Felician University May Graduation Rate Calculator

Graduation Rate Formula:

\[ \text{Graduation Rate} = \left( \frac{\text{Graduates}}{\text{Cohort}} \right) \times 100 \]

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1. What is Graduation Rate?

Graduation rate is a key performance indicator that measures the percentage of students who successfully complete their academic program within a specified time frame. It provides valuable insights into institutional effectiveness and student success outcomes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the graduation rate formula:

\[ \text{Graduation Rate} = \left( \frac{\text{Graduates}}{\text{Cohort}} \right) \times 100 \]

Where:

\( \text{Graduates} \) — Number of students who successfully graduated
\( \text{Cohort} \) — Total number of students in the starting group

Explanation: The formula calculates the percentage of students from an initial cohort who successfully complete their academic requirements and graduate.

3. Importance of Graduation Rate Calculation

Details: Graduation rates are crucial for assessing institutional performance, accreditation purposes, strategic planning, and demonstrating educational effectiveness to stakeholders including students, parents, and regulatory bodies.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of graduates and the total cohort size. Both values must be positive integers, and the number of graduates cannot exceed the cohort size.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What time period does this graduation rate cover?
A: This calculator calculates the graduation rate for the May graduation period specifically at Felician University.

Q2: How is the cohort defined?
A: The cohort typically includes all students who entered the program during a specific intake period and were expected to graduate within the normal timeframe.

Q3: What is considered a good graduation rate?
A: Graduation rates vary by institution type and program. Generally, rates above 60% are considered good, but this varies significantly across different educational contexts.

Q4: Are transfer students included in the calculation?
A: Typically, graduation rate calculations include only first-time, full-time students who entered the institution directly, but specific inclusion criteria may vary.

Q5: How often should graduation rates be calculated?
A: Graduation rates are typically calculated annually, often following each graduation cycle (May, December, etc.) to track institutional performance over time.