Factors Influencing the Decision to Pursue Higher Education at Private Universities Among Pregnant Women.
Keywords:
Pregnant women, Private universities, Higher education, Economic factors, Family supportAbstract
This study aims to analyze the factors influencing the decision of pregnant women to pursue higher education at private universities. The study considers economic factors, social and family support, institutional factors, psychological and health factors, and government support. A mixed-methods research approach was employed, collecting data from 150 pregnant students at Chalermkarnchana University through questionnaires and in-depth interviews.
The findings indicate that institutional factors and social support have the greatest impact on pregnant women's decisions to continue their education, particularly the flexibility of curricula and support from spouses and families. Economic and psychological factors were found to have some influence but were not statistically significant. However, the lack of scholarships and educational privileges for pregnant students remains a major obstacle. Logistic Regression Analysis revealed that these factors moderately influence educational decisions, highlighting the need for further policy support.
The results of this study provide insights for educational institutions to develop more flexible learning programs and establish appropriate social and financial support systems for pregnant students.
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