in influencing students' aspirations for graduate school? Methods: A qualitative research design was utilized, and data was collected from 16 focus group participants and 20 individual interviews. Results: Findings from this study indicate that students' aspirations for graduate school are shaped by multiple factors, including responsibilities outside of school as well as mentorship and guidance from institutional faculty and staff. Conclusions/Contributions: Findings from this study present implications for researchers and practitioners focused on supporting community college student success. Notably, this study prompts opportunities to consider the role of community college support on students' long-term goals, including pursuing graduate study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: Objective/Research Question: In this study, we sought to understand what factors motivate community college students' and alumni decisions to pursue graduate study. Specifically, we asked: What influences community college students and alumni to pursue graduate school? What role do community colleges play in influencing students' aspirations for graduate school? Methods: A qualitative research design was utilized, and data was collected from 16 focus group participants and 20 individual interviews. Results: Findings from this study indicate that students' aspirations for graduate school are shaped by multiple factors, including responsibilities outside of school as well as mentorship and guidance from institutional faculty and staff. Conclusions/Contributions: Findings from this study present implications for researchers and practitioners focused on supporting community college student success. Notably, this study prompts opportunities to consider the role of community college support on students' long-term goals, including pursuing graduate study. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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