Abstract
Student-athlete graduation rates and, in particular, graduation rates for African American male student-athletes are dismal compared to other student populations on college campuses. This text examines factors that have the potential to increase graduation rates among this population through a literature review. These factors include providing student-athletes a scholarship to the institution that they attend, as well as their engagement through career and other support services offered at colleges and universities. In addition, career development with student-athletes and peer mentorship are discussed as ways that a graduate student can intervene with student-athletes to improve the likelihood of obtaining an undergraduate degree. With regard to career development, resume building, creating cover letters, and understanding the importance of informational interviewing and networking are all discussed as ways for student-athletes to engage in their future career trajectory. Peer mentorship is articulated as a way for student-athletes to develop rapport and a relationship with another student who can aid in their academic and future success.
Recommended Citation
Forster, Alexa
(2015)
"Graduation Rates Among Student-Athletes: Research to Practice,"
MAGIS: Vol. 9:
Iss.
1, Article 15.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.seattleu.edu/magis/vol9/iss1/15