Residence hall focuses on educational mission Sophomores will be given first priority followed by seniors and juniors. Even though student retention rates at Rose-Hulman are among the best when compared to peer colleges and universities, the institute's goal is continued improvement at retaining students. Last year, Rose-Hulman had the best student retention in school history. The sophomore year is a difficult period for Rose-Hulman students, according to Associate Dean of Students Pete Gustafson. During the sophomore year, the academic material is all new.
Some students find out they lack good study skills.
Successfully completing the sophomore year dramatically increases a student's likelihood of graduating. Seventy-five percent of the students living in the new hall in September will be sophomores. Those having academic problems will be required to sign an intellectual contract. Six Learning Center tutors will live in the hall to help sophomores with coursework. The tutors will be juniors or seniors.