Next, a logistic regression was performed to estimate the ability of the admission criteria variables to predict retention. Finally, a linear regression analysis was performed to determine the predictive validity of the admission criteria with first semester gpa and cumulative gpa. A summary of the results is presented in the next section. There is no statistically significant difference in retention or gpa for advanced standing students vs. new freshmen. There are no statistically significant differences in retention by college.
Class rank appears to be the best predictor of retention.
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