Publication Date
2023
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
First Advisor
Ryu, Duchwan
Degree Name
M.S. (Master of Science)
Legacy Department
Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science
Abstract
This thesis aims to explore whether research universities in the United States, specifically those classified as Carnegie I or II institutions, utilize part time contingent faculty(rPTF) as a cost saving strategy. Additionally, it sought to determine if there was a differential impact on total costs when comparing public and private universities. Employing a linear mixed effects model with random intercept and slopes, this study analyzed the relationship between rPTF (ratio of part-time to total faculty) and total cost. This study did not provide substantial evidence to support the notion despite observing a negative correlation between rPTF and total cost. Regarding the differential impact on total cost by university type, the result suggested a positive interaction effect, implying a stronger relationship between rPTF and total cost for private institutions, however the effect was not statistically significant.
Recommended Citation
Sleeba, Arun, "The Impact of Faculty Composition on Cost Per Student: A Mixed Model Approach" (2023). Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations. 7849.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/allgraduate-thesesdissertations/7849
Extent
39 pages
Language
en
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
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