Intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors as predictors of academic success in higher education / Norsyazwani Aina Abd Sukor and Ummi Kalthum Mohd Mokhtar

Motivation plays a pivotal role in enhancing academic performance, influencing effort, persistence, and resilience among students [1]. This study examines factors driving motivation and academic success among FSR UiTM Seremban 3 students. Additionally, it investigates the relationship between motivation and performance, alongside household income disparities. By addressing motivational barriers, this research aims to provide actionable insights to improve student outcomes in diverse socio-economic contexts. This study employs a non-experimental, quantitative design to explore motivation and academic performance among 344 FSR UiTM Seremban 3 students, selected via simple random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, including demographic profiles, the Academic Motivation Scale (28 items), and the Academic Success Inventory for College Students (48 items). Descriptive, correlational, and ANOVA analyses were conducted to examine relationships and differences across variables.