The General College 2001 Cohort: Persistence and Graduation Four Years After Entrance

Abstract

This report provides retention and graduation data on the fall 2001 NHS General College cohort, as well as predictors of retention. As of summer 2005, approximately 8% of the cohort had graduated and another 47% had enrolled in the 2004-2005 academic year. Differences in retention were examined based on gender and ethnicity. Gender differences were not observed, however there was a difference in retention based on ethnicity. High school rank and ACT composite scores were not significant predictors, but first term GPA was a significant predictor of later retention.