Causes for Dropping Out By: Clovis Reeves, Hugo Rivera, And Matt Ferry

Top Three Causes Not fitting in socially Not being financially prepared Not being academically prepared

Social Issues Participation, Belonging, Lack of Events Homesick, Isolation, Depression Failure to attend classes

Recommendation notifications at the beginning of each month to students. Encourage teamwork Provide more events

Finances Tuition / Course costs Not planning far enough ahead Tuition due vs. Employer reimbursements

Recommendations Explaining financial aid Have a better understanding of how the degree will be financed Three-way contracts between the employer, student, and college

Academic Preparedness High school way to the college way Parents’ influence High School 1/3 of adult students will drop

Recommendations High school students need to get a jump start on college More influence on parents’ involvement Remedial courses still need to be taught so the students can comprehend the material. Learning enhancement activities: 1.Accelerated learning programs 2.Placement Activities 3.Tutor service

Conclusion Thank You

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