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Student Achievement: Graduation Rates

Description: Percentage of entering fall semester full-time first-time postsecondary students who graduate within 100%, 150% and 200% of normal time.

Definition: Earning any type of degree or certificate within the specific time frame qualifies a student to be included. "Normal time" is based upon the degree or certificate type. For example, 100% of "normal time" for an associate degree would be two years.

Source: IPEDS Graduation Rates

Tags: Degree, Certificate, Completions, Graduation, Grad Rates