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  • Student well-being and attrition are critical issues in higher education.
  • Understanding the factors influencing these outcomes is essential for program success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify factors affecting student well-being and attrition.
  • To compare faculty perceptions with student experiences regarding attrition.

Main Methods:

  • Anonymous online surveys were administered to current students, faculty/staff, and students who had attritted.
  • Data collection focused on self-reported experiences and perceptions related to program engagement and mental health.

Main Results:

  • Students (22.9%) were more likely to report considering dropping out than faculty estimated (12.8%).
  • Mental health and lack of program connection were primary reasons for considering attrition and leaves of absence.

Conclusions:

  • Faculty perceptions of student attrition factors do not align with student realities.
  • Addressing mental health and fostering program connection are crucial for reducing student attrition.