Research Article

Determination of Perception Level in The Context of Educational Marketing

Volume: 7 Number: 2 December 30, 2025
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Determination of Perception Level in The Context of Educational Marketing

Abstract

This study aims to measure the perception levels of high school senior students towards Atatürk University in the context of education marketing and the impact of the university's advertising activities on these perceptions. The research was conducted surveys applied to 12th grade students studying in different types of high schools in Erzurum. The survey results allowed the determination of the variables that students consider in their university preferences and the perception level towards Atatürk University was measured. The effects of advertising activities carried out in these areas were analyzed by comparing the educational variables that students were asked to rank in order of priority with their perceptions towards the university. Findings revealed that the educational variables that students consider in their preferences differed according to the types of high schools. It was determined that the general perception towards Atatürk University was at an average level. Advertising activities were effective in creating a change in students' perceptions and a positive change was observed in the general perception towards the university following the promotional activities. Also, it was concluded that the geographical location and climate conditions of the city where the university is located played an important role in students' university preferences.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Communication Studies , Advertising (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 30, 2025

Submission Date

June 17, 2025

Acceptance Date

November 3, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 7 Number: 2

APA
Yıldız, H. N., & Erciş, M. S. (2025). Determination of Perception Level in The Context of Educational Marketing. Elektronik Cumhuriyet İletişim Dergisi, 7(2), 98-116. https://doi.org/10.54089/ecider.1720660