Impact of College Experience on Student Success, A MultiCollege Perspective

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: Capitol/Congress

Institution Type: Any

Target Audience: Any

Presenter(s)

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Juan Xu, n/a

Director, Office for Institutional Research
Clemson University, United States
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Mina Ibrahim, n/a

Programmer/Analyst
SUNY Brockport, United States
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Yuchen (Faye) Ji, n/a

Institutional Research Analyst
Notre Dame of Maryland University, United States
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Eric Wang, n/a

Institutional Research Analyst III
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
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Jing Wang, n/a

Institutional Research Analyst
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, United States
Yuxiang Liu

Director of Institutional Research & Assessment
Yeshiva University
New York, New York, United States

Session Abstract: This study explores how college experiences influence student success, measured by first-year GPA and one-year retention, across six universities. Using regression models, the research separates the effects of pre-college preparation and financial aid from the unique contributions of engagement, support services, and campus involvement. Findings will clarify which experiences significantly enhance academic performance and persistence, providing evidence of how institutions directly enhance student success. The study provides a practical framework for colleges to assess their institutional contribution to student outcomes and to design effective interventions. For institutional researchers and higher education practitioners, the study offers both methodological guidance and actionable insights, making it useful for institutions committed to improving student success through data-informed strategies.

Keywords: Linear regression, logistic regression, academic performance, student retention.