Abstract
The effects of various college preparation programs, aptitude scores, and student background characteristics on college retention were studied. The data were obtained from the National Education Longitudinal Study: 1988-2000 and NELS:88/2000 Postsecondary Education Transcript Study. The effective sample contained 4,445 first-time freshmen students who were matriculated into four-year institutions between 1992 and 1994. Using survival analysis techniques, the focal point of the study was to examine longitudinal impact of high school programs on college retention. Participation in ACT/SAT preparation courses reduced the likelihood of departure by 42% or 55% in the second or third year in college, while receiving assistance in financial aid application increased the odds of departure by 89% in the second year.
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