Abstract
This study analyses dropout in higher education, a worldwide problem seen in the literature of developed and developing countries. The aim of the study is to explain dropout in Brazil’s private higher education. Dropout is defined as the interruption of studies by students in higher education enrolled for any length of time, regardless of university change before its conclusion. This research uses data from students, which are the main population in higher education. Thus, the research is based on a survey questionnaire conducted to a higher education student population. These students can be divided in two categories to be
compared: the regular private higher education students and the college students who have stopped their studies. The empirical study begins by a characterization of the respondents, followed by a logistical regression in order to identify the determinants of dropout. Age, change of marital status during the course, having scholarship and asking for funding were considered as
determinants of dropout. Results of this research give contribution to young students, the society, the government, private higher education institutions and indirectly to the companies.
compared: the regular private higher education students and the college students who have stopped their studies. The empirical study begins by a characterization of the respondents, followed by a logistical regression in order to identify the determinants of dropout. Age, change of marital status during the course, having scholarship and asking for funding were considered as
determinants of dropout. Results of this research give contribution to young students, the society, the government, private higher education institutions and indirectly to the companies.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2nd International Conference on Higher Education Advances ,HEAd'16 |
Pages | 138-143 |
Volume | 228 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jul 2016 |
Event | International Conference on Higher Education Advances - Valencia, Spain Duration: 21 Jun 2016 → 23 Jun 2016 Conference number: 2nd |
Publication series
Name | Social and Behavioral Sciences |
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Volume | 228 |
ISSN (Print) | 1877-0428 |
Conference
Conference | International Conference on Higher Education Advances |
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Abbreviated title | HEAd 16 |
Country/Territory | Spain |
City | Valencia |
Period | 21/06/16 → 23/06/16 |