Choosing the Ideal Husband from a Girl's Perspective: The Case of University Students in Jordan

The study aims to identify the factors and reasons that influence the decision to choose the ideal husband from the perspective of university students. A descriptive approach was applied in this research, and a questionnaire was developed as the primary tool for data collection. The questionnaire included general characteristics of the study sample and 16 items. Additionally, a non-probability convenience sample of 100 undergraduate students from the University of Jordan was selected. The results revealed that the largest percentage of the study sample had an average economic income, and many participants were residents of Amman and Fuhais. Regarding the importance of marriage, "emotional stability" was identified as the most important factor by most participants, followed by "forming a family." In contrast, economic security was given the least emphasis concerning their willingness to leave university for marriage. When asked about the desired personal qualities in a future husband, the responses indicated that older females place greater importance on the quality of education, followed by a man’s kindness and tenderness. Wealth and outward appearance received the least attention among the respondents. Moreover, most participants preferred an intelligent man, followed by a light-hearted (funny) man. Regarding the factors that attract girls to young men, the responses primarily highlighted personality traits, followed by external appearance, fitness, and popularity. Based on these findings, the study recommends the implementation of educational programs that emphasize the principles of upbringing for choosing a life partner, along with enhancing the role of the media in promoting the values of marital life.