Descriptions sorted by beginning of a graduate program

This paper aims to uncover the reasons behind the high attrition rates (as much as 30-50%) among  doctoral students.

Poor advising and mentoring are consistently cited as reasons for the high attrition rates. Faculty  members play a key role in the persistence and departure of doctoral students. There is also a lot of evidence that advisors greatly impact the quality of student experience, socialization processes,  and post-graduate opportunities.

This resource provides students and supervisors with relevant information and advice, presented in a  concise manner. This resource touches on: clarifying expectations, student-supervisor relationships,  work-life balance, avoiding delays, and what to do when starting out.