Análisis de la adjudicación de becas de excelencia académica desde una perspectiva de género, en el marco de la política pública de gratuidad en el sistema de educación superior ecuatoriano. Caso Grupo de Alto Rendimiento 2013-2015

Abstract

This research focus on the analysis of the awarding of scholarships for academic excellence (GAR) as a strategy to reduce social and gender gaps within a framework of equal opportunities, for both men and women, to the access to the Ecuadorian public higher education. Therefore, a probit model displays the main factors that determine access to GAR scholarships. Additionally, the evaluation of the impact of GAR scholarships on performance of students from the special academic equalization program, by means of a quasi-experimental design, is performed. Results suggest that there is a lack of equity and equality of opportunities to access to public aid for women, and those students from unfavorable environments, and minorities. Finally, confirms the positive effect of scholarships for academic excellence in improving educational performance by students in the Special leveling course.