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ERIC Number: EJ1101574
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016-Apr
Pages: 17
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ISSN: ISSN-0897-5264
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Postsecondary Strengths, Challenges, and Supports Experienced by Foster Care Alumni College Graduates
Salazar, Amy M.; Jones, Kevin R.; Emerson, John C.; Mucha, Lauren
Journal of College Student Development, v57 n3 p263-279 Apr 2016
Young people transitioning from foster care to college experience unique identities and circumstances that make being successful in college especially challenging. We used qualitative survey data from 248 college graduates who were formerly in foster care to explore the strengths, challenges, and supports they experienced while in college that affected their success. A qualitative content analysis of responses to 3 open-ended survey questions revealed 7 global themes related to participants' college experiences: positive self, overcoming, interpersonal relationships, finances and logistics, academic orientation, physical and mental health, and independent living skills. Subordinate themes are identified and participant quotes are provided to help illuminate participants' postsecondary experiences. A primary goal for this study is to increase awareness of this hidden population on college campuses and provide a better understanding of their unique circumstances and needs. This information can be used by colleges and advocates to improve support services for these youth.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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