Determinants of Attrition among Students in the College of Engineering and Computer Studies of St. Michael’s College, Iligan City

Attrition rates among students in tertiary institutions are one of the challenges in the Philippine educational system which needs to be addressed. The Higher rate of attrition among students can be attributed to several factors ranging from personal problems, financial hindrances, health problems, familial or clan problems. Institutions need to address all these to make students feel that the institution is recognizing their issues and help them finish their degrees. The major objective of this study was to assess the determinants of attrition among Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology students of St. Michael’s College. This study aimed to identify the number of attrition every academic year from 2010 – 2013.  Secondary data were obtained from the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Registrar, and Finance Offices. Consultation and some data were also acquired from the Guidance Center. Data gathered comprise the total number of dropouts per academic year and the reasons that prompted them to make the aforementioned decision. The hybrid research designs of descriptive, qualitative-quantitative, was utilized in the data gathering while qualitative analysis was used for conclusions. Overall, the study showed that the primary reason for the withdrawal of the students in the said program is financial adversities, health problems, and family/clan problems.

 

Keywords: Attrition rate, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, academic year.