The student attrition problem has become a major concern for both public and private universities. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), about 59% of the first-time and full-time students seeking admission in four-year courses finished in 6 years. The graduation rate of females was 61%, only marginally higher than the 56% for males. Raising graduation rates has become a critical issue to be addressed to insure both student and institutional success. There is a growing need to facilitate student retention strategies among higher education institutions.
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