The role of psychological factors and transfer experiences in STEM identity: a regression analysis of vertical and lateral transfers

STEM transfer students tend to have lower transfer rates, lower degree completion rates, and longer time to degree. STEM identity, defined as how individuals perceive and position themselves within STEM fields, positively influences persistence and success in STEM majors and careers. While previous research has studied STEM identity among non-transfer four-year students, little is known about its development among transfer students, who face academic and social challenges during the transfer pro