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| Abstract Title: | Exploring retention rates in physics graduate programs |
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| Abstract Type: | Contributed Poster Presentation |
| Abstract: | Graduate students and degree holders play a central role in the growth of science and technology for both institutions and the country. Historically STEM graduate programs have had a low retention rate, potentially causing a high cost for both those leaving the programs and for society at large. Here, we look at a multi-year study of the American Institute of Physics' annual rosters with a focus on the number of graduate students in programs and the retention rates for these students. By observing the trends, we can make general observation about the current state of graduate education in the United States. We find that over the past 19 years there has been variation in the retention rates for universities in different regions and different Carnegie classifications. Our results can better inform prospective graduate students and faculty about current trends in physics graduate education and potentially inspire change. |
| Session Time: | Poster Session 2 |
| Poster Number: | B06 |
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| Primary Contact: |
Christopher Overton University Of Georgia Athens, GA |
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