Research In Review 2014-1 - Synthesis of Recent SAT Validity Findings

Sep 14, 2026

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Synthesis of Recent SAT Validity Findings compiles and analyzes college performance outcome evidence using SAT validity measures across time and student cohorts. The work examines FYGPA results for 2006–2010 cohorts, applies longitudinal analysis to cumulative GPA for the 2006 cohort, and evaluates retention to the second year as well as retention through graduation. It reports cohort- and subgroup-related patterns through correlation and differential prediction tables, supported by references and appendices that document data relationships and methodology details.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages105

Reading Time4 h 25 min

AccessFree to download

Executive Summary

Introduction

FYGPA Results: 2006–2010 Cohorts

Cumulative GPA Results: Longitudinal Analysis of the 2006 Cohort

Retention to 2nd Year: 2006–2010 Cohorts

Retention Through Graduation: 2006 Cohort

References

Appendix

RESEARCH IN REVIEW 2014-1 Synthesis of Recent SAT Validity Findings: Trend Data over Time and Cohorts By Krista D. Mattern and Brian F. Patterson VALIDITY Krista D. Mattern was a research scientist at the College Board. Brian F. Patterson was an assistant research scientist at the College Board. About the College Board The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, the College Board helps more than seven million students prepare fora successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success—including the SAT® and the Advanced Placement Program® . The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators and schools. For further information, visit [www.collegeboard.org](www.collegeboard.org). © 2014 The College Board. College Board, Advanced Placement Program, SAT and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of the College Board. SAT Reasoning Test and SAT Subject Tests are trademarks owned by the College Board. All other products and services may be trademarks of their respective owners. Visit the College Board on [the Web: www.collegeboard.org](the Web: www.collegeboard.org). For more information on College Board research and data, visit [research.collegeboard.org](research.collegeboard.org) . Contents Executive Summary ................................................................................................ 8 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 8 FYGPA Results: 2006–2010 Cohorts .....................................................................10 Cumulative GPA Results: Longitudinal Analysis of the 2006 Cohort ................25 Retention to 2nd Year: 2006–2010 Cohorts ..........................................................40 Retention Through Graduation: 2006 Cohort ......................................................50 References...............................................................................................................74 Appendix.................................................................................................................76 Appendixes Appendix A .....................................................................................................76 Appendix B .....................................................................................................83 Appendix C .....................................................................................................89 Appendix D .....................................................................................................95 Tables Table 1. Number of Institutions Providing College Performance Outcome Data by Cohort and Year in College .............................................................................................................. 9 Table A1 . FYGPA Correlations by Cohort ....................................................................................76 Table A2 . FYGPA Correlations and Differential Prediction by Gender and Cohort .................76 Table A3 . FYGPA Correlations and Differential Prediction by Racial/Ethnic Identity and Cohort ...........................................................................................77 Table A4 . FYGPA Correlations and Differential Prediction by Best-Spoken Language and Cohort.........................................................................................78 Table A5 . FYGPA Correlations and Differential Prediction by Highest Parental Education

FAQs

What is the main focus of this Research In Review study?

The study synthesizes recent SAT validity findings by analyzing how SAT measures relate to college performance outcomes over time and across cohorts.

Which cohort time ranges are analyzed for FYGPA and retention outcomes?

FYGPA results cover 2006–2010 cohorts, retention to the second year also covers 2006–2010 cohorts, while retention through graduation focuses on the 2006 cohort.

How are results presented and supported in the report?

Results are organized with sections for GPA and retention analyses, and supported by references plus appendices containing correlation and differential prediction tables, including subgroup breakdowns by gender, identity, language, parental education, and income.

Sep 14, 2026

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