Graduation rates for college

Hi, I'm trying to get a better understanding of college graduation rates in the U.S. What percentage of people actually end up graduating from college?

Hi there! College graduation rates in the U.S. can provide useful insight into a school's ability to support and retain its students, helping them complete their degrees. Keep in mind that graduation rates vary depending on the type of institution, such as public vs. private, and many other factors.

According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), as of 2020, the average six-year graduation rate for first-time, full-time undergraduate students who began seeking a bachelor's degree at a 4-year degree-granting institution in Fall 2014, is 62%. This means that 62% of students completed their degrees within six years at the same institution where they started.

Graduation rates may be different if you consider factors like part-time students or transfer students. Additionally, individual colleges might have significantly higher or lower graduation rates, depending on their resources, student demographics, program offerings, and more.

It's important to research the graduation rates of the specific colleges you're interested in, as this will give you a better understanding of the level of support and resources offered to help students succeed. You can usually find this information on college websites or through online resources like the NCES College Navigator or CollegeVine's college search tool.