>>College Graduate Retention Rates High Among Community College Alum
(Undated) -- Many of Virginia's college students are not sticking around, according to new data.
Scott Kimbler with more.Preview: Voicer Script:
Virginia's retention rate of college graduates after five years is 54.9%, dropping to 51% after ten years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Comparisons with other states show that Virginia's retention rates are lower than states like Texas, New York, and Georgia. The Cardinal News reports community college graduates show a high retention rate of 77.9% after five years, suggesting a potential focus area for improving retention in the state.