Curious junior here, aiming for schools with strong support systems. Can someone share info on which colleges have the highest graduation rates? I believe it might reflect on how well a school supports its students academically and emotionally. Definitely want to prioritize that in my search. Thanks!
Absolutely, the graduation rate can indeed be a good indicator of how effectively a college supports its students, though it's only one of several factors you might consider. Colleges with the highest graduation rates typically are those with robust resources, dedicated faculty, and comprehensive support systems. The schools known for having the highest graduation rates are often very selective as well, which means their students are usually highly motivated and prepared academically, contributing to those rates.
For example, institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and Stanford have graduation rates above 95%. Many of the smaller liberal arts colleges like Williams, Amherst, and Swarthmore also have very high graduation rates. In addition to these private institutions, there are some public universities like the University of Virginia and the University of Michigan that maintain high graduation rates.
Remember, visiting campuses, talking to current students, and researching student support services will give you the best picture of how a school supports its students. Schools report their graduation rates in their common data set, and you can also find this information through the National Center for Education Statistics' College Navigator tool or on individual college websites.
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