Graduation Rate
The Graduation Rate is a key metric used in education to measure the percentage of students who complete their studies and earn a degree within a specified timeframe. It’s commonly used to assess the effectiveness of educational institutions and programs.
Key aspects of Graduation Rate include:
Time Frame: Typically measured over a 4-year or 6-year period for bachelor’s degrees.
Cohort Tracking: Follows a specific group of students who started at the same time.
Institutional Performance Indicator: Often used to evaluate and compare schools.
Limitations: Doesn’t account for transfer students or those who take longer to graduate.
Graduation rates are important for prospective students, policymakers, and accreditation bodies in assessing the quality and efficiency of educational institutions.