APS

2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025

Motivations for Social Comparison in Students Attending a Hispanic Majority Institution

Washington, DC · May 2025

Poster · Social

Session: Poster Session XI

Authors

Abstract

This study explores motivations for social comparison among Hispanic students (n=191) at a Hispanic Majority Institution (HMI). Findings highlight distinct motivations (i.e., future orientation and self-enhancement) across upward and downward comparisons. Results emphasize the need for targeted interventions to enhance self-efficacy and academic outcomes in diverse educational environments.

Motivation