Retention at EWU
EWU is committed to empowering student success through engagement, fair opportunities, and personalized support. By providing proactive resources and collaborative guidance, we help students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.
Student Retention at Eastern Washington University
Student retention is central to our mission. Retention isn’t just about staying enrolled, it’s about creating a supportive, empowering environment where every student can thrive academically and personally.
Our Commitment to Retention
EWU improves retention through strategies that focus on:
- Student-Centered Support: Helping students access the guidance, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.
- Connection and Engagement: Building meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff to foster belonging.
- Access to Opportunities: Removing barriers and ensuring all students have fair access to education and support.
- Timely Support: Quickly identifying and assisting students who face academic, financial, or personal challenges.
Why Retention Matters
Retention is a critical indicator of student success. By focusing on retention, EWU aims to:
Enhance
academic performance and foster persistence.
Empower
financial-stability by supporting timely degree completion.
Elevate
student success by increasing graduation rates and career readiness.
Enrich
the university community through vibrant engagement and connection.
Retention Strategies at EWU
Our strategies combine best practices and innovative approaches:
- Proactive Advising: Personalized academic plans and early guidance to address challenges.
- Academic Support Services: Tutoring, writing assistance, and skill-building workshops.
- Early Alert Systems: Monitoring progress and connecting students to resources when needed.
- First-Year Programs: Orientation, learning communities, and first-year courses that set students up for success.
- Mentorship and Peer Support: Opportunities to learn from and connect with peers, faculty, and alumni.
Expanding Access and Opportunity
EWU is dedicated to providing every student with the support and resources needed to achieve success. Our programs focus on removing barriers to completion and fostering an environment where all students can reach their goals.
Your Success, Our Priority
Retention is more than a statistic, it reflects the supportive, empowering environment at EWU. We are dedicated to helping every student feel valued, supported, and prepared to reach their full potential.
Together, we create an EWU experience that promotes growth, learning, and success for every student.
