Impact of Delayed Entry Program Participation on First Term Attrition

Abstract

This research analyzes the impact of Delayed Entry Program (DEP) participation on attrition in the first term. Using logistic regression, equations were estimated to determine the probability of attrition in 13 Army jobs. Independent variables used in this analysis were education, time in DEP, gender, race/ethnic background, and Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) score. Results showed that in 9 to 13 equations the DEP had a significant impact on the probability of attrition. Results consistently showed that the longer individuals participate in the DEP the less likely they are to attrite in their first term. Findings also showed that sensitivity to DEP varies with MOS assignment. Keywords: MOS(Military Occupational Specialties), Army personnel, Personnel allocation, Personnel policy, Logit, Regression, Enlisted personnel.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA178669

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  • Alex G. Manganaris
  • Edward J. Schmitz

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  • U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences

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  • Human Systems

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  • Air Force
  • Army Personnel
  • Attrition
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