Summary
- • The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has a graduation rate of 33%.
- • The University of the District of Columbia has a graduation rate of 20%.
- • Shaw University in North Carolina has a graduation rate of 23%.
- • Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas has a graduation rate of 29%.
- • Arkansas Baptist College has a graduation rate of 14%.
- • Jarvis Christian College in Texas has a graduation rate of 14%.
- • Concordia College Alabama has a graduation rate of 10%.
- • Southern New Hampshire University has a graduation rate of 49%.
- • Rio Grande Bible Institute in Texas has a graduation rate of 0%.
- • Bacone College in Oklahoma has a graduation rate of 12%.
- • Alaska Pacific University has a graduation rate of 32%.
- • Baylor University in Texas has a graduation rate of 79%.
- • Prairie View A & M University in Texas has a graduation rate of 37%.
- • Greenville Technical College in South Carolina has a graduation rate of 14%.
- • Western International University in Arizona has a graduation rate of 13%.
Graduation rates: the ultimate test of perseverance or the ultimate procrastination challenge? When it comes to completing a degree, some colleges seem to make it more of a mysterious journey than a straightforward path. With jaw-dropping statistics revealing that some institutions have single-digit graduation rates, its clear that not all educational journeys have a smooth landing. From the 0% graduation rate at Rio Grande Bible Institute to the 49% at Southern New Hampshire University, its time to take a closer look at the colleges with the lowest graduation rates and ponder, are they the ultimate test of determination or just fantastic hide-and-seek champions?
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
- Shaw University in North Carolina has a graduation rate of 23%.
- Arkansas Baptist College has a graduation rate of 14%.
- Jarvis Christian College in Texas has a graduation rate of 14%.
- Concordia College Alabama has a graduation rate of 10%.
- Prairie View A & M University in Texas has a graduation rate of 37%.
- Grambling State University in Louisiana has a graduation rate of 33%.
- South Carolina State University has a graduation rate of 24%.
- Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas has a graduation rate of 41%.
- Jarvis Christian College in Texas has a graduation rate of 11%.
- Concordia College Alabama has a graduation rate of 11%.
- Bacone College in Oklahoma has a graduation rate of 19%.
- Prairie View A & M University in Texas has a graduation rate of 39%.
- Grambling State University in Louisiana has a graduation rate of 42%.
- South Carolina State University has a graduation rate of 27%.
- Bennett College in North Carolina has a graduation rate of 45%.
- Kentucky State University has a graduation rate of 25%.
- Cheyney University of Pennsylvania has a graduation rate of 19%.
Interpretation
As these colleges' graduation rates compete in a melancholic game of limbo, one can't help but wonder if the academic finish line is an elusive mirage. With numbers lower than a mole's social circle, these institutions seem to be in a perpetual state of senioritis. Perhaps the educational system needs a bit of CPR - College Progress Resuscitation - to breathe new life into these statistics and empower students to cross the stage with diplomas in hand, rather than languishing in the abyss of incomplete journeys.
Private Universities
- Southern New Hampshire University has a graduation rate of 49%.
- Bacone College in Oklahoma has a graduation rate of 12%.
- Alaska Pacific University has a graduation rate of 32%.
- Baylor University in Texas has a graduation rate of 79%.
- Western International University in Arizona has a graduation rate of 13%.
- Southern New Hampshire University has a graduation rate of 24%.
- Alaska Pacific University has a graduation rate of 38%.
- Western International University in Arizona has a graduation rate of 29%.
- University of Saint Joseph in Connecticut has a graduation rate of 45%.
Interpretation
As the graduation rates of various universities are unveiled, it seems that the academic journey can be as unpredictable as a rollercoaster ride. From institutions boasting a respectable 79% graduation rate to those struggling at a mere 12%, one can't help but wonder about the factors at play behind these numbers. Perhaps it's the weather in Alaska or the lure of Texan barbecue that affects student commitment levels. Or maybe Bacone College is simply more focused on bacon than diplomas. Whatever the case, these statistics serve as a sobering reminder that the road to a degree is paved with potholes of varying depths, challenging both students and universities to navigate them with resilience and determination.
Public Universities
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio has a graduation rate of 33%.
- The University of the District of Columbia has a graduation rate of 20%.
- Central State University in Ohio has a graduation rate of 30%.
- University of the Virgin Islands has a graduation rate of 31%.
- Oklahoma Panhandle State University has a graduation rate of 28%.
- Central State University in Ohio has a graduation rate of 33%.
Interpretation
With graduation rates lower than a budget airline's punctuality, these educational institutions seem to be offering students a crash course in navigating the choppy waters of academic success. From the bright lights of San Antonio to the tranquility of the Virgin Islands, the numbers paint a picture of resilience in the face of adversity—a reminder that sometimes the journey matters just as much as the destination. As Central State University in Ohio proves, when it comes to perseverance, third time's the charm. So, students, buckle up and hold on tight, because these schools are turning graduation into a survival of the fittest.
Religious Institutions
- Rio Grande Bible Institute in Texas has a graduation rate of 0%.
- Alaska Bible College has a graduation rate of 43%.
- Rio Grande Bible Institute in Texas has a graduation rate of 30%.
- Alaska Bible College has a graduation rate of 50%.
Interpretation
These statistics paint a rather puzzling picture of academic achievement, with graduation rates ranging from nonexistent to just about half. It seems like the Rio Grande Bible Institute in Texas might need to reconsider its approach to ensuring students cross the finish line, while Alaska Bible College should maybe share their secret to batting above the national average. One thing's for sure, these numbers certainly keep the higher education landscape far from being a cookie-cutter scenario.
State Colleges
- Greenville Technical College in South Carolina has a graduation rate of 14%.
- Oklahoma Panhandle State University has a graduation rate of 36%.
- Greenville Technical College in South Carolina has a graduation rate of 16%.
Interpretation
In the world of higher education, where the quest for knowledge meets the reality of student success, these statistics paint a picture of academic perseverance and institutional challenges. It seems that achieving a degree is a marathon, not a sprint, as demonstrated by the low graduation rates at Greenville Technical College and Oklahoma Panhandle State University. Whether due to individual circumstances or systemic issues, these numbers remind us that the journey to graduation is not always smooth sailing - but perhaps it's the rough waters that truly test our commitment to learning.
Tribal Colleges and Universities
- Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas has a graduation rate of 29%.
Interpretation
Haskell Indian Nations University in Kansas has a graduation rate of 29%, making it clear that a higher education institution is a destination for learning rather than a revolving door. Students are not just passing through, they are delving deep into knowledge and the campus culture. In a world where efficiency is prized, perhaps Haskell's slower journey to graduation is a reminder that education is a process, not just a means to an end. Perhaps spending a little more time in the academic oven is what's needed to cook up a well-prepared graduate.
