AI Tools to Reduce College Dropout Rates

Roughly 3 in 10 college students drop out without earning any degree, resulting in higher unemployment and lower lifetime earnings than those who earn bachelor’s degrees, according to the Education Data Initiative.

To help boost student retention, colleges and universities are using a variety of artificial intelligence tools that can help identify at-risk students early, offer customized learning, provide 24/7 assistance and improve engagement.

KEY WORDS: Chatbot, advising, outreach, data analysis, predictive analytics