From Outcome Expectations to Institutional Preferences: Understanding University Choice From the Perspective of Social Cognitive Career Theory
Abstract
Keywords
- Choice of profession
- Social Cognitive Career Theory
- Career decisions
- College choice
- Outcome expectations
- Career motivation
- Higher education decision-making
- High school students
- Family influence
Supporting Institution
Ethical Statement
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Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Higher Education Studies (Other)
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Harun Serpil
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0000-0002-6293-9385
Türkiye
Publication Date
June 29, 2026
Submission Date
April 28, 2026
Acceptance Date
June 4, 2026
Published in Issue
Year 2026 Volume: 9 Number: 2