Dropout Rate at Private Universities Reaches 60% in the Campinas Region, and Experts Point to Cost and Routine as Causes
A report reveals that the dropout rate at private universities in the Campinas region of Brazil has reached 60%, attributed to financial and daily life challenges faced by students.
4 out of 10 students in distance education abandon their degree before completion, survey points out
A recent survey indicates that 41.6% of students in distance education in Brazil abandon their degrees before completion.
Pé-de-Meia works, but it is not enough
The Pé-de-Meia program in Brazil shows partial success in reducing school dropout rates among low-income students, but further adjustments are needed for better outcomes.
Lack of individual personalized support for students in the Pé de Meia program
The Brazilian government has implemented the Pé-de-Meia program to combat high dropout rates among vulnerable students in public schools, offering financial support contingent on attendance and academic performance.
Stricter Requirements for Accepting Foreigners at Latvian Universities
Latvian universities have seen a significant increase in foreign student enrollment, raising concerns about their true intentions, prompting calls for stricter admission requirements.
Homebound Alva, 19, Dropped Out of School - This is How She Came Back
Alva Ljungberg, a 19-year-old who experienced significant school absenteeism, shares her journey of returning to education in light of rising school dropout rates in Sweden.
LED Challenge 2026 registration extended until March 8; initiative will distribute R$ 300,000
Brazilian students over 18 can now register for the LED Challenge until March 8, 2026, focusing on innovative solutions to reduce school dropout rates with a total prize of R$ 300,000.
From High School to University, the Path is Problematic
The transition from secondary to tertiary education in Greece poses significant challenges for students, leading to issues such as inadequate preparation and increased dropout rates.
The Percentage of Young People Who Dropped Out of School in Rural Areas is Almost Twice as High as in Cities
In Latvia, the percentage of young people aged 18 to 24 who have dropped out of school is significantly higher in rural areas compared to urban areas, as shown by recent statistics.
Justice notifies mother about loss of custody after son misses classes; actions against school abandonment are intensified in Rio Preto
The justice system in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, has notified a mother about the potential loss of custody due to her son's excessive absence from school, as part of a wider initiative to combat school dropout rates.
LED Challenge 2026 will distribute R$ 300 thousand; registrations end on March 1
Brazil's LED Challenge invites students over 18 to propose innovative solutions to combat school dropout rates, with a total prize of R$ 300,000.
New concerns about weight loss drugs: What happens if they work... too well?
Recent trials involving the weight loss drug retatrutide have raised concerns after participants reported significant weight loss, but also higher than normal dropout rates due to side effects.
Closing the Educational Gap
Spain is succeeding in reducing school dropout rates among its youth, but challenges remain for foreign students who are dropping out at significantly higher rates.
The educational distance between Spanish and foreign students skyrockets in four years
The educational gap between Spanish students and foreign students has sharply increased over the past four years, with foreign youth showing significantly higher dropout rates.
South Africa: 80% of NSFAS Students Are First Years
About 80% of students funded by NSFAS are first-year students, highlighting high dropout rates and funding challenges.
Why Spain is lagging behind the EU in English learning and what can be done to improve it?
The article discusses Spain's challenges in English education, including high dropout rates and the lack of quality in bilingual education, highlighting the need for reforms and better resources.
The linguistic gap skyrockets in school: "Higher dropout rate and lower learning"
A report highlights the significant linguistic gap in Spain's education system, leading to higher dropout rates and diminished learning outcomes for students.
The vicious circle of the least productive region: Murcia survives among precarious employment and school dropout
Murcia struggles with low productivity, precarious employment, and high school dropout rates, contributing to its economic stagnation.