The Multiple Organizational Logic of Localized Enrollment in Elite Universities:An Empirical Study Based on National Enrollment Data
The uneven distribution of high-quality higher education resources contributes to interprovincial disparities in access to elite universities,with localized enrollment practices often cited as a contributing factor.This study examines the impact of localized enrollment on access to elite universities in China and investigates the mechanisms driving this phenomenon.Drawing upon national enrollment data from 2017 to 2022,the study finds that localized enrollment practices decrease the selectivity of admissions for local students applying to elite universities within their province.The magnitude of this effect is influenced by three key factors:the number of elite universities within a province,the average proportion of local student enrollment set by universities,and the intensity of competition within the college entrance examination.The study further reveals that localized enrollment practices are driven by a confluence of organizational logics,including a focus on return on financial investment,securing a pipeline of high-achieving students,and compensating for limited access to top universities.Importantly,the relative influence of these factors varies across provinces.These findings underscore the need for enrollment quota allocation policies that are sensitive to regional disparities in higher education resources.A nationally coordinated approach that tailors enrollment structures to specific provincial contexts is essential for promoting more equitable access to elite higher education opportunities.
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