College Insights
How you college is much more vital to college success than where you college. Less than 1/2 of college students graduate in 4 years, and about 25% of them drop out completely before graduating. The vast majority of these students drop out because they’ve faced a significant challenge, be it a difficult professor, a failed class, a bad relationship, doubt about their major, etc., and they didn’t have the coping skills to successfully resolve the problem(s) they faced.
This blog will feature articles, research, and commentary related to academic success, whether in high-school or college, and how students can prepare themselves to succeed at any college and effectively respond to and resolve the challenges they will undoubtedly face.
Mind the Gap: Expectations vs. Reality
Many students enter college with unrealistic expectations—and reality can hit hard. This post explores common mismatches and how students and families can prepare for a smoother, more successful transition.
How to Be Successful in College
Success in college isn’t just about grades—it’s about mindset, habits, and strategies. Learn how to develop key skills, stay motivated, and thrive academically and socially.
Evaluating First Year Experience (FYE) Programs
Discover how First-Year Experience (FYE) programs can ease the college transition, offering academic, social, and emotional support to boost student success.
Overcoming Impediments to Academic Success
Identify common barriers to academic achievement and discover practical solutions to overcome challenges and thrive in your educational pursuits.
Bl g e r's B war : G v ng On y H lf of th St ry
Understand that student success involves both the academic and extracurricular contexts of the college experience, resulting in the potential for bias and other shortcomings in research on student success. Incomplete narratives can harm student success when parents and students do not recognize this.