2025 Colleges and Universities With the Highest Dropout Rate
In 2025, several institutions continue to struggle with high dropout rates. The colleges and universities with the highest dropout rates are primarily for-profit institutions and some public universities serving non-traditional student populations.
Top 5 institutions with the highest dropout rates:
- University of Phoenix – Online Campus (78%)
- DeVry University (72%)
- Southern New Hampshire University – Online (68%)
- Ashford University (65%)
- Western Governors University (62%)
Factors contributing to high dropout rates:
- Financial difficulties
- Lack of academic preparedness
- Personal or family issues
- Online learning challenges
- Insufficient support services
