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The Old Dominion University (ODU) has been a topic of discussion due to its seemingly low graduation rates. With a 4-year graduation rate of 25% and a 6-year rate of 49%, potential students are expressing concerns about this statistic. The question arises: Is there a specific reason preventing students from graduating or is the low graduation rate simply a result of the high acceptance rate?
Answers from Social Media
A discussion on Reddit provides some insights. Some users argue that the high acceptance rate is a contributing factor, as many students may not be adequately prepared for college-level work, leading to a high dropout rate. The sentiment is that if students attend their courses and complete their work, they should be able to graduate successfully…