Lamar University graduation rate on the rise

[Guest abovetherim]

11/6/2007 The graduation rate for first-time, full-time, degree-seeking freshmen earn a degree in six years has risen nearly 14 percent in the past 10 years.  The overall number of minority graduates is also increasing.

“The quality of students at Lamar has improved because of revised admission requirements, the numerous scholarships Lamar is proud to offer and the strength of our degree plans,†said Kevin Smith, senior associate provost for academic affairs.

Twenty-three percent of white, first- and full-time, degree-seeking freshmen earned a degree within six years in academic year 1997.  In academic year 2007, that number has grown to 39.3 percent.  Nearly 25 percent of black first- and full-time, degree-seeking freshmen obtained a degree within six years during 2007, up from 17 percent in 1997.

Likewise, the rate for Hispanic, first- and full-time, degree-seeking freshmen earning a degree in six years rose from 21 percent in 1997 to 25.8 percent in 2007.  Additionally, the overall number of minorities graduating from Lamar has increased over the past 10 years from 205 in 1997 to 356 in 2007.

“The rising graduation rates result from the combination of high- quality students, better student services, and a strong academic environment at Lamar,†said Smith.  “As a university, we will continue providing our students with the support they need for ongoing success.â€

  http://www.lamar.edu/newsevents/news/207_5864.htm

 

[NewCardinal]

Since Lamar raised the bar to admissions, I see this continuing.